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  • Goathland - Heartbeat Village & Railway Treasure Trail - story page
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    Uncover the Spellbook's Secret

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  • Family Adventure - Treasure Hunt
  • Solve Puzzles & Discover Hidden Gems
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Goathland - Heartbeat Village & Railway

Goathland

Heartbeat Village & Railway

Goathland - Heartbeat Village & Railway

Can you locate the missing spell book?

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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.

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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 Goathland 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 2.3 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

Goathland

Something strange is happening in the quaint village of Goathland - a mysterious creature has been spotted wandering the moors. Some say it's a dog, others say it's a goat, and some even claim it's a horse with a lion's mane. But one thing's for sure, this eerie apparition is causing quite a stir among the residents. Could this be the return of the legendary gytrash?

Local historian Dr. Indy Parst has unearthed some intriguing clues and a map, which he believes will lead to the location of a long-lost spellbook. According to legend, this spellbook contains the only incantation that can banish the gytrash from the village forever. Now, it's up to the Intrepid Explorer Society (IES) to unravel the mystery and find the spellbook before it's too late. Are YOU brave enough to join this quest and help save the village?

Uncover the Secrets of Goathland - A Family-Friendly Adventure

Get ready for an exciting self-guided walking adventure through the picturesque village of Goathland. As you explore the village and its surrounding moors, you'll follow in the footsteps of the IES and uncover hidden clues that will lead you to the spellbook's final resting place.

The adventure begins in the heart of Goathland, where you'll learn about the history of the village and its connection to the gytrash. From there, you'll journey through Goathland Station, made famous by its appearances in popular TV shows and films. As you make your way across the moors, keep your eyes peeled for suspicious activity and cleverly concealed clues that will help you on your quest.

Join the IES and become a top explorer - Can YOU solve the mystery and banish the gytrash from Goathland?

Goathland - Heartbeat Village & Railway
Goathland - Heartbeat Village & Railway
Goathland - Heartbeat Village & Railway
From the case file
Goathland - Heartbeat Village & Railway

Your answers hold the key...

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

Trail Information

Trail Location

The Goathland - Legend of the Gytrash Treasure Trail starts at:

North York Moors National

Goathland

North Yorkshire

North Yorkshire

YO22 5ND

England

Treasure Hunt Themed Trail

Treasure
Hunt

2+ Hours Duration

2+ Hours

2.3 Miles Walking Distance

2.3 miles

Not Wheelchair Accessible

Not
Accessible

Not Pushchair Accessible

Not
Accessible

Dog Friendly

Dog
Friendly

Trail Details:

  • A Treasure Hunt themed walking Treasure Trail around Goathland
  • 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 2.3 miles long and takes 2+ 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:

Explore this unspoilt village via grass verges, pavements and country paths. Some of these areas can get muddy, so suitable footwear is recommended. Park in the main car park on Beck Hole Road or if this is full, try the overflow car park next door (YO22 5NJ).

There are scenic picnic spots about halfway along the route as well as refreshments available at the station and at the finishing point. Toilets are available in the main car park at the start of the Trail and there is a small children's playground within the Trail route.

Extend your trip:

There are plenty of scenic walks available in the surrounding areas including a short walk to Mallyan Spout waterfall which is detailed as a suggested detour within the Trail booklet. You could also take a short trip on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway (fares and timetable restrictions apply).

Parking:

There is a main car park in the centre of Goathland with an overflow car park during busier periods. Parking is also available at Pickering and other stations along the North York Moors Railway if you wanted to travel to Goathland by train. Buses connect Goathland with Whitby, Pickering, Malton and Leeds.

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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