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Margate - Seafront & Lighthouse

Margate

Seafront & Lighthouse

Margate - Seafront & Lighthouse

Missing masterpiece - the case of the blank canvas

£10.99 GBP
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5* reviews from
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 Margate 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 2.5 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

Margate

The town of Margate is buzzing with excitement for the upcoming launch of a festival featuring the work of renowned local artist Emma Tracey. But disaster strikes when her most famous piece, "Europa, Adieu", is stolen. A guard was found unconscious nearby, and police are investigating several suspects from the art underworld. Could one of them be trying to sell Emma's masterpiece on the black market?

With Clues scattered throughout Margate, we need the help of brave detectives to comb the area for fingerprints and uncover the truth. Are YOU up for the challenge?

Detective Mystery Through Margate's Seafront and Lighthouse

Attention all daring detectives! We need your skills to crack this heist and reveal the culprit.

Embark on a self-guided detective mystery Trail that will take you on a thrilling patrol through the heart of Margate. Start at the lighthouse, where the evidence begins, and follow leads from Turner Contemporary Gallery to the old town. Then, chase down the crook along the seafront and promenade, but don't let the stunning seaside views distract you from solving the mystery!

The town is in a frenzy after the festival's launch was ruined by the theft of Emma Tracey's masterpiece, "Europa, Adieu". The Chief is desperate to catch the criminal mastermind and retrieve the priceless painting. Can YOU crack the clues scattered throughout Margate and reveal who stole the masterpiece and the incriminating evidence? The town is counting on you!

Margate - Seafront & Lighthouse
Margate - Seafront & Lighthouse
Margate - Seafront & Lighthouse
From the case file
Margate - Seafront & Lighthouse

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 Margate Treasure Trail starts at:

Stone Pier

Margate

Kent

CT9 1JD

England

Detective Mystery Themed Trail

Detective
Mystery

2 Hours Duration

2 Hours

2.5 Miles Walking Distance

2.5 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 Treasure Trail around Margate.
  • Ideal for kids aged 6 - 106! 
  •  2.5-mile 'loop' (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 to explore Margate, there are a few things you need to know...

The route isn't friendly for wheelchair users and pushchairs due to unavoidable steps and steep stretches.

Bring your four-legged friends along! Please note that dogs will need to be kept on leads. Dogs may be able to access the beach as well - subject to seasonal restrictions.

The closest long stay pay and display car park to the Trail start point is at Trinity Square (CT9 1HR), just a 10-minute walk away; however, there is a slightly closer car park with a max. four-hour stay at Market Street (CT9 1ED).

There are some fantastic events in Margate's calendar, all of which are great times to visit this beautiful seaside retreat. However, you may find that some of the clues on this Trail may become obstructed or difficult to access on these occasions. Please check for events before setting off.

There are public toilets available near Clue 17, and the route passes several refreshment stops, snack shops and ice cream parlours for a post-investigation reward! There are no children's play areas on the route, but there is the beach, which is great for picnics in good weather.

Looking for more things to do in Margate? Make a day of it and visit Turner Contemporary to examine more masterpieces or investigate the superbly strange Shell Grotto. For some classic seaside shenanigans, dart through Dreamland vintage theme park for fantastic fun for the whole family.

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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