The Padstow Mystery Treasure Trail
Padstow, Cornwall
About The Padstow Mystery Treasure Trail
Adventure Awaits This Summer!
We need our best detective to solve a self-guided mystery Trail around this Cornish holiday hotspot. Hunt past medieval inns, through the ancient churchyard of St Petroc's, and towards the haunted Abbey House, uncovering the rich history of this bustling harbour town.
• Instant access to adventure with our App, or with a PDF download.
• An exciting way to explore somewhere new.
• Fun for adults as well as kids, work together to solve the clues.
• Enjoy the twists and turns as you solve mysteries and find treasures.
• From the UKs leading provider of treasure hunts.
• Rated Excellent on Trustpilot.
• All for under £10!
Trail Highlights:
Historic Padstow: Explore medieval inns, the ancient churchyard of St Petroc's, and the haunted Abbey House.
Bustling Harbour Town: Discover the charm and history of this famous Cornish town.
Intriguing Mystery: Unravel the clues and find out who sabotaged Chef 'Boy' Ling-DeFish’s creation.
Trail Details
• Theme: Self-guided detective mystery themed walking Trail around Padstow.
• Purpose: A fun and engaging way to explore somewhere new or find hidden treasures on your doorstep.
• Pace: Trails are done in your own time at your own pace.
• Age Suitability: Suitable for all ages.
• Group Size: One Trail booklet is enough for 4-5 people.
• Length: 2-mile 'loop' Trail, taking roughly 2.5 hours to complete.
• Prizes: Unlock virtual badges, and be in with a chance to win real Treasure! All correct answers are entered into the monthly £100 prize draw.
• Help Available: Free web or app feature for clues if you get stuck, ensuring no Trail goes unsolved.
• Route: Circular loop Trail.
• Accessibility: Download your Trail now for instant fun or receive your copy in the post.
Solve Chef 'Boy' Ling-DeFish’s Unusual Kitchen Case!
Celebrity chef 'Boy' Ling-DeFish has been found slumped in the kitchen after announcing his new creation—a pasty containing a horrifying combination of ingredients. Someone really didn't want this culinary abomination to be made. Can you solve the sneaky clues around Padstow to crack this unusual case and discover 'whodunnit'?
Stress Free Summer Activity!
• Avoid the crowds and queues.
• Complete the Trail at your own pace.
• Instant access with the App version or PDF download to print at home."
Great value at £9.99 for the whole family
Need we say more? Half a day's summer fun for £9.99 for the whole family.
• Rated Excellent on Trust Pilot for experience and value
• 20 years of being the UK’s leading Treasure Hunt company
• Over 3M people entertained on our Trails"
Opening Times
- Monday, Open 24 hours
- Tuesday, Open 24 hours
- Wednesday, Open 24 hours
- Thursday, Open 24 hours
- Friday, Open 24 hours
- Saturday, Open 24 hours
- Sunday, Open 24 hours
Trails are self-guided and can be instantly downloaded from our website. Follow the Trail, solve the clues and see the sights on any day of your choosing. There is no need to phone us for opening details. All Trails are designed to be completed in daylight.
Pricing & Tickets
- Child (4-17) : Free
- Adult (17-18+) : £9.99
£9.99 per Trail (not per person). One Trail booklet recommended for a group of 4 to 5 people.
Plan Your Visit
Typical visit time 2 - 3 hours
Suitable for Kids and Adults too
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