Treasure Hunt Birmingham - Tow Paths and Trades - 1½ - 2½ hours

Schedule

Fri, 24 Apr, 2020 at 08:00 am to Thu, 11 Dec, 2025 at 03:00 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

Birmingham School of Art | Birmingham, EN

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Solve satisfying clues and follow beautiful maps sent to your phones. Spot things other people take for granted!
About this Event

A different way to explore Birmingham

You’re looking for a fun way to see the sights as well as the lesser known spots.

You love exploring and learning about the place, but big tour groups aren’t your thing.


Introducing... Treasure Hunt Birmingham

Have fun seeing Birmingham in a totally different way

Solve satisfying clues and follow beautiful maps sent to your phones.

Spot things other people take for granted!

You’ll learn interesting facts and stories.


Treasure Hunt Birmingham will take you on a beautiful tour, and send you to fab places, all at your own pace.

Because it’s all on your phones, it’s super flexible and there’s nothing to print.


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You'll have a laugh solving the clues and following the maps.

Along the way you’ll learn a few interesting facts and stories to keep you entertained.

Something in a shop window catch your eye? No problem. Take it at your own pace.

By the end of it all, you’ll have a great overview of Birmingham and what you’d like to explore next.

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It works like WhatsApp, so it’s easy to use

You don’t need to download or print anything and it doesn’t need any permissions.


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Plus, you get to start when you want.


1. Follow maps

Bess sends you a series of treasure maps, leading you around the city.


“The clues and maps are a lot of fun. This is a great way to see the city!”
2. Search for answers

Bess sends you a series of clues and you have to search the city for answers.


“Good banter from Captain Bess who sends you the clues!”
3. Learn some facts

Along the way, Bess will tell you a few interesting facts and stories about the things you’re spotting!”


“We learnt new things and actually appreciated the beautiful scenery as we went around the city.”
4. Play together

Captain Bess will invite you and your friends to join the hunt!


“We had such a laugh and a great day out!”
You’ll see the very best of Birmingham


Birmingham Town Hall - a beautiful Grade 1 listed venue in the heart of the city centre

The Library of Birmingham - this iconic public library was designed by architect Francine Houben. It resembles a gigantic stack of boxes, wrapped in a mesh of metal loops.


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Centenary Square - a public square recently revamped that hosts festivals and activities in the city centre

Birmingham Canal Old Line - a historic and beautiful stretch of canal transports you back in time


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The Argent Centre - a grant Grade 2 listed Victorian warehouse the multicoloured brickwork decorates a design reminiscent of renaissance Florence!


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The Jewellery Quarter - on the edge of Birmingham's city centre lies this area steeped in incredible history home to more than 100 retailers, diamond dealers, and workshops

St Paul's Church - situated in a peaceful Gerogian square lies the iconic St Paul's Church


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The Business District - this bustling modern district is home to high profile professional services, bars, cafes and restaurants galore, not to mention St Philip's Cathedral


Ready for a different way to discover Birmingham?
  • Just £9.99 per person
  • Lasts around 1½–2½ hours, excluding breaks
  • There's a toilet & drink stop about half-way around


What if the weather’s bad?

If it's patchy rain, you can stop somewhere on the route: the game’s flexible.

If it's really bad on one day, you can either switch which day you play, or even start one day and finish the next.

If it's a total wash-out and you can't get round, we’ll give your money back, even if you've started the game.


Will it be too difficult?

Don’t worry, if you get stuck you can ask for a hint and Bess will get you on your way!

We make sure no-one ever gets completely stuck.


Is it too physical?

It’s 2½ miles walking but you can take as many breaks as you like.


Fun or your money back!

We’re so confident you’ll have fun, we promise to give your money back if you don’t!

All we ask is for a quick phone call to understand why.


Have questions? Get in touch.
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Birmingham School of Art, 3 Margaret Street, Birmingham, United Kingdom

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