Name: The Arundel Detective Treasure Trail
Rating: 5.0

The Arundel Detective Treasure Trail

Arundel Museum, Mill Road, Arundel, UK

1-90 Years

Paid

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Description

The Arundel Detective Treasure Trail is a self-guided mystery adventure set in the historic town of Arundel. Visitors take on the role of a detective to solve a dramatic disappearance through clues hidden around the town. It combines storytelling, exploration, and problem-solving in a fun outdoor walking experience.

The trail is a self-guided detective mystery walking Trail covering a 1.5-mile loop, taking around 1.5 hours at your own pace. Participants explore key locations including Arundel Cathedral, Arundel Castle, and the River Arun while solving clues. It includes a text message clue service if you get stuck, is ideal for ages 6–106, and entry into a £100 monthly draw upon completion.

The Treasure Trail costs £9.99, with one Trail booklet suitable for 4–5 people taking part together. The Trail can be downloaded instantly or sent by post, and it can also be used for birthday parties, following the standard Treasure Trails format.

Overall, the Arundel Detective Treasure Trail offers a fun and engaging way to explore Arundel. It encourages teamwork, outdoor activity, and learning about the town while solving a mystery. It’s ideal for families, friends, and visitors looking for an interactive and memorable day out.

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Paid
Host birthday parties: Yes

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Investigation Through Arundel - Something Fishy is Afoot!

Join Chief Inspector Evan Elpus and his team as you embark on an exciting self-guided investigation trail through the charming town of Arundel. As you explore the picturesque streets, you'll come across cleverly hidden clues that will help you piece together the puzzle and identify the gillty party and the weapon they used to carry out this fishy crime.
From the grand Cathedral to the imposing Castle and the tranquil River Arun, you'll uncover the town's secrets and experience its beauty while on this thrilling adventure. Something's fishy in Arundel... Do YOU have what it takes to solve the mystery and crack the case?

Facilities

Parking: The closest long stay pay and display car park to the Trail start point is Mill Road car park, opposite the Arundel Museum and Heritage Centre (BN18 9PA), which is your starting point.
Food & Drinks: The route passes several pubs and a few cafes along the way.
Toilets: There are public toilets available towards the beginning and end of the Trail.

What to see

A self-guided detective mystery walking Trail around Arundel.
Ideal for kids aged 6 – 106!
1.5-mile ‘loop’ Trail (takes 1.5 hours to complete at your own pace).
Text message service with clues if you get stuck.
Solve the mission 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

Price: Paid

Price Details

£9.99 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-arundel-sussex

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: Arundel Museum, Mill Road, Arundel, UK

Post Code: BN18 9PA

Council: Arun

County: West Sussex