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    Follow the Fort's Gold Clues

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South Shields - Town & Promenade

South Shields

Town & Promenade

South Shields - Town & Promenade

The sand dancers took their chances!

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5* reviews from
8,000+ happy families

They are a really good and fun way to explore a new town or city, or your local area... Suitable for all ages. We are in our 70's.

– Laura Reeves

We were a group of 3 generations between 17 and 70ish – you really don't need to have children with you to enjoy these trails.

– Sarah Smith

Makes exploring towns really fun.

– Karunen Pillay Vencatasawmy

Great little adventures... and at £10.99 they are good value.

– L Stewart

Fantastic time spent exploring, treasure hunting, seeing new places.

– Jane Stevens

We got to see new places and things you wouldn’t notice, if you were simply walking round.

– Laura Beale

Brilliant fun, covering all ages. I've done these alone, with my teen kids and even did one as a first date!

– Zara Lyford

A great way of visiting a place in a way you wouldn't normally.

– DaveB3650

You look at features of towns you don't normally notice.

– Rachel Hill

Enjoyable solving clues and going to places in the town which we never knew existed.

– Mr Stephen Parnell

An excellent way of exploring a new or familiar place.

– Lucien Riviere

We learnt new details about a location we thought we knew.

– Kate Hood

Explore South Shields Differently

Discover somewhere new - or rediscover somewhere you thought you knew.

A family reading a Treasure Trails booklet together on a sunny street
  • Follow a carefully planned self-guided route through the area
  • Use real landmarks and features to crack around 18 clever clues
  • Notice fascinating features you'd normally walk straight past
  • Great fun for everyone from 6 to 106
  • Around 3 hours of exploring
    Around 2.5 miles of walking
  • One trail is perfect for up to 5 people

How it Works

  1. 1. Choose how you want to explore

    Use the App, print your Trail at home, or let us print and post it to you.

  2. 2. Access it
    instantly

    Your App and PDF are ready immediately, whichever option you choose.

  3. 3. Explore
    & solve

    Follow the route and crack the sneaky clues along the way.

  4. 4. Submit
    your answer

    Enter your final
    answer online to
    reveal the ending.

Ready for an adventure?

A trail of clues awaits in

South Shields

Step into the world of the Sand Dancers, a legendary trio of performers who once stole the show at the Arbeia Fort in South Shields. Their mesmerizing sand dancing captivated audiences, but their final performance held a secret-a treasure trove of gold coins that was never seen again.

Now, with the help of the Intrepid Explorers Society, you have the chance to follow in the footsteps of the Sand Dancers and uncover the location of their hidden treasure. But be warned-this adventure won't be easy. You'll need to decode clues, solve puzzles, and explore the town and promenade to discover the truth.

Treasure Hunt Through South Shields

Join the fun and family-friendly self-guided Treasure Hunt through the charming coastal town of South Shields. Begin your journey at the Haven Point Centre and follow the trail through dunes, beaches, parks, and historic sites as you uncover sneaky clues hidden on buildings, monuments, and permanent features.

Keep your eyes peeled for dramatic sea views and hidden gems as you make your way towards the final destination-the location of the Sand Dancers' treasure.

Are you ready to take on the challenge and become a true Sand Dancer?

South Shields - Town & Promenade
South Shields - Town & Promenade
South Shields - Town & Promenade
From the case file
South Shields - Town & Promenade

Your answers hold the key...

Uncover the hiding place and reveal the story behind the treasure.

Trail Information

Trail Location

The South Shields and the Dancing Sand Treasure Trail starts at:

Pier Parade

South Shields

Tyne and Wear

Tyne And Wear

NE33 1LH

England

Treasure Hunt Themed Trail

Treasure
Hunt

3 Hours Duration

3 Hours

2.5 Miles Walking Distance

2.5 miles

Wheelchair Accessible

Accessible

Pushchair Accessible

Accessible

Dog Friendly

Dog
Friendly

Trail Details:

  • A Treasure Hunt themed walking Treasure Trail around South Shields
  • Ideal for discovering more about where you live or exploring somewhere new
  • Trails are done in your own time at your own pace
  • This Trail is approximately 2.5 miles long and takes 3 hours to complete
  • This Trail is suitable for all ages from 6 - 106 (no children necessary!)
  • One Trail booklet is enough for 4-5 people
  • Circular loop Trail
  • Mobile phone text service for clue answers if you get stuck, ensuring that no mystery goes unsolved
  • This Trail can be sent to you in the post or downloaded today for instant Trailing fun!

More Information:

Please Note:

The Trail route is mainly along a promenade and through parks. Although the Trail has been marked as wheelchair friendly, a wheelchair user would need assistance for two steep inclines encountered along the route of the Trail.

Mini Explorer Club

We have three super duper themed Clubs for your child to enjoy as part of their Treasure Trail experience.

Perfect for 4-8 year olds, the concept behind the Clubs is that your child will get a bundle of goodies to excite them about their forthcoming Trail experience, something to keep them entertained whilst travelling to and from the Trail, and something to be given on completion of the Trail as a keepsake.

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