Solihull Treasure Hunt Trail

Solihull Connect at The Core, Solihull, West Midlands B91 3RG, England, UK
6-90 Years
Paid

Description

Solihull Treasure Hunt Trail is a self-guided walking adventure that turns Solihull town centre into a fun mystery-solving experience. Based on a fictional historical story, it invites explorers to uncover the missing bowls of King Henry VIII while discovering the town. The Trail is suitable for ages 6–106 and can be completed in your own time at your own pace.

The themed Trail, “Solihull – The Missing Bowls of King Henry VIII”, takes you through Solihull town centre and Malvern Park. It is a 1.5-mile circular walking Trail that takes around 1 hour 45 minutes, with clues hidden on historic buildings, permanent features, and monuments. Features include a mobile phone text service for help, entry into a £100 monthly prize draw, and the option to download instantly or receive a printed Trail by post.

The Treasure Trail costs £9.99, with one Trail booklet suitable for 4–5 people. The same Trail can be used for birthday parties, working best in small teams of 4–5 people, with adult support recommended for younger children.

Solihull Treasure Hunt Trail offers a relaxed and engaging way to explore the town. It combines walking, problem-solving, and local history in a fun outdoor setting. Ideal for families, visitors, and small groups, it turns a simple walk around Solihull into a memorable adventure.

Features

  • Paid
  • Host birthday parties: Yes

Features

Solihull - The Missing Bowls of King Henry VIII

  • For centuries, Solihull has been home to the oldest bowling green in England. Many great matches have been played here, but none more infamous than when the volatile King Henry VIII lost to a local lord.
  • In a fit of temper, he ordered his servants to bury his bowls, claiming they were cursed. Now, it's up to YOU, our bravest and boldest adventurers, to find the missing bowls and restore peace to Solihull!

Trail of Clues Through Solihull

  • Legend has it that a trail of clues has been left behind, leading to the hiding place of the King's bowls. But beware, many daring explorers have attempted to follow it before, only to return empty-handed with tales of misfortune and booby traps.
  • But fear not, dear adventurers, for we at Explorer HQ have conducted thorough research and will be with you every step of the way! As you journey through Solihull, you'll uncover sneaky clues hidden in historic buildings, permanent features, and intriguing monuments.
  • From the bustling Solihull town centre to the peaceful Malvern Park, each location holds a piece of the puzzle that will lead you to the hidden bowls. Will YOU be the one to solve the mystery and find the missing bowls of King Henry VIII?

What to see

  • A Treasure Hunt themed walking Treasure Trail around Solihull
  • 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 1.75 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!

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.

Contact the venue for timing information. 

Address: Solihull Connect at The Core, Solihull, West Midlands B91 3RG, England, UK

Post Code: B91 3AL

Council: Solihull

County: West Midlands

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