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    Solve Buxton's Bubbling Mystery

  • An Exciting Adventure Awaits - Crack the Mystery & Solve Clues
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Buxton - Opera House & Crescent

Buxton

Opera House & Crescent

Buxton - Opera House & Crescent

Which suspect plans to burst Bubbly's bubble?

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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.

– Karunen Pillay Vencatasawmy

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 Buxton 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 2.2 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.

Great detectives needed!

A mystery is waiting to be solved in

Buxton

Bob 'Bubbly' Sparkles is the owner of a local water bottling factory, known for his sparkling water production process. However, not everyone in Buxton is a fan of his fizzy drinks. In fact, some residents are so unhappy with his production methods that they've threatened to take matters into their own hands if he doesn't change his ways. But when Bubbly Bob receives a mysterious threat, it's up to YOU to solve the case and save the factory!

Treasure Hunt Through Buxton

Get ready to dive into an exciting adventure as you follow this self-guided Treasure Hunt Trail through the picturesque town of Buxton. Your journey will take you past some of the town's most iconic landmarks, including the Buxton Opera House, the elegant Crescent, and the stunning Pavilion Gardens. But don't let the beauty distract you from your mission - there's a mystery to be solved!

As tensions rise and the suspects' motives come to light, it's up to YOU to follow the clues and reveal the culprit before it's too late. Are you ready to take on the challenge and save Bubbly Bob's factory?

The town is counting on you… Can YOU solve the mystery and save the factory?

Buxton - Opera House & Crescent
Buxton - Opera House & Crescent
Buxton - Opera House & Crescent
From the case file
Buxton - Opera House & Crescent

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 Buxton Treasure Trail starts at:

Water Street

Buxton

Derbyshire

Derbyshire

SK17 6XN

England


Detective Mystery Trail

Detective Mystery Themed Trail

Detective
Mystery

2+ Hours Duration

2+ Hours

2.2 Miles Walking Distance

2.2 miles

Not Wheelchair Accessible

Not
Accessible

Not Pushchair Accessible

Not
Accessible

The Details

  • A self-guided detective mystery walking Trail around Buxton.
  • Ideal for kids aged 6 – 106!
  • 2.2-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)!

Before you set off on your awesome adventure to explore Buxton, there are a few things you need to know…

PLEASE NOTE - It is not recommended you attempt this Trail during the first two weeks of July. During this time the town dresses its wells, so some clues will have restricted access. This may also be the case during any large or outdoor events, so please check what’s on before setting off.

The route isn’t friendly for wheelchair users and pushchairs due to a steep incline and a separate steep decline.

Some clues on this route may be in areas where dogs are prohibited, so we only suggest bringing your four-legged friends along if a member of your squad is able to wait with them at these locations.

The closest long stay pay and display car park to the Trail start point is at Pavilion Gardens (SK17 9AR), just a five-minute walk away.

There are public toilets available towards Clues 10, 11 and 14, and there are a number of options for grabbing refreshments along the way. If you fancy a picnic, Clue 20 is a perfect spot. 

Looking for more things to do in Buxton? Make a day of it and visit the Buxton Crescent Experience to learn more about the town’s history and heritage.

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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