Description
The Lyme Regis Treasure Trail is a self-guided treasure hunt adventure set in the historic seaside town of Lyme Regis. This interactive walking Trail lets families and friends explore the town while solving clues hidden along the route. It provides a fun way to discover the harbour, gardens and historic landmarks while following an exciting pirate-themed quest.
The story centres on the legend of pirate Spike Barnacle, who retired to Lyme Regis in 1718 after years of sailing the seas. Before disappearing mysteriously, he buried a hoard of gold and jewels on Chick Island and left behind a weathered treasure map filled with cryptic clues. As brave explorers, your mission is to follow Spike’s clues through Lyme Regis and uncover the location of his long-lost pirate treasure. Participants solve clues hidden on buildings, monuments and permanent features while exploring areas such as The Cobb, the harbour and surrounding gardens.
The Trail costs £9.99 GBP per Trail, with one booklet recommended for a group of 4 to 5 people. Treasure Trail birthday parties are also available, where small teams follow the route, crack clues and complete the adventure together, with adult supervision recommended for younger participants.
The Lyme Regis Treasure Trail is a creative way to explore the town while enjoying a fun outdoor challenge. It combines sightseeing, storytelling and puzzle-solving to create a memorable adventure for families, friends and visitors. Perfect for all ages, it turns a simple walk around Lyme Regis into an exciting pirate treasure hunt experience.
Features
- Paid
- Host birthday parties: Yes
Features
Spike Me Barnacles, There's Treasure to Uncover!
- In 1718, notorious pirate Spike Barnacle retired to Lyme Regis at the venerable age of 55, his pirate days behind him and a hoard of gold stashed away as his hard-earned pension.
- Ever the cautious sort, Spike buried his treasure on Chick Island, just off the Dorset coast, trusting no one - not even his loyal crew! To celebrate his retirement, the crew threw him a raucous party.
- But as the revelry faded, Spike vanished without a trace. All he left behind was a weathered map and a cryptic series of clues tucked inside his old pirate trunk. Generations passed, and his secret remained hidden… until now.
- One of Spike's distant descendants, a great-great-great (times six!) grandchild, has come forward with a request for help.
- They're calling on YOU, the bravest explorers, to dust off your compass, sharpen your wits, and decipher Spike's clues to uncover his legendary lost treasure. Shiver me timbers… adventure awaits!
Treasure Hunt Through Lyme Regis - The Cobb & Harbour
- Your self-guided treasure hunt quest will have you roaming through the heart of Lyme Regis as you track down the sneaky clues. Venture along The Cobb, famous for the opening scene of the film The French Lieutenants Woman, and unearth fascinating facts as you travel around the beautiful gardens and town mill.
- The pieces of eight are just waiting to be unearthed… In 1718, at the ripe old salty pirate age of 55, Spike Barnacle retired to his home port of Lyme Regis. He buried his pension fund - a hoard of gold and jewels - on Chick Island, just off the Dorset coast.
- Then, Spike mysteriously disappeared, leaving a treasure map tucked away in his old pirate trunk at home. Can YOU brush up on your pirate lingo and follow Spike's clues to track down the treasure trove?
34.61 miles
