Name: The Exmouth Treasure Trail
Rating: 5.0

The Exmouth Treasure Trail

The Exmouth Treasure Trail starts at: Esplanade, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 2AZ England

6-90 Years

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The Exmouth Treasure Trail is a fun self-guided detective mystery adventure set in the seaside town of Exmouth. Participants follow a trail of clues to solve the mystery of the missing fisherman, Olly Oyster. It’s an engaging outdoor activity that combines exploration, puzzle-solving, and storytelling for families and friends.

The trail begins at the Clock Tower on the Esplanade and takes visitors on a circular route through Exmouth’s seafront, parks, gardens, and hidden corners of the town. This detective mystery themed walking trail is about 2.5 miles long and usually takes around 2.5 hours to complete at your own pace. It is suitable for ages 6–106, includes a text message clue service if you get stuck, and gives participants a chance to enter a £100 monthly prize draw after solving the mystery.

The trail costs £9.99 GBP 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 Exmouth Treasure Trail offers a unique and interactive way to discover the town while solving a fun mystery. It encourages exploration, teamwork, and problem-solving in a relaxed outdoor setting. Whether you’re visiting Exmouth or looking for a creative day out, it’s an enjoyable experience for all ages.

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Host birthday parties: Yes

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The Missing Fisherman's Treasure Trail

The small coastal town of Exmouth is in a state of shock-the beloved fisherman Olly Oyster has gone missing, leaving behind a trail of clues that have everyone scratching their heads.
His partner, Ann Chovy, is convinced there's more to his disappearance than meets the eye. As the top detectives in town, it's up to YOU to follow the trail and uncover the truth!

Treasure Hunt Through Exmouth - A Fun Family Adventure

Take your family and friends on an unforgettable self-guided Treasure Hunt through the charming seaside town of Exmouth. The adventure begins at the iconic Clock Tower on the Esplanade, where you'll receive your first clue.
From there, you'll explore the picturesque seafront, wander through beautiful parks and gardens, and discover hidden corners of the town you never knew existed. But beware-the notorious gang of smugglers known as the Sharks could be lurking around any corner.
Keep your eyes peeled for suspicious characters and sneaky clues as you make your way through the town. Exmouth is waiting… Will YOU be the one to crack the case and find the treasure?

What to see

A Detective Mystery themed walking Treasure Trail around Exmouth
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 2.5 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!

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Price: Paid

Price Details

£9.99 per Trail (not per person). One Trail booklet recommended for a group of 4 to 5 people.

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

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 Exmouth Treasure Trail starts at: Esplanade, Exmouth, Devon, EX8 2AZ England

Post Code: EX8 2AZ

Council: East Devon

County: Devon