Name: The Torquay Treasure Trail
Rating: 5.0

The Torquay Treasure Trail

The Torquay Treasure Trail starts at: English Riviera Visitor Information Centre, Vaughan Parade, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5JG England

6-90 Years

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The Torquay Treasure Trail is a self-guided detective mystery adventure that takes you through the scenic seaside town of Torquay. It offers a fun way to explore the harbour, promenade, and local landmarks while solving clues along the route. Families, friends, and groups can enjoy this interactive outdoor activity while discovering more about the town.

The story follows the mysterious death of renowned seafood chef Ernest Cooke, who was found in his Michelin-starred restaurant, Mullet Over, beside an empty safe. His prized family recipe has vanished, and local detectives are struggling to solve the case. As you follow the trail through Torquay’s harbour and Corbyn Head, you will solve clues, eliminate suspects, and uncover the truth behind the crime.

The Trail costs £9.99 GBP per Trail, and one Trail booklet is recommended for a group of 4 to 5 people. Birthday Treasure Trail parties are also available, where teams follow the route, solve clues, and complete the mission together.

The trail is around 2 miles long and usually takes about 2 hours to complete, making it a great activity for all ages from 6 to 106. It can be done at your own pace, and you can start whenever you like with everything included in the booklet. With coastal views, hidden clues, and the chance to win a monthly £100 prize draw, it offers an exciting and memorable day out in Torquay.

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Host birthday parties: Yes

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Something Fishy in Torquay - Can YOU Solve the Mystery?

Something fishy is going on in Torquay! The renowned seafood chef, Ernest Cooke, has been found dead in his Michelin starred restaurant, Mullet Over.
His body was discovered next to an empty safe, and the only thing missing was a prized family recipe that has been passed down for generations.
With the local detectives floundering, this is the perfect opportunity for YOU to step in and prove your detective skills!

Treasure Hunt Through Torquay's Harbour and Corbyn Head

Join the ranks of top detectives as you embark on this self-guided detective mystery themed Treasure Hunt through the scenic town of Torquay.
Starting at the Tourist Information Centre in the Inner Harbour, you'll follow the promenade and solve sneaky clues along the way to eliminate suspects and discover the truth behind the crime.
As you make your way through the town, keep an eye out for clues hidden among the coastal setting and historic buildings that make Torquay so unique.
Can YOU crack the case and solve the mystery? Grab your family and friends and get ready for an exciting adventure in Torquay!

What to see

A Detective Mystery themed walking Treasure Trail around Torquay
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 miles long and takes 2 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
Linear Trail route
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 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-torquay-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 Torquay Treasure Trail starts at: English Riviera Visitor Information Centre, Vaughan Parade, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5JG England

Post Code: TQ2 5JG

Council: Torbay

County: Devon

This circular route Trail starts at the English Riviera Information Centre in the Inner Harbour (TQ2 5JG), goes through the town and then follows the Promenade along the seafront, returning to the Pavilion, Vaughan Road, (TQ2 5EQ).