The Reading Treasure Trail

The Reading Treasure Trail starts at: The Town Hall, Blagrave Street, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1QH England
6-90 Years
Paid

Description

The Reading Treasure Trail is a self-guided detective mystery adventure set in the heart of Reading. This interactive walking Trail combines sightseeing with clue-solving as you explore the town’s streets and parks. It offers a fun and engaging way for families and friends to discover Reading while solving a crime.

The story follows the curious case of the missing dentist, Pearl E White, whose sad demise has left the town in shock. With a long list of disgruntled patients as suspects, Chief Superintendent Den Tuyers has appointed you as top detectives to uncover the truth. As you follow the 1.8-mile loop from The Town Hall through bustling streets, canalside spots and green spaces, you’ll solve clues to reveal who carried out the ultimate ‘extraction’.

The Treasure Trail costs £9.99 per Trail, which covers the whole group playing together. The same Trail can also be used for birthday parties, working best in small teams of around 4–5 people, with adult support recommended for younger children. 

The Reading Treasure Trail is a creative way to explore the town while enjoying a fun mystery challenge. It blends problem-solving, fresh air and local history into one memorable experience. Perfect for families, friends and birthday groups, it turns an ordinary walk into a detective adventure.

Features

  • Paid
  • Host birthday parties: Yes

Features

The Curious Case of the Missing Dentist

  • Reading is abuzz with news of the sad demise of local dentist, Pearl E White. Police officers drilling into the case have ruled out both natural causes and accidental death.
  • They have compiled a suspect list of disgruntled patients, who were unhappy at the pain and suffering they experienced at Pearl's hands but are at a complete floss about who is guilty!
  • Chief Superintendent Den Tuyers has decided it is time (about 2.30?) to appoint you, his best detectives, to work this case and assist officers in filling out the paperwork.
  • Can you track down the evidence to finally work out the full tooth of who wanted revenge on Ms White by performing the ultimate 'extraction'?

A Detective Mystery Through the Heart of Reading

  • Grab your magnifying glasses and get ready for an immersive self-guided detective mystery investigation through the bustling streets and luscious parks of Reading.
  • As you hunt high and low, you'll uncover fascinating historical stories and gorgeous hidden gems along the way. This case will leave you filling oww-ful...
  • The town is abuzz following the sad loss of local dentist Pearl E Whyte. A large patient suspect list has been drawn up, and the police need you to help them reveal which disgruntled client could have committed this dastardly crime!
  • Can you solve the clues and crack the case before the crook extracts another dentist? Open Wide And Say Arrgghhhhhhh...

Facilities

  • Parking: The closest long stay pay and display car park to the Trail start point is at Kings Meadow (RG1 8DF), just a five to ten minute walk away.
  • Food & Drinks: There are many cafes, restaurants, pubs and other eating establishments along the way, including numerous on either side of the canal at The Oracle. If the weather is nice, a picnic in Forbury Gardens is a popular choice.
  • Toilets: There are toilets available in both Broad Street Mall and The Oracle shopping centre.

What to see

  • A self-guided detective mystery walking Trail around Reading.
  • Ideal for kids aged 6 - 106!
  • 1.8-mile 'loop' Trail (takes 2 hours to complete at your own pace).
  • Text message service with 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)!

Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

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

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.

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. 

Address: The Reading Treasure Trail starts at: The Town Hall, Blagrave Street, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1QH England

Post Code: RG1 1QH

Council: Reading

County: Berkshire

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