Name: The Exeter Treasure Trail
Rating: 5.0

The Exeter Treasure Trail

The Exeter Treasure Trail starts at: Piazza Terracina, Haven Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 8GT England

6-90 Years

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The Exeter Treasure Trail is a fun self-guided detective mystery adventure set in the historic city of Exeter. Participants follow a 2-mile walking route while solving clues to uncover what happened to the missing comic knitter, Robbie Bobbins. The trail lets visitors explore the city at their own pace while enjoying a playful mystery challenge suitable for ages 6–106.

The experience includes a self-guided detective mystery walking trail through key areas such as the Piazza, Quay and Cathedral. Along the way, participants search for hidden clues, explore gardens, walk beside the riverside and admire Exeter’s historic architecture. The trail also includes a text message clue service if you get stuck and offers a chance to enter a £100 monthly draw after solving the mystery.

The trail costs £9.99 per Trail booklet, with one booklet recommended for a group of 4–5 people. Treasure Trails can also be used for birthday celebrations where teams follow the route, solve clues and compete to complete the mystery together.

Overall, The Exeter Treasure Trail offers a unique way to explore the city while taking part in an interactive mystery adventure. It combines sightseeing, problem-solving and outdoor exploration in a fun and engaging format. Whether visiting Exeter or discovering your local area, it’s a memorable activity for families, friends and curious detectives.

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Host birthday parties: Yes

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Witty Knitter Meets Maker in Woolly Circumstances

Attention all super sleuths! This self-guided Detective Mystery Trail around the ancient city of Exeter starts at the historic Piazza. As you explore the beautiful gardens, wander along the riverside, and admire the magnificent architecture, keep an eye out for sneaky clues that will lead you to the truth.
But beware, this charming city has a dark secret… Comic knitter, Robbie Bobbins, is known for his hilarious yarns and knitting skills, but after a show in Exeter, he mysteriously dropped his last stitch and disappeared.
The local close-knit community is in shock, and the police are struggling to unravel the case. That's where YOU come in, our top detectives. Can you follow the clues and solve the mystery of what happened to Robbie Bobbins?

Scavenger Hunt Through Exeter - Piazza, Quay & Cathedral

Prepare for an exciting self-guided Scavenger Hunt through the historic city of Exeter. As you make your way through the Piazza, Quay and Cathedral, keep your eyes peeled for cleverly hidden clues that will guide you on your adventure.
Explore the city's stunning gardens, wander along the riverside, and be awed by the impressive architecture as you work to solve the mystery of what happened to Robbie Bobbins. Are you ready to put your detective skills to the test and uncover the truth?

Facilities

Parking: The closest long stay pay and display car park to the Trail start point is at Haven Banks (EX2 8GP), just a five-minute walk away.
Food & Drinks: The route passes several pubs and a few cafes along the way. Northernhay Gardens is a fantastic picnic spot if the weather is nice!
Toilets: There are public toilets available throughout Exeter, which can be found using this handy guide.

What to see

A self-guided detective mystery walking Trail around Exeter.
Ideal for kids aged 6 - 106!
2-mile 'loop' Trail (takes roughly 2 hours to complete at your own pace).
Text message service for clues if you get stuck.
Solve the mystery and be entered into a £100 monthly draw!
Learn more about where you live, or explore somewhere new.
Download your Trail now for instant fun (or receive your copy in the post)!

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Price: Paid

Price Details

£9.99 GBP per Trail. One Trail booklet recommended for a group of 4 to 5 people.

Pricing URL: https://www.treasuretrails.co.uk/products/things-to-do-exeter-devon

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: Yes

Birthday Party Details

Want a birthday that’s actually fun (and doesn’t involve everyone just sitting around)? A Treasure Trail is an easy, ready-to-go adventure that gets people outside, exploring and laughing together. Our pre-written Trails are suitable for children and adults aged 6+, and work best in small teams of around 4–5 people. Everyone follows the route, cracks the clues, and solves the mystery as they go.

How a Treasure Trail birthday works

Pick a location (choose somewhere local, or make it part of a day out).
Split into teams (4–5 per team works best).
Set the mission (a quick briefing + team names instantly boosts excitement).
Start times (stagger teams by 2–5 minutes to avoid copying).
Finish with prizes (more on that below!).

Children’s birthday parties: what to know

We get asked a lot whether Trails work for children’s parties.
Standard Trails are designed for ages 6+, but at that age they’re best enjoyed as a family group or mixed adult/child team, because the directions and clue-solving usually need grown-up support.
If you’ve got 20 energetic 6-year-olds and one adult, a standard Trail probably isn’t the right fit.
For older children (often 9/10+, depending on the group), small teams can work really well, but they’ll still need adult supervision, especially near roads and crossings.

Ready to plan your birthday Trail?

Pick a location, choose your Trail, and you’re good to go.
If you’d like help choosing a Trail that suits your group size, ages, and timings, get in touch and we’ll point you in the right direction.

Visit the website for more information.

You can start your Trail whenever you like, as they are completely self-guided. Everything you need to complete your Trail is in the booklet, including directions and clues to guide you along the route.

Address: The Exeter Treasure Trail starts at: Piazza Terracina, Haven Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 8GT England

Post Code: EX2 8GT

Council: Exeter

County: Devon