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Canny Crooner's Crook Hunt
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The mystery of the folk singer's swansong
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Explore Newcastle 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 2 hours of exploring
Around 2.2 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
Newcastle
It was a typical day in Newcastle upon Tyne, with runners gathered for the annual Blaydon Race. But this year, something unexpected happened-local pub singer, Jordy 'Canny' Crooner, was assaulted and the race was thrown into chaos. Now, it's up to YOU to join Chief Inspector Howie Haddaway and his team of detectives to eliminate suspects and solve the Blaydon Races Mystery!
Detective Mystery Through Newcastle upon Tyne
Get ready for a fun and family-friendly self-guided Detective Mystery Guide through Newcastle upon Tyne. Starting at Baltic Square, you'll follow the Trail route over the iconic Millennium Bridge, taking in stunning views as you explore both sides of the famous River Tyne. Your adventure will also lead you to lesser-known areas of the city, ending at the Glasshouse.
Along the way, you'll need to use your sleuthing skills to solve the sneaky clues hidden on existing buildings, permanent features, and monuments. But be warned-this case won't be easy. The runners' superstitions are complicating the investigation, and only the most intrepid detectives will be able to crack the case.
Join the team and help solve the Blaydon Races Mystery today!
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 Newcastle Banks of the Tyne Mystery Guide Treasure Trail starts at:
Gateshead Millenium Bridge
Gateshead
Tyne and Wear
Tyne And Wear
NE8 3AE
England
Detective
Mystery
Hours
miles
Not
Accessible
Not
Accessible
Dog
Friendly
Trail Details:
- A Detective Mystery themed walking Treasure Trail around Newcastle upon Tyne
- Ideal for discovering more about where you live or exploring somewhere new
- Trails are done in your own time at your own pace
- This Mystery Guide Trail is approximately 2.2 miles long and takes 2+ 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:
This circular route starts and finishes near the Glasshouse on the south bank of the River Tyne.
The final clue for this Trail is set outside the Glasshouse.
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?
