Name: The Hexham Treasure Trail
Rating: 5.0

The Hexham Treasure Trail

The Hexham Treasure Trail starts at: Wentworth Place, Hexham, Northumberland, Northumbria, NE46 1XB, England

6-90 Years

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The Hexham Treasure Trail is a self-guided treasure hunt adventure set in the historic town of Hexham. It invites families and friends to explore the town while solving clues and uncovering hidden treasure. Perfect for small groups, it combines sightseeing, storytelling, and puzzle-solving in a fun outdoor experience.

The adventure follows the story of Halfdene the Dane, a Viking whose hidden treasure has recently been rediscovered through a mysterious map. Guided by clues, you’ll explore key locations including the bustling market area, scenic parks, and the historic Hexham Abbey. Along the way, you’ll solve clues hidden on buildings and landmarks, with a mobile text service for help, and all correct answers are entered into a monthly £100 prize draw.

The Trail costs £9.99 per booklet, with one booklet recommended for a group of 4–5 people. It is also suitable for birthday parties, where teams can explore, solve clues, and enjoy a fun group adventure together.

Overall, The Hexham Treasure Trail offers a unique and interactive way to discover the town while solving a Viking-themed mystery. Its mix of exploration, teamwork, and storytelling makes it ideal for families, friends, and visitors. It is an entertaining and affordable outdoor activity in Hexham.

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Paid
Host birthday parties: Yes

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The Lost Loot of Halfdene the Dane - Join the Hunt Now!

Embrace your inner adventurer and embark on a thrilling treasure hunt through the charming town of Hexham. Recent excavations near Hexham Abbey have uncovered a casket buried by the notorious Viking, Halfdene the Dane, in 875.
But what's more intriguing is the treasure map hidden within the casket's lining, revealing the locations of Halfdene's ill-gotten gains. As the Danish historian, Vi King, believes, the map will lead to the stash of treasure Halfdene accumulated from his past ventures.
But the map is incomplete, and the Exploration Society needs the help of top adventurers to follow the clues and uncover the lost loot. Are you ready to take on the challenge?

Discover the Secrets of Hexham

Get ready for a fun, family-friendly, and self-guided Treasure Hunt Trail through the charming town of Hexham. As you follow the Trail route, keep your eyes peeled for sneaky clues hidden on existing buildings, permanent features, and monuments.
The route will take you through the bustling Market Square, the scenic Hexham Park, and eventually to the Hexham Abbey. Get your family and friends together and join the hunt for Halfdene's lost loot. The Exploration Society is counting on you!

What to see

A Treasure Hunt themed walking Treasure Trail around Hexham
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 1.5 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
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

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/things-to-do/northumberland/hexham

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 Hexham Treasure Trail starts at: Wentworth Place, Hexham, Northumberland, Northumbria, NE46 1XB, England

Post Code: NE46 1XB

Council: Northumberland

County: Northumberland