Stockton-on-Tees - Shambles & Riverside
Stockton-on-Tees - Shambles & Riverside
Due to ongoing works for the Stockton Waterfront urban park, parts of this Trail are currently unavailable (the Riverside Walk between Millennium and Riverside Road footbridges). The urban park isn't due to be completed until 2026, so the Trail will probably remain offline until then.
Detective Mystery Trail
Detective
Mystery
2.5+ Hours
2.7 miles
Not
Accessible
Not
Accessible
Exit Stage Right for Theatre's Stroppy Star!
Oh, what a tragedy... calamity has befallen The Georgian Theatre! Just hours after starring in the opening night of the latest sell-out mystery play, Swimming With The Fishes, flamboyant thespian Ivan Egoe, was found in the Tees... errr... swimming with the fishes! Police believe some funny business might be at play after receiving a tip-off that one of the cast or crew could well be behind this drama. As Ivan was renowned for being a bit of a diva, there are a variety of suspects auditioning for the role of guilty party. Could it be the leading lady, the understudy, the long-suffering agent or even the make-up artist?
Mystery Adventure Through Stockton-on-Tees
Get ready to step into the spotlight as you embark on an exciting self-guided Mystery Adventure Trail through Stockton-on-Tees. Follow in the footsteps of DCI Curt Tincall, who has been assigned to the case and needs your help to follow the script and direct the spotlight onto the right culprit.
As you journey through the town, you'll uncover sneaky clues hidden in historic buildings, permanent features, and intriguing monuments. Keep your wits about you and put in a star performance by solving the clues so the show can go on!
The stage is set... Are YOU ready to take on the role of detective and solve the mystery?
The Details
- A self-guided detective mystery walking Trail around Stockton-on-Tees.
- Ideal for kids aged 6 – 106!
- 2.7-mile ‘loop’ Trail (takes 2.5+ hours to complete at your own pace).
- Text message service with clues if you get stuck.
- Solve the mystery and be entered into a £100 monthly draw.
- Learn more about where you live or explore somewhere new.
- Download your Trail now for INSTANT FUN (or receive your copy in the post)!
Trail Location
Trail Location
The Stockton-on-Tees Treasure Trail starts at:
The Shambles Shopping Centre, Market Hall
High Street
Stockton-on-Tees
County Durham
TS18 1AU
England
West Row Short Stay Car Park
West Row
Stockton-on-Tees
County Durham
TS18 1BT
England
Mini Detective Club
Mini Detective 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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What is a Treasure Trail?
What is a Treasure Trail?
Before You Set Off
Before You Set Off
Before you set off on your curious case, there are a few things you need to know...
Unfortunately, this Trail is not marked as accessible for pushchairs and wheelchair as there is a riverside path and a wheelchair unfriendly bridge to cross.
There are a couple of car parks close to the Trail start point, on West Row Car Park (TS18 1BT). Your case then commences on the main shopping area (High Street) at TS18 1AU - close to the Town Hall and Market Cross.
There are public toilets available close to the start point at The Shambles shopping centre and again in Wellington Square. As Stockton is a good sized town, the route will pass a few pubs, cafes and shops along the way, offering plenty of opportunities for refreshments. During the Trail, you'll be exploring along the edge of the River Tees, so why not bring a picnic with you and soak up the ambience along here? You could even follow the optional diversion to the Tees Barrier, where there is plenty to explore, along with a pub and picnic area.
Once you've cracked the case, why not extend your visit? As well as the White Water Course at the end of the optional detour, there is the ARC Stockton Arts Centre, Billingham Forum (with its wide array of facilities, such as swimming pool, gym, play barn and theatre), as well as the historical Preston Park museum and gardens for a more leisurely cultural experience! Oh - and of course, don't forget the Georgian Theatre - where poor Ivan's swansong play was performed...
