Thirsk - Riverside & Old Castle
Thirsk - Riverside & Old Castle
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Treasure Hunt Trail
Treasure
Hunt
2.5+ Hours
2.15 miles
Not
Accessible
Not
Accessible
Dog
Friendly
The Hunt for Herriot's Missing Golden Cow
Join the famous vet, James Herriot, on a thrilling adventure to find his missing treasure! A gift from a far off land, the miniature golden cow has been lost for years, but now, with the help of local farmer Pat Clifton, you have the chance to uncover its whereabouts. Follow the map and clues hidden on Pat's land and embark on a perilous journey through treacherous terrain, roaring rivers, and historic sites that hold the key to the lost loot.
Treasure Hunt Through Thirsk
Get ready for a fun-filled, self-guided Treasure Hunt through the charming town of Thirsk. Starting and finishing in the bustling market place, this Trail will take you on a journey through the town's riverside paths and past the site of the old castle. Along the way, you'll also encounter many key historical points of interest, including the places where James Herriot practiced as a vet.
With sneaky clues hidden on existing buildings, permanent features, and monuments, this Trail is perfect for families and friends looking for a fun day out or a memorable adventure with the kids in Thirsk.
Join the Exploration Society and be our most intrepid Explorers to solve the mystery of the missing golden cow!
The Details
- A Treasure Hunt themed walking Treasure Trail around Thirsk
- 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 2.15 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 Thirsk - Heart of Herriot Country Treasure Trail starts at:
Market Place
Thirsk
North Yorkshire
North Yorkshire
YO7 1EY
England
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?
Before You Set Off
Before You Set Off
Please Note:
Discover where the author behind James Herriot practised as a vet, search for hidden animals at the riverside and learn about a haunted chair as you explore the ins and outs of Thirsk, a bustling market town in the heart of Herriot Country.
Route:
This Trail starts and finishes in the market place and takes a route around Thirsk taking in some riverside paths and exploring the site of the old castle as well as key historical points of interest around the town.
Facilities:
There are some nice riverside picnic spots along the route. Refreshments are readily available around the start and finish points. Public conveniences are centrally located and signed from the start point of the Trail.
Extend your trip:
A detour is suggested in the Trail booklet to explore nearby Sowerby with its varied architecture and 12th century church. This will add 1.5 miles to your walk. The World of James Herriot is also well worth a visit and comes highly recommended.
Parking:
The Long Stay Marage and; Millgate Car Park with WC, signed from Market Place as you drive through Thirsk, is closest to the start (YO7 1SZ). Thirsk also has regular bus services from local towns. The train station is situated 1.5 miles from the town centre.
