Must-Visit Trails in Cambridgeshire for Families to Explore

Cambridgeshire is the ideal place for outdoor adventures, with no shortage of things to do including visiting historic museums, taking scenic walks by the river, and browsing the markets. But for those who want to do something more exciting and different with their family, taking part in a self-guided trail is the ideal option, offering the chance to turn an ordinary walk into a full-on adventure the children will enjoy. 

At Treasure Trails, we provide a wide range of top-selling trails in Cambridgeshire to enjoy with the whole family, bringing hours of outdoor fun as you explore new areas as a treasure hunter, spy, or detective. In this post, we share some of our must-visit trails in Cambridgeshire for families who enjoy exploring, learn more about the range of trails and choose your next adventure. 

Trails in Cambridgeshire for Adventure Seekers 

At Treasure Trails, we bring families in Cambridgeshire a range of exciting, action-packed trails. We have 18 trails to choose from in Cambridgeshire, covering areas including Cambridge, Haddenham, Grantchester, Ely, Huntingdon, Houghton & Wyton, and more. All trails are self-guided, allowing you to follow them at your own pace. 

Download trails instantly and access them straight away for instant fun, or for those who prefer a physical copy, order online and we’ll send it in the post. We offer a range of story-driven trails to try, including treasure hunts, spy missions, and detective mysteries - ensuring there’s an adventure for every treasure hunter, secret agent, and junior detective. Below, we explain more about different trails we offer, along with some of the exciting options to choose from in Cambridgeshire. 

Treasure Hunts

For curious explorers who enjoy hunting for hidden secrets and cracking clues, treasure hunt trails in Cambridgeshire offer a thrilling treasure-hunting adventure. Each treasure hunt trail follows an exciting storyline, with a different mission or goal to complete, whether you are uncovering lost artefacts, solving ancient riddles, or chasing down legendary treasure. 

Start your hunt with the Cambridge Old City & Centre Treasure Hunt Trail; outsmart Robin Spree the robber and unearth the stolen diamonds hidden around central Cambridge. Or maybe try the March Town & Historic Sites Treasure Hunt Trail, where you are following the clues to uncover Billy Barker’s golden fortunes across the historic town of March.  

Spy Missions

Or if your children fancy themselves as the next top spy in Cambridgeshire, then our spy mission trails are a must-try, with each trail following a thrilling top-secret storyline. These adventures are ideal for the secret agent in the family, designed for daring explorers who enjoy undercover operations, sneaky challenges, and fast-paced, puzzle-filled fun. 

Kick-start your covert adventure with the Ely Cathedral, Parks & Town Spy Mission Trail, where you’ll be tasked with cracking a vital mission to save the residents of Ely and foil an evil plan. Or take on the Grantchester Nobel Winners’ Village Spy Mission Trail, where young agents must stop a clock-stopping plot and save the day before it’s too late. 

Detective Mysteries 

For junior detectives who want to solve mysteries and put their crime-solving skills to the test, our exciting detective mystery trails in Cambridgeshire deliver a hands-on mystery experience packed with clues. Step into the role of detective and follow the trail through Cambridgeshire’s towns and villages, eliminating suspects and cracking the case before time runs out. 

To put those detective skills into action, the Cambridge Fitzwilliam & Riverside Detective Mystery Trail offers a thrilling case to track, where you'll follow the trail of evidence left by the robot-mad Professor and uncover the truth. Or take on the Peterborough City Centre & Rivers Detective Mystery Trail to investigate the mysterious disappearance of Rick the Brick and discover what really happened. 

Our trails in Cambridgeshire are all between 1.5 and 2 miles long, self-guided, and can be completed entirely at your own pace. Most of our trails take around two hours to finish with many circular loops, and you’ll end up back where you started. If ever you feel stuck along the way, we provide handy text clues straight to your phone.  

Everyone is welcome on our trails, from ages 6 to 106. Whether you’re bringing the children along for a family adventure, or heading out for some grown-up exploring, the trails are designed to be enjoyed by everyone. Whichever way you choose to follow; on your phone or with a printed version - you’ll experience plenty of fun, excitement, and adventure from start to finish. 

Ready to Get Started With a Fun-Filled Cambridgeshire Trail? 

To get started with a fun-filled adventure on a Cambridgeshire trail, head over to our website and explore our full range of trails we have in the area! Alongside the trails we have mentioned, there are more to discover, such as the Cambridge University Town & Green Treasure Hunt, Kimbolton Royal Estate & Town Spy Mission, or St Ives Town & River Ouse Detective Mystery. 

Suitable for all ages, the whole family can enjoy solving clever clues, following exciting routes, and navigating the sights and delights of Cambridgeshire with our self-guided trails. Browse our full range of Cambridgeshire trails, and download one online and begin your next adventure. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact our team and we’ll be on hand to help.