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Sturminster Newton - Mill, Bridge & Centre

Sturminster Newton

Mill, Bridge & Centre

Sturminster Newton - Mill, Bridge & Centre

Gordon Zola, the local cheesemaker, has come to a smelly end!

£10.99 GBP
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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.

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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 Sturminster Newton 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 2.5 hours of exploring
    Around 2 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.

Great detectives needed!

A mystery is waiting to be solved in

Sturminster Newton

The town of Sturminster Newton is in shock after the sudden disappearance of local cheesemaker, Gordon Zola. Known for his award-winning cheddar blend, Mr. Zola was a beloved member of the community. But now, his secret recipe has gone missing, and there's a strong suspicion of foul play.

DCI Motsa Rella is on the case and has uncovered a list of suspects and possible evidence. But she needs YOUR help to crack the mystery and identify the guilty party before it's too late. Can you put together the pieces and solve this cheesy puzzle?

Treasure Hunt Through Sturminster Newton

Join in on the fun with this self-guided Treasure Hunt Trail through Sturminster Newton. Perfect for a day out with family and friends, or a fun adventure with the kids, this circular Trail has two start points - Sturminster Mill and the town centre.

As you follow the Trail route, you'll explore the picturesque countryside of Dorset, pass by the haunted Colber Bridge, and discover the charming market town. Keep your eyes peeled for sneaky clues hidden on existing buildings, permanent features, and monuments, and see if you can eliminate the suspects and solve the mystery.

Get ready for a cheesy adventure in Sturminster Newton - can YOU crack the case and find the missing recipe?

Sturminster Newton - Mill, Bridge & Centre
Sturminster Newton - Mill, Bridge & Centre
Sturminster Newton - Mill, Bridge & Centre
From the case file
Sturminster Newton - Mill, Bridge & Centre

Every clue brings you closer to the truth...

Piece together the evidence, identify the culprit and discover how the case ends.

Trail Information

Trail Location

The Sturminster Newton Treasure Trail starts at:

Bull Ground Lane

Sturminster Newton

Dorset

Dorset

DT10 1AG

England

Detective Mystery Themed Trail

Detective
Mystery

2.5 Hours Duration

2.5 Hours

2 Miles Walking Distance

2 miles

Not Wheelchair Accessible

Not
Accessible

Not Pushchair Accessible

Not
Accessible

Dog Friendly

Dog
Friendly

Trail Details:

  • A Detective Mystery themed walking Treasure Trail around Sturminster Newton
  • 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 miles long and takes 2.5 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!

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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