Stockport - Historic Hatting Town
Stockport - Historic Hatting Town
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Secret Spy Mission Trail
Spy
Mission
1.5 Hours
1.3 miles
Not
Accessible
Not
Accessible
Dog
Friendly
Can YOU Pull The Rabbit Out Of The Hat?
Long ago, a famous local brewery mistakenly created a strange blend that turned anyone it touched into a fluffy white rabbit! Wanting to keep everyone safe, they sewed the recipe into the lining of a Stockport hat and locked it away in the local air-raid shelter protected by a secret code. But evil genius Bowlerfelt has discovered the code and, with his band of agents The Mad Hatters, is threatening to unleash the potion on the town. It's a hare-raising prospect that's a real head-scratcher for HQ, so they need YOU, our best super spies, to pull the rabbit out of the hat, crack the code and get there first. Clues scattered around Stockport will reveal the secret code, so hop to it and save everyone from their fur-filled fate!
Spy Mission Through Stockport - Historic Hatting Town
Here's to a new kind of adventure!
Your self-guided mission takes you around a town once famous for its hatting industry - ever wonder why the football team is called The Hatters? You'll see the local landmarks, a renowned brewery, and find out incredible stories from the past.
But let's not get a-head of ourselves…
Locked away in a local air-raid shelter, sewn into the lining of a Stockport hat, is a recipe for a strange brew - a blend that turns anyone it touches into a fluffy white rabbit! Hidden away for safety, its existence has been discovered by evil genius Bowlerfelt and his agents, The Mad Hatters. They've threatened to break into the shelter and unleash the strange potion on the town. Can you follow the clues and crack the code to move the hat to safety? We're in for a fur-filled fate if they get their hands on it first!
The Details
- A self-guided spy-themed walking Trail around Stockport.
- Ideal for kids aged 6 - 106!
- 1.3-mile 'loop' Trail (takes 1.5 hours to complete at your own pace).
- Text message service with clues if you get stuck.
- Solve the mission 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 Stockport Treasure Trail starts at:
Churchgate
Stockport
Greater Manchester
Greater Manchester
SK1 1YG
England
Mini Secret Agent Club
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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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 spy mission through Stockport’s historic town centre, with agents following pavements, precincts, bridges and hidden brows as they track down vital intel.
There are several steps, steep hills and changes in level along the route, so be prepared for a more energetic mission. Due to this terrain, the Trail is not suitable for wheelchairs or pushchairs. Take care on slopes and steps, and stay alert when moving through busier streets and crossings.
Getting There
Time to deploy your agents and begin the operation:
St Mary’s Parish Church, Churchgate (SK1 1YG) - Your official mission start point.
Churchgate Car Park (SK1 1YA) - The closest parking option, just a short distance from the start.
Need the Loo?
Even elite agents need a quick comfort break!
Public toilets can be found in the shopping precinct (after Clue 10), right in the middle of your mission. There are also plenty of cafés and shops along the route for a quick refuel while staying undercover.
Bring Your Furry Sidekicks
Four-legged agents are welcome to join your mission. There are plenty of town paths to explore, but keep leads handy near roads, steps and busier shopping areas.
Safe Zones & Refuelling
There are several handy safe zones along the route where agents can pause and regroup:
Between Clues 05–10 (shops and cafés in the precinct)
Between Clues 12–13 (more refreshments along the route)
Around the market square after Clue 17
All perfect spots to refuel before continuing the mission.
Want to Make a Day of It?
Hats, History & Hidden Codes
Stockport is famous for its hat-making heritage, and this mission leans right into it. Expect nods to bowlers, hatters and the town’s quirky past as you hunt for clues.
Brows, Bridges & Secret Routes
You’ll weave through Stockport’s historic brows, cross bridges and duck through hidden passageways - ideal terrain for slipping past enemy agents and staying undercover.
Markets, Museums & Mission Extras
From the bustling market square to the fascinating Hat Museum, there’s plenty to explore once your mission is complete. Perfect for a post-mission debrief (and maybe keeping an eye out for any suspicious-looking hats…).
Why not take a peek inside Stockport's Air Raid Shelters?
