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A Clanger in the Tower?
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The curious case of the cathedral bellringer's final toll
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Explore Truro Differently
Discover somewhere new - or rediscover somewhere you thought you knew.
- 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 1.5 hours of exploring
Around 1.5 miles of walking - One trail is perfect for up to 5 people
How it Works
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1. Choose how you want to explore
Use the App, print your Trail at home, or let us print and post it to you.
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2. Access it
instantlyYour App and PDF are ready immediately, whichever option you choose.
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3. Explore
& solveFollow the route and crack the sneaky clues along the way.
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4. Submit
your answerEnter your final
answer online to
reveal the ending.
Great detectives needed!
A mystery is waiting to be solved in
Truro
Something strange is happening in the quaint town of Truro. Isabella Dinga-Donger, the head campanologist of the cathedral's belltower, was found in a most unusual predicament this morning. Witnesses claim she seemed to have overpulled her own rope and was propelled high up into the eaves of the tower! But was it truly an accident? The South West Regional Police Chief Superintendent Ivanta Crackadiscase doesn't think so and has called upon YOU, the TOP Detectives, to solve this mysterious case.
A Detective Mystery Through Truro and Victoria Gardens
Budding detectives, listen up! We need your help to unravel the secrets of this self-guided Detective Mystery Trail through the heart of Truro. Your adventure will take you through the bustling plaza, the pristine Victoria Gardens, and the towering cathedral, as you hunt for clues and uncover the truth behind this bizarre incident.
Don't worry, we'll show you the ropes in this clanger of an investigation. But be warned, silence has fallen since Isabella's discovery, and the Chief Superintendent is ap'peal'ing for you to solve the sneaky clues and wrap up this humdinger of a mystery.
Are you ready to put your detective skills to the test and solve the curious case of the cathedral's belltower?
Every clue brings you closer to the truth...
Piece together the evidence, identify the culprit and discover how the case ends.
Trail Information
Trail Information
Trail Location
The Truro City & Victoria Gardens Treasure Trail starts at:
The river end of...
Lemon Quay
Truro
Cornwall
TR1 2LW
England
Park the squad car at Garras Wharf long stay car park
Garras Wharf
Truro
Cornwall
TR1 2TN
England
Detective
Mystery
Hours
miles
Not
Accessible
Not
Accessible
Dog
Friendly
Trail Details:
- A self-guided Detective Mystery themed walking Trail around Truro
- Ideal for kids aged 6 - 106!
- 1.5-mile 'loop' Trail (takes about 1.5 hours to complete at your own pace).
- Text message service with clues if you get stuck.
- Learn more about where you live or explore somewhere new.
- Download your Trail now for instant fun (or receive your copy in the post)!
More Information:
Before you set off on your awesome adventure to explore Truro (Truru), there are a few things you need to know...
This Trail has not been marked as accessible for wheelchair users or pushchairs due to some steps, narrow pathways and uneven surfaces along the route. If you have lighter pushchairs, you may be able to navigate them around these obstacles though!
Bring your four-legged friends along! Please note that the city centre can get very busy, so please keep your dog on a lead throughout the Trail.
The closest pay and display car park to the Trail's start point is Garras Wharf long stay pay and display car park, (TR1 2TN, W3W: ///search.woof.begins), which is just a two-minute walk from the first clue. Click/tap here to visit the Cornwall Council website for information on parking and charges. A park and ride service is available from the east and west of the city, too, dropping off at several places - although you'll want to get off at Quay Street to commence your investigations! The railway station is a 15 minute walk away from the start point and the bus station is right next to it!
There are some fantastic events in Truro's calendar, all of which are great times to visit this beautiful city. However, you may find that some of the clues on this Trail become obstructed or difficult to access on these occasions (particularly during the festive period). We recommend checking for events before you set off on your investigation.
There are public toilets available at the start and endpoint of the Trail and near a few clues along the way. The route passes several pubs, restaurants and a loads of cafes throughout the city, with a fantastic picnic spot at Victoria Gardens around Clues 07-10!
Looking for more things to do in Truro? Make a day of it and visit Truro Cathedral or the Royal Cornwall Museum to learn more about Truro's history. You could even challenge yourself to our Truro Riverside and Landmarks Treasure Hunt Trail and release your inner treasure seeker!
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?
