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    Defuse Doctor Molly's Device

  • Follow the Clues & Unlock Secrets in This Thrilling Quest
  • Discover Hidden Clues & Solve Riddles in This Treasure Hunt
  • Solve Puzzles & Explore a Fun Treasure Hunt Adventure
  • Track Down Clues & Crack the Codes in an Outdoor Treasure Hunt
  • An Exciting Adventure Awaits - Crack the Mystery & Solve Clues
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York - University West Campus

York

University West Campus

York - University West Campus

Stop the mad scientist, Doctor Molly Cule!

£10.99 GBP
£10.99 GBP
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5* reviews from
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 York 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 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.

Top secret!

We've got a mission for you in

York

York University has been thriving, winning the prestigious 'University of the Year' award. But now, an evil plot threatens to ruin its success. Doctor Molly Cule, a mad scientist from a rival institution, has hidden a device in the lake that will release a pungent gas, causing chaos on campus. The Vice-Chancellor has called upon YOU, their best SUPER SPIES, to crack the code, deactivate the device, and save the day!

Spy Mission Through York University

Join the ranks of top secret agents as you embark on this thrilling Spy Mission Trail through the University of York Campus. As you follow the Trail route, you'll uncover sneaky clues hidden on existing buildings, permanent features, and monuments, all while admiring the beauty of the campus.

Your mission begins outside the main entrance to Central Hall and takes you across the Heslington West campus to Derwent College. Along the way, you'll pass by key landmarks, colleges, sculptures, and historical listed buildings that make this campus so appealing to students and visitors alike.

The future of York University is in your hands… Will YOU be able to solve the Clues and save the campus?

York - University West Campus
York - University West Campus
York - University West Campus
From the case file
York - University West Campus

Everything you've uncovered has led to this...

Use the intelligence you've gathered, crack the final challenge and bring the mission to a successful close.

Trail Information

Trail Location

The University of York Campus Trail Treasure Trail starts at:

Harewood Way

York

Yorkshire

North Yorkshire

YO10 5DD

England

Spy Mission Themed Trail

Spy
Mission

2 Hours Duration

2 Hours

2 Miles Walking Distance

2 miles

Not Wheelchair Accessible

Not
Accessible

Not Pushchair Accessible

Not
Accessible

Dog Friendly

Dog
Friendly

Trail Details:

More Information:

Please Note:

Situated to the east of the beautiful and historic city of York, the University of York campus is approximately 200 acres in size. Since its doors opened in 1963, it has climbed the league tables, and was recently named 'University of the Year' at the Times Higher Education Awards 2010.

Along this Trail you will be led around the main site of Heslington West, taking in the key landmarks, colleges, sculptures and historical listed buildings that make the campus so appealing on a local, national and international level. The renowned campus lakes and greenery and the extensive wildlife, which includes a designated bird sanctuary, all emphasise why the institution is so popular.

If the fresh air has helped work up an appetite or left you parched, never fear! During term time there are over a dozen eateries and bars to choose from in the form of restaurants, cafes and snack bars all across campus. Alternatively, the delightful village of Heslington is in close proximity and offers two decent pubs, serving mammoth portions and an impressive selection of real ales.

This thrilling circular Spy Walking Trail is set mostly on flat footpaths so normal walking shoes will be adequate. The two mile, two hour Trail has been deemed suitable for light pushchairs but please be aware there are series of steps to negotiate along the route. Therefore, we would recommend two adults be present to help with any lifting that may be necessary. Unfortunately, the steps make the Trail unsuitable for wheelchair users.

Mini Secret Agent 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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