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The Hunt for Golden Goldfish
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Can you lift the mermaid's curse?
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Explore Staithes 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 hours of exploring
Around 1.6 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.
Ready for an adventure?
A trail of clues awaits in
Staithes
Many years ago, the small seaside village of Staithes was plagued by a curse from the miserable mermaid, Molly Minnow. Legend has it that after getting stuck between a rock and a hard plaice, she was left floundering and in a fit of anger, cursed the village. Local fishermen watched as she struggled to free herself and witnessed her proclamation that the village would be doomed unless a valuable sacrifice was made to the sea. For ages, the villagers mulled over what it could all mean. But one brave local lad, John Dory, tired of hearing people carp on about the curse, vowed to discover what Molly wanted.
Treasure Hunt Through Cook's Seaside Village
Join the adventure and explore the charming village of Staithes on this self-guided Treasure Trail. As you follow the route, you'll uncover sneaky clues set on existing buildings, permanent features, and monuments. The Trail begins and ends in the main car park at the top of the hill and takes you through the narrow lanes and alleyways of this delightful seaside village.
Discover where Captain James Cook first discovered his passion for the sea and learn the secret behind the mermaid's curse. Legend has it that Molly was after the mythical Golden Goldfish, thought to only exist in legend. But could it really be true?
Don't miss your chance to solve the mystery and uncover the treasure in Staithes!
Your answers hold the key...
Uncover the hiding place and reveal the story behind the treasure.
Trail Information
Trail Information
Trail Location
The Staithes - The Mermaid's Curse Treasure Trail starts at:
North York Moors National
Staithes
Saltburn-by-the-Sea
North Yorkshire
TS13 5AD
England
Treasure
Hunt
Hours
miles
Not
Accessible
Not
Accessible
Dog
Friendly
Trail Details:
- A Treasure Hunt themed walking Treasure Trail around Staithes
- 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 1.6 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:
Some steep hills will be encountered along the route of this Trail, so appropriate footwear is strongly advised, particularly after periods of poor weather.
Mini Explorer Club
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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What is a Treasure Trail?
What is a Treasure Trail?
