East Lancashire Railway - Bury to Irwell Vale
East Lancashire Railway - Bury to Irwell Vale
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Detective Mystery Trail
Detective
Mystery
2.5 Hours
1.5 miles
8 miles
Not
Accessible
Not
Accessible
The Missing Chocolate Mastermind - Can YOU Solve the Sweet Mystery?
** IMPORTANT ** This Trail has been designed to be completed by travelling along the East Lancashire Railway by train, for which separate charges apply. See the East Lancashire Railway site for details of charges, operating times and timetables. Whilst it could be completed by car, the Trail contains clues within Bury station building which is closed outside of railway operating times.
The annual Ramsbottom Chocolate Festival is just around the corner, and the excitement is palpable among the chocaholics of the town. But when world-famous chocolate maker, Billy Bonka, is found slumped in his carriage on the Chocolate Express, the festivities quickly turn into a sweet mystery. With evidence scattered along the train tracks like chocolate buttons, it's up to YOU to put on your detective hat and solve the case.
A Delicious Treasure Hunt Through East Lancashire
Are you ready for a fun-filled day out with family and friends? Look no further than the East Lancashire Railway, where an exciting self-guided Treasure Hunt awaits. Starting at Bury Bolton Street station, you'll journey through the quaint riverside village of Irwell Vale and the bustling market town of Ramsbottom, following the route of the railway line.
As you explore, keep an eye out for sneaky clues hidden within the stations and along the route. Chief of Police Evan Acklew needs YOUR help to solve the case and put the missing chocolate mastermind behind bars. But be careful-this is no time for chocolate distractions!
Get ready for a day of mayhem on the Chocolate Express… Can YOU solve the sweet mystery?
The Details
- A detective mystery themed walking Treasure Trail along East Lancashire Railway
- Ideal for discovering more about where you live or exploring somewhere new
- Trails are done in your own time at your own pace
- This Trail is approximately 1.5 miles long and takes 2.5 hours to complete
- This Trail is suitable for all ages from 6 - 106 (no children necessary!)
- One Trail booklet is enough for 4-5 people
- Chance to win some real Treasure! All correct answers are entered into the monthly £100 prize draw
- Circular loop Trail
- Mobile phone text service for clue answers if you get stuck, ensuring that no mystery goes unsolved
- This Trail can be sent to you in the post or downloaded today for instant Trailing fun!
Trail Location
Trail Location
The East Lancashire Railway Treasure Trail starts at:
Bolton Street
Bury
Lancashire
Lancashire
BL9 0EY
England
Mini Detective Club
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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What is a Treasure Trail?
What is a Treasure Trail?
Before You Set Off
Before You Set Off
Please Note:
Clues 1 - 4 of this Trail are set within Bury's Bolton Street station, which often operates restricted opening hours. Those hours are subject to change at short notice but can be seen via a Google Search here. For complete peace of mind, we would however recommend telephoning them on 0333 320 2830 to make sure that they are open before you intend to complete the Trail.
Trail Stops:
This Trail involves exploring three separate locations along the East Lancashire Railway Line: Bolton Street Station in Bury, Irwell Vale, and Ramsbottom. The suggested way to navigate is by rail. Starting at Bury, solve the clues in Bolton Street Station. Then, purchase a return ticket to Irwell Vale (ticket price not included in your Trail). Travel to Irwell Vale by train, alight and explore to solve the clues there. Get on a train heading back towards Bury, but alight at Ramsbottom along the way to solve some clues there. Your return ticket will allow you to hop off at any stop to break up your journey, including Ramsbottom.
