Winchester - City & Cathedral
Winchester - City & Cathedral
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Treasure Hunt Trail
Treasure
Hunt
2 Hours
1.6 miles
Accessible
Accessible
Dog
Friendly
The Hunt for Cat Berglagh's Hidden Relic!
A priceless gold relic from the time of King Alfred the Great has vanished from Winchester Cathedral! The culprit is the elusive Cat Berglagh, a cunning thief whose true identity remains a mystery. Like her feline namesake, she's stealthy, clever and enjoys toying with anyone who tries to track her down.
Cat has hidden the relic somewhere around Winchester and is demanding a huge ransom for its safe return. Cathedral treasure keeper Gus Toadian is desperate to recover the artefact but refuses to reward her wicked scheme. The police have hit a dead end, so now the hunt falls to YOU. Can you follow Cat's trail of clues, outwit her tricks and uncover the secret hiding place before the priceless relic is lost forever?
Treasure Quest Through Winchester
Calling all Adventurers! This self-guided Treasure Hunt will lead you through the historic heart of Winchester, England's ancient capital. Beginning at the Guildhall, your quest winds through Abbey Gardens, along riverside paths, past medieval streets and into the magnificent cathedral grounds.
Along the way, you'll solve clues hidden on existing buildings, permanent features and monuments while eliminating incorrect locations from your treasure map. Expect fascinating history, beautiful scenery and plenty of twists as Cat Berglagh tries to keep her prize hidden.
Can YOU crack the clues, outsmart Winchester's most notorious thief and discover where the priceless relic has been concealed?
The Details
- A self-guided treasure hunt walking Trail around Winchester.
- Ideal for kids aged 6 - 106!
- 1.6-mile 'loop' Trail (takes 2 hours to complete at your own pace).
- Text message service with clues if you get stuck.
- Solve the quest 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 Winchester City and Cathedral Treasure Trail starts at:
The Guildhall
The Broadway
Winchester
Hampshire
SO23 9GH
England
Park the quest-mobile at Colebrook Street pay and display car park
Colebrook Street
Winchester
Hampshire
SO23 3SD
England
Mini Explorer Club
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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What is a Treasure Trail?
What is a Treasure Trail?
Before You Set Off
Before You Set Off
Navigating The Route
This is a circular Treasure Hunt through Winchester’s city centre, riverside paths, parks and cathedral grounds, with explorers following pavements, footpaths and historic streets as they track down Cat Berglagh’s hidden relic.
The route follows mostly good paths and pavements throughout, but includes cobbled sections and busy city areas, so care is needed, especially underfoot. It is generally suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs, though some surfaces may be uneven.
Important: You will be travelling through busy streets, crossing roads and exploring near riverside paths, so explorers should stay alert at all times, use crossings where available and keep younger adventurers under close supervision.
Take extra care in busier areas and around blind corners, where traffic can appear unexpectedly.
There are some fantastic events in Winchester's calendar, including amazing Christmas Markets and several festivals. During these events, some of the clues may become obstructed or difficult to access, in particular Clues 14 and 15, which cannot be accessed during the Christmas Markets.
Getting There
By car: Pay & display parking is available at Colebrook Street (SO23 3SD) or Chesil Street (SO23 0HU), both within easy reach of the start point.
By public transport: Winchester is well served by bus and rail links, with the bus station located right by the start point and the train station a short walk away.
Your adventure begins at the Guildhall on The Broadway (SO23 9GH) - so step into position and start scanning for your first clue straight away.
Need the Loo?
Even the most intrepid explorers need a quick pit stop!
Toilets can be found in Abbey Gardens near Clues 02 and 20, making this a handy location to plan a break during both the early and final stages of your quest.
Bring Your Furry Sidekicks
Four-legged explorers are welcome on the quest!
With a mix of city streets, parkland and riverside paths, it’s a great outing for dogs - just keep leads handy near roads, wildlife and busier pedestrian areas.
Food & Drink Stops
It’s a good idea to grab supplies near the start or along the route, with plenty of cafés, pubs and eateries throughout the city.
You’ll also find refreshments in The Refectory within the cathedral grounds near Clue 15, perfect for a well-timed mid-quest pause.
Want to Make a Day of It?
Cathedral Grounds and Historic Grandeur
Winchester Cathedral and its surroundings provide a stunning backdrop to your quest, with centuries of history woven into every step.
Riverside Walks and Green Spaces
From Abbey Gardens to the River Itchen paths, the Trail offers peaceful stretches to pause, explore and regroup between clues.
Ancient Streets and Hidden Corners
Winchester’s maze of historic streets, arches and passageways makes it the perfect setting for a cunning thief to hide something valuable…
