Explore Great Bedwyn 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 1.5 hours of exploring
Around 1.2 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
Great Bedwyn
Attention all detectives! A mystery has unfolded in the quaint village of Great Bedwyn along the Kennet and Avon Canal. Brian Butty, a renowned narrowboat designer and the natural choice for the prestigious Annual Narrowboat Design Award, has suddenly disappeared. Suspicion is high that a rival competitor in the Battle of the Butty is behind Brian's disappearance. It's up to YOU to follow the evidence, eliminate suspects, and solve the case!
Canal-Side Detective Mystery
Grab your detective hats and get ready for a self-guided adventure through the charming village of Great Bedwyn. This detective-themed Treasure Trail will take you on a journey through the village's highlights, from the tranquil Kennet and Avon Canal to the historic market town of Savernake.
As you follow the trail, keep your eyes peeled for sneaky clues hidden on existing buildings, permanent features, and monuments. Use your detective skills to eliminate suspects and reveal the truth behind Brian Butty's disappearance.
Do YOU have what it takes to solve the mystery and bring the culprit to justice? The village of Great Bedwyn is counting on you!
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 Great Bedwyn - Battle of the Butty Treasure Trail starts at:
Brook Street
Great Bedwyn
Wiltshire
Wiltshire
SN8 3LZ
England
Trail Details:
- A Detective Mystery themed walking Treasure Trail around Great Bedwyn
- 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 1.2 miles long and takes 1.5 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!
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?
