Name: The Old St. Albans Treasure Trail
Rating: 5.0

The Old St. Albans Treasure Trail

The Old St. Albans Treasure Trail starts at: Saint Michael's Street, St. Albans, Hertfordshire, Hertfordshire AL3 4SW

6-90 Years

Paid

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The Old St. Albans Treasure Trail is a self-guided treasure hunt experience that takes you through the historic city of St Albans. It combines sightseeing with puzzle-solving, creating a fun and interactive outdoor adventure. Suitable for ages 6 to 106, it offers a unique way to explore the city with family or friends.

The trail follows a 1.85-mile loop through the Old City and park, passing landmarks like St Albans Cathedral, historic streets, and the Roman wall. Participants solve clues and puzzles to track down the stolen treasure of Shuvlyn Pick, with support via a text message clue service if needed. The experience includes exploring local cafes, pubs, park areas, and learning about the city’s history while completing the quest.

The Trail costs £9.99 GBP per Trail, with one booklet recommended for a group of 4 to 5 people. Birthday party options are available where teams explore, solve clues, and complete the adventure together with adult supervision.

Overall, it offers a fun and engaging way to discover St Albans while solving a mystery. The mix of walking, problem-solving, and sightseeing makes it enjoyable for both kids and adults. With its flexible timing and interactive format, it is a great choice for a memorable and adventurous day out.

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Paid
Host birthday parties: Yes

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Shuvlyn Pick's Treasure Hunt: Can You Outsmart the Rogue Restorer?

The Verulamium Museum in St Albans has been left in a state of shock after its Roman treasure hoard was stolen by the notorious archaeologist and puzzle-solver, Shuvlyn Pick.
With the precious relics now missing and Shuvlyn in hiding on the island of Albion, he has challenged all clever explorers to outsmart him and restore the stolen pieces to their rightful home.

Treasure Hunt Through St Albans - Old City & Park

Embark on an unforgettable self-guided treasure hunt through the historic and scenic town of St Albans. Starting at the Roman Museum, your adventure will take you through the winding streets and alleys of the Old City, past the iconic St Albans Cathedral, and to the oldest pub in the UK.
Keep your eyes peeled for the historic wall, built between 265 and 270 AD, and be prepared to use your wits as you explore… Word has it that Shuvlyn Pick has left a trail of clues and a map to his possible hiding places on the island.
Are you up for the challenge? Can you solve the puzzles, catch the rogue restorer, and retrieve the stolen treasure? Attention all explorers… X marks the spot! Can YOU find the treasure and outsmart Shuvlyn Pick?

Facilities

Parking: The closest long stay pay and display car park to the Trail start point is at the Verulamium Museum (AL3 4SW), just off on St Michael's Street, where your adventure begins.
Food & Drinks: There are plenty of chances to stop at cafes and pubs in the first half of the route, as well as a park area for a picnic.
Toilets: There are public toilets available at the beginning and end of the quest, as well as in two places along the route.

What to see

A self-guided treasure hunt walking Trail around St Albans.
Ideal for kids aged 6 - 106!
1.85-mile 'loop' Trail (takes 2+ hours to complete at your own pace).
Text message service with clues if you get stuck.
Solve the quest 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: 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-st-albans-herts

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 Old St. Albans Treasure Trail starts at: Saint Michael's Street, St. Albans, Hertfordshire, Hertfordshire AL3 4SW

Post Code: MK42 0BQ

Council: Bedford

County: Bedfordshire