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Posted on October 1, 2023

Look at York differently this Autumn 🍂

A hand holding a phone playing Treasure Hunt York with a tree with orange leaves behind.

Autumn is a special time to enjoy York: the scenery looks spectacular, the trees are turning yellow and orange and the crisp blue days are perfect for exploring. Plus, without the summer tourists there’s a little more space to enjoy the city!

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Posted on September 1, 2023

Start a New Adventure with Treasure Hunt York

Students sat on steps outside university getting ready to play Treasure Hunt York

Just landed for your first term in York? Back after a long summer elsewhere? Treasure Hunt York is a great way to get to know your new home town. Ideal for Freshers, we’ll take you to all the coolest spots in just an afternoon.

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Posted on August 1, 2023

We’re ALL goin' on a Summer Holiday

A group of friends playing treasure hunt

The UK is BURSTING with amazing places, people and things to do. Having a Great British adventure this summer? With Treasure Hunt York you’ll see some of the best bits, and hidden gems that York has to offer. Whether you’re travelling for miles or minutes, grab your shipmates and keep reading!

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Posted on July 20, 2023

Get the kids outdoors this Summer

A father and son out on a treasure hunt and a family taking a selfie

Photo: The Bath & Wiltshire Parent/Ellen Couzens

School’s out! (Didn’t they only just go back?!) Instead of looking ahead to days of screen time battles, you could try an interactive treasure hunt around York. Let the kids take the lead and have an adventure together!

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Posted on May 30, 2023

Mix it up with Treasure Hunt York this Father's day

A pirate map leading to grog for father’s day!

With Father’s day coming up, it can be hard to think of something original to get for your dad. Is it going to be another gift pack of beers with a cheesy card from Tesco? You can do better!

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Posted on April 26, 2023

Ready for a Bank Holiday Challenge?

Three intrepid explorers embarking on Treasure Hunt York

Get out and explore this May with Treasure Hunt York. With a bonus bank holiday in 2023 👑 and games all over the UK, how many Treasure Hunts can your crew beat?

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Posted on April 19, 2023

Netflix hit show The Crown is filming in York Minster

Large lighting rigs outside York Minster

Photo by Haydn Lewis / The York Press

This may mean that Dean’s Park is inaccessible, which would make one clue impossible to answer.

The rest of the game is accessible and working.

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Posted on March 28, 2023

Get hunting for treasure all around York this Easter!

Friends enjoying a drink together while playing Treasure Hunt York

Do something fun with your four day weekend this Easter. Treasure Hunt York will take you on an adventure around the hidden gems of York (including some great pubs if you’ve not got kids! 🍻)

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Posted on February 24, 2023

Treat Mum with Treasure Hunt York this Mother’s day

A family playing Treasure Hunt York together on Mother’s day

It’s that time of year again, looking for the perfect way to show your mum how great she is. Give her the perfect gift this year- an afternoon with you! Put the chocolates back on the shelf and add a Treasure Hunt York game to your basket!

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Posted on February 1, 2023

Celebrate Love & Friendship with Treasure Hunt York

Two friends enjoing a coffee on a break playing Treasure Hunt York

Looking for the perfect way to celebrate friendship? Let Captain Bess take your crew on an unforgettable adventure!

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“We thought the clues were pitched at the correct level, not too easy and made you look very closely at your surroundings, without being impossible to solve.
We had a fun day exploring York with a few pit stops for refreshement between clues.”

—Grendel46, Tripadvisor

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