Explore Dulwich Differently
Discover somewhere new - or rediscover somewhere you thought you knew.

- 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 2.5 hours of exploring
Around 2.9 miles of walking - One trail is perfect for up to 5 people
How it Works
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1. Choose how you want to explore
Use the App, print your Trail at home, or let us print and post it to you.
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2. Access it
instantlyYour App and PDF are ready immediately, whichever option you choose.
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3. Explore
& solveFollow the route and crack the sneaky clues along the way.
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4. Submit
your answerEnter your final
answer online to
reveal the ending.
Great detectives needed!
A mystery is waiting to be solved in
Dulwich
It was supposed to be a momentous day for art collector Tina Paint as she prepared to unveil the location of a long-lost masterpiece. But before she could make the announcement, disaster struck. Tina was found slumped among her prized collection at the Dulwich Gallery, her office ransacked and safe emptied. Now, it's up to YOU to help DCI Oylon Canvas and the TOP Detectives crack the case and reveal the true culprit behind the chaos.
Treasure Hunt Through Dulwich Parkland and Gallery
Calling all budding detectives and art enthusiasts! Get ready for a thrilling self-guided Treasure Hunt through the charming village of Dulwich in south London. As you make your way along the Trail, keep your eyes peeled for sneaky clues hidden on existing buildings, permanent features, and monuments.
Explore the lush Dulwich Parkland, the picturesque village, and the renowned Picture Gallery and Christ's Chapel as you follow in the footsteps of DCI Oylon Canvas. Can YOU solve the clues and eliminate the suspects to uncover the truth behind the mystery at Dulwich Gallery?
Grab your detective hats and get ready for an adventure in Dulwich!
Every clue brings you closer to the truth...
Piece together the evidence, identify the culprit and discover how the case ends.
Trail Information
Trail Information
Trail Location
The Dulwich Treasure Trail starts at:
Gallery Road
Dulwich
London
London
SE21 7AB
England
Trail Details:
- A Detective Mystery themed walking Treasure Trail around Dulwich
- 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 2.9 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
- 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!
More Information:
Please Note:
This Trail is flat and easy going, so suitable for wheelchair users and pushchairs.The parks are great for children to play and dogs are also welcome.
There are loos at the cafe and by the car park in Dulwich Park. Trailgoers can reach this Trail by train and bus as well as by car. See https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/posters/WDU.pdf.
The Trail begins close to West Dulwich station.
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?
