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York - Minster & The Shambles

York

Minster & The Shambles

York - Minster & The Shambles

Crack the curious case of the beginner bell-ringer

£10.99 GBP
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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 1.5 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.

Great detectives needed!

A mystery is waiting to be solved in

York

Something strange is happening in York. Novice campanologist Terry Bell has been reported missing and the police are stumped. Known for his midnight bell-ringing performances, Terry's attempts at campanology have struck a nerve with the locals, resulting in numerous complaints about loud, off-key bells during the small hours. But now, Terry has vanished, leaving behind a trail of clues that only the most daring adventurers can follow.

Adventure Through York's Minster and The Shambles

Join DCI Peale Ringer of the Regional Crime Squad as she tolls the bell for justice. Start your adventure at the iconic York Minster, where Terry was last seen. As you make your way through the historic streets of The Shambles, you'll encounter sneaky clues hidden in the city's landmarks and permanent features.

But be warned-this Trail won't be easy. With Terry's skills, it's hard to tell if the clues are real or just a figment of his imagination. Can you put the pieces together and solve the mystery before the trail goes cold?

York is waiting... Will YOU be able to catch the culprit and stop the clang-spiracy?

York - Minster & The Shambles
York - Minster & The Shambles
York - Minster & The Shambles
From the case file
York - Minster & The Shambles

Every clue brings you closer to the truth...

Piece together the evidence, identify the culprit and discover how the case ends.

Trail Information

Trail Location

The York Minster & The Shambles Treasure Trail starts at:

Minster Yard

York

York

North Yorkshire

YO1 7HH

England

Detective Mystery Themed Trail

Detective
Mystery

2 Hours Duration

2 Hours

1.5 Miles Walking Distance

1.5 miles

Not Wheelchair Accessible

Not
Accessible

Not Pushchair Accessible

Not
Accessible

Dog friendly with possible restrictions

Dog Friendly
with Restrictions

Trail Details:

  • A self-guided detective mystery walking Trail around York.
  • Ideal for kids aged 6 - 106!
  • 1.5 mile 'loop' Trail (takes 2 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, there are a few things you need to know...

This Trail is not marked as wheelchair or pushchair friendly due to cobbled streets and narrow pavements throughout. However, there are no steps to tackle, so the route could be navigable for sturdier pushchairs and motorised wheelchairs - as long as you keep a close eye on traffic.

This is a dog-friendly Trail with restrictions as it takes you through Dean's Park (Clues 1 and 2) (open 7am until dusk), where pups are only allowed if kept on a lead.

Dean's Park is sometimes closed due to strong winds during the winter months; please check it is open before starting your Trail. 

The closest long stay pay and display car park to the Trail start point is at St. John's Street (YO31 7QR), just a 10-minute walk away. Or why not try York’s Park and Ride service?

York is a fantastic city full of rich history - there is always something going on! The fantastic 'Heart of Yorkshire' festival takes place in Dean's Park throughout the summer, and various foodie fayres take place throughout the year. You may find that during some of these events, clues could be obscured or hard to access. Please contact York's Visitor Information for event dates, if needed.

There are public toilets available at Union Terrace, a five-minute walk from the start point of the Trail, and the route passes cafes, food stands and several pubs along the way.

Why not make a whole day of it and take a look inside York Minster or pay a visit to the Richard III and Henry VII Experiences for more of York's history? You could even extend your adventuring and have a go at one of our other York Trails (The Chocolate and Sweet Trail will make your mouth water)!

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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