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Hitchin - Ghostly River & Market

Hitchin

Ghostly River & Market

Hitchin - Ghostly River & Market

Help a ghostly resident locate his lost head!

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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.

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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.

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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

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We learnt new details about a location we thought we knew.

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Explore Hitchin 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 1.7 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.

Ready for an adventure?

A trail of clues awaits in

Hitchin

Something strange is happening in Hitchin… The town is buzzing with rumours of ghostly sightings and unexplained happenings. But this time, it's no laughing matter. The town's beloved phantom, Roy Allist, also known as The Headless Cavalier, has lost his prized possession - his head!

As the town's renowned clairvoyant, Buster 'Para' Normall, has revealed, Roy's head has been misplaced during one of his restless wanderings. But fear not, for Para has pieced together a rough map of Roy's favourite haunting spots and some clues to where his head may be. Now, all that's needed are the bravest treasure seekers to solve the mystery and recover Roy's prized possession.

Treasure Hunt Through Ghostly Hitchin

Attention, treasure seekers - we need your help! Embark on a self-guided treasure hunt through the spooky side of Hitchin. As you explore the marketplace and riverside, you'll uncover hidden gems and discover fascinating ghost stories about the town's former residents, including the infamous Priory's Grey Lady.

But beware, things are going bump in the night… Can YOU help solve the sneaky clues and recover Roy's prized possession before it's too late?

The town is calling… Will YOU accept the ghostly quest and uncover the mystery of The Headless Cavalier?

Hitchin - Ghostly River & Market
Hitchin - Ghostly River & Market
Hitchin - Ghostly River & Market
From the case file
Hitchin - Ghostly River & Market

Your answers hold the key...

Uncover the hiding place and reveal the story behind the treasure.

Trail Information

Trail Location

The Haunted Hitchin Treasure Trail starts at:

Portmill Lane

Hitchin

North Hertfordshire

Hertfordshire

SG5 1DJ

England

Treasure Hunt Themed Trail

Treasure
Hunt

2+ Hours Duration

2+ Hours

1.7 Miles Walking Distance

1.7 miles

Wheelchair Accessible

Accessible

Pushchair Accessible

Accessible

Dog Friendly

Dog
Friendly

Trail Details:

  • A self-guided treasure hunt walking Trail around Hitchin.
  • Ideal for kids aged 6 - 106!
  • 1.7-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 route is not recommended for wheelchair users due to some uneven walkways and busy roads; however, those with pushchairs should find this manageable.

Bring your four-legged friends along! Please note that it is a busy town centre, so dogs will need to be kept on leads.

This Trail starts at Portmill Lane West car park (SG5 1DJ), which has a maximum stay of four hours. The closest long stay car park is Lairage Multi-Storey (SG5 1GN), approximately a five-minute walk away.

There are some fantastic events in Hitchin's calendar, as well as regular markets. Although these are great times to visit Hitchin, some of the clues on this Trail may become obstructed or difficult to access. If you would like further information about event dates, please contact Hitchin Visitor Information.

There are public toilets available towards the beginning of the Trail, and the route passes several pubs and a few cafes along the way.

Why not make a day of it and visit Hitchin's British Schools Museum or spend your afternoon strolling around Butts Close or the nearby Oughtonhead Nature Reserve!

Mini Explorer 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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