York Chocolate and Sweet Treasure Trail
York, North Yorkshire
About York Chocolate and Sweet Treasure Trail
Adventure Awaits This Summer!
Explore on this self-guided detective mystery adventure around the UK's home of chocolate, York. Wander through picturesque 'chocolate-box streets', dive into the famous sweet museum, and unwrap amazing stories behind Terry's, Rowntree, and other kings of confectionery as you hunt out the answers to the sneaky clues.
• 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 York: Explore the beautiful and historic streets of York, renowned for its chocolate heritage.
Famous Landmarks: Visit the sweet museum and learn amazing stories about Terry's, Rowntree, and other confectionery giants.
Intriguing Clues: Solve the clues to catch the thief and recover the stolen Minty Melt chocolate recipe.
Trail Details:
• Theme: Self-guided detective mystery themed walking Trail around York.
• 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: 1.3-mile 'loop' Trail, taking roughly 2 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.
Catch the Thief Behind Lotta Smartees' Stolen Recipe!
You'll need more than just your taste buds for this mission! Last night, the body of renowned chocolatier Lotta Smartees was found next to an open safe—and her secret Minty Melt chocolate recipe is now missing. Can you help put the criminal behind bars (not chocolate ones!) and save the recipe from falling into evil hands?
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
The Trails can be enjoyed on any day, at any time, the only limitation is daylight.
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Typical visit time 2 - 3 hours
Suitable for Kids and Adults too
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