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Thirsk - Riverside & Old Castle

Thirsk

Riverside & Old Castle

Thirsk - Riverside & Old Castle

The hunt for Herriot's missing golden cow

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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.

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– 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 Thirsk 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 2.15 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

Thirsk

Join the famous vet, James Herriot, on a thrilling adventure to find his missing treasure! A gift from a far off land, the miniature golden cow has been lost for years, but now, with the help of local farmer Pat Clifton, you have the chance to uncover its whereabouts. Follow the map and clues hidden on Pat's land and embark on a perilous journey through treacherous terrain, roaring rivers, and historic sites that hold the key to the lost loot.

Treasure Hunt Through Thirsk

Get ready for a fun-filled, self-guided Treasure Hunt through the charming town of Thirsk. Starting and finishing in the bustling market place, this Trail will take you on a journey through the town's riverside paths and past the site of the old castle. Along the way, you'll also encounter many key historical points of interest, including the places where James Herriot practiced as a vet.

With sneaky clues hidden on existing buildings, permanent features, and monuments, this Trail is perfect for families and friends looking for a fun day out or a memorable adventure with the kids in Thirsk.

Join the Exploration Society and be our most intrepid Explorers to solve the mystery of the missing golden cow!

Thirsk - Riverside & Old Castle
Thirsk - Riverside & Old Castle
Thirsk - Riverside & Old Castle
From the case file
Thirsk - Riverside & Old Castle

Your answers hold the key...

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

Trail Information

Trail Location

The Thirsk - Heart of Herriot Country Treasure Trail starts at:

Market Place

Thirsk

North Yorkshire

North Yorkshire

YO7 1EY

England

Treasure Hunt Themed Trail

Treasure
Hunt

2.5+ Hours Duration

2.5+ Hours

2.15 Miles Walking Distance

2.15 miles

Not Wheelchair Accessible

Not
Accessible

Not Pushchair Accessible

Not
Accessible

Dog Friendly

Dog
Friendly

Trail Details:

  • A Treasure Hunt themed walking Treasure Trail around Thirsk
  • 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 2.15 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!

More Information:

Please Note:

Discover where the author behind James Herriot practised as a vet, search for hidden animals at the riverside and learn about a haunted chair as you explore the ins and outs of Thirsk, a bustling market town in the heart of Herriot Country.

Route:

This Trail starts and finishes in the market place and takes a route around Thirsk taking in some riverside paths and exploring the site of the old castle as well as key historical points of interest around the town.

Facilities:

There are some nice riverside picnic spots along the route. Refreshments are readily available around the start and finish points. Public conveniences are centrally located and signed from the start point of the Trail.

Extend your trip:

A detour is suggested in the Trail booklet to explore nearby Sowerby with its varied architecture and 12th century church. This will add 1.5 miles to your walk. The World of James Herriot is also well worth a visit and comes highly recommended.

Parking:

The Long Stay Marage and; Millgate Car Park with WC, signed from Market Place as you drive through Thirsk, is closest to the start (YO7 1SZ). Thirsk also has regular bus services from local towns. The train station is situated 1.5 miles from the town centre.

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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