Name: The Uppermill Treasure Trail
Rating: 5.0

The Uppermill Treasure Trail

The Uppermill Treasure Trail starts at: High Street, Uppermill, Oldham, Greater Manchester OL3 6HX

6-90 Years

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Description

The Uppermill Treasure Trail is a fun, self-guided spy mission set in the charming village of Uppermill in Greater Manchester. Perfect for families, friends and budding secret agents aged 6 to 106, this interactive trail combines sightseeing with puzzle-solving challenges. It’s a great way to explore the village while taking part in an exciting mission.

This 1.7-mile circular trail takes around 2 hours to complete at your own pace. Starting near Uppermill Museum, the route leads you along scenic canal and riverside paths before exploring the village streets and finishing in the riverside park. Along the way, you’ll solve clues hidden on buildings and landmarks to stop the evil Professor Killjoy from ruining the Saddleworth Whit Friday Band Contest by cracking the secret deactivation code. A text message hint service is available if you need help.

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 teams explore the route, solve clues and complete the adventure together, with adult supervision recommended for younger participants.

Whether you’re planning a family day out, exploring somewhere new or organising a fun group activity, The Uppermill Treasure Trail offers a unique outdoor experience. With teamwork, mystery and scenic surroundings, it’s an enjoyable way to discover Uppermill in a whole new way.

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Host birthday parties: Yes

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Brassed Off! - Stop the Evil Professor from Ruining Uppermill's Big Event

The annual Saddleworth Whit Friday Band Contests are just around the corner, but this year, there's an added challenge - the evil Professor Killjoy has created a machine that turns all musical sounds into high-pitched squeals.
This weapon of brass destruction threatens to ruin the event, but there may be a way to stop it. With clues scattered around Uppermill like notes on a score, it's up to you to discover the secret de-activation code and save the day.

Spy Mission Through Uppermill

Get ready for a fun and immersive adventure for the whole family with this self-guided spy mission themed Treasure Trail through Uppermill. As you follow the trail, you'll solve sneaky clues set on existing buildings, permanent features, and monuments, just like a true secret agent.
The trail starts at the Uppermill Museum and takes you along scenic canal and riverside paths before exploring the village streets and finishing in the riverside park in the village centre. Head to Uppermill and put your spy skills to the test - can you stop the evil Professor and save the big event?

What to see

A Spy Mission themed walking Treasure Trail around Uppermill
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 1.7 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: 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/greater-manchester/uppermill

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 Uppermill Treasure Trail starts at: High Street, Uppermill, Oldham, Greater Manchester OL3 6HX

Post Code: OL3 6HX

Council: Oldham

County: Greater Manchester