The Chippenham - Turnpike Treasure Trail

The Chippenham - Turnpike Treasure Trail starts at: Bath Road Car Park, Chippenham, Wiltshire, Wiltshire, SN15 2SA England
6-90 Years
Paid

Description

The Chippenham - Turnpike Treasure Trail is a self-guided treasure hunt that takes you through the historic town of Chippenham. It combines storytelling, exploration, and puzzle-solving to create a fun and interactive outdoor adventure. Suitable for ages 6 to 106, it offers an engaging way to discover the town with family or friends.

The trail follows a 1.84-mile circular route through Chippenham, including the River Avon, Western Arches, parkland, and historic High Street. Participants solve clues to uncover hidden treasure linked to the Great Bath Road while exploring landmarks, buildings, and local history. The experience includes a mobile text clue service, flexible pacing, and entry into a £100 monthly prize draw upon solving the mystery.

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 recommended for younger participants.

Overall, it offers a fun and adventurous way to explore Chippenham while solving a mystery. The combination of walking, puzzles, and storytelling makes it enjoyable for all age groups. With its flexible format and engaging theme, it is a great choice for a memorable day out.

Features

  • Paid
  • Host birthday parties: Yes

Features

The Mysterious Treasure of The Great Bath Road

  • When the beloved resident, Heidi Yergold, passed away, her family was shocked to discover a long-kept secret. Among her possessions was a weathered map, signed by her ancestor Robbie Yergold, one of the infamous 'Naked Highwaymen of The Great Bath Road'!
  • Convinced that this map holds the key to recovering stolen treasures from centuries ago, Heidi's solicitors have enlisted the help of the Exploration Society.
  • But they need YOU - our top treasure seekers - to follow the route around Chippenham, crack the curious clues, and unearth the hidden hoard. Are you ready for an adventure like no other?

The Naked Highwaymen of The Great Bath Road

  • Embark on an exciting self-guided walking adventure through Chippenham, filled with mystery and intrigue. This family-friendly Treasure Trail will take you on a quest to solve the sneaky clues hidden on existing buildings, permanent features, and monuments.
  • As you follow the route, you'll get a taste of the town's history and why it was once known as 'Little Bath'. From its Saxon beginnings, Chippenham has grown into a charming town, nestled in a loop of the River Avon.
  • Your journey will begin near the river, where you'll continue to the famous Western Arches designed by Brunel for the Great Western Railway. Stroll through picturesque parkland alongside the river before heading back towards the centre of town.
  • On the High Street, you'll find a variety of buildings made of beautiful Cotswold stone, giving you a taste of the town's rich heritage.
  • Join the Exploration Society and become a top treasure seeker on The Naked Highwaymen of The Great Bath Road Trail. Are you ready to uncover the ill-gotten gains of the Great Bath Road Rogues and return them to their rightful owners?

What to see

  • A Treasure Hunt themed walking Treasure Trail around Chippenham
  • 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 1.84 miles long and takes 1.5 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!

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/wiltshire/chippenham

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 Chippenham - Turnpike Treasure Trail starts at: Bath Road Car Park, Chippenham, Wiltshire, Wiltshire, SN15 2SA England

Post Code: SN15 2SA

Council: Wiltshire

County: Wiltshire

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