Treasure Hunts & Scavenger Hunts in Northumberland

Pssst… Did you know we have over 1,200 Trails all over the UK? That’s a welcome abundance of days out to enjoy with the family! Get started on your Northumberland Trail today: click the markers on the map above, check out the sites listed in alphabetical order below the map, or find a specific place using the search bar. Keep reading for your first clue about what to expect…

Treasure Trails offer more than your regular self-guided walks; they are voyages of discovery! Whether you’re 6 or 106, you’ll love immersing yourselves in your very own spy mission, treasure hunt or detective mystery; follow the clues around your chosen route in search of the answers to help you crack the secret code at the end. With sneaky red herrings and hints to make you think, you will need to work together to beat the challenge and save the day! Which Trail will you pick first?

It’s easy to find things to do with the kids in Northumberland, and a Treasure Trail is the delicious icing on the cake! With 17 Trails to choose from, all over this vast county, the hardest part is deciding where to explore first! Will you head for a beautiful beach or breath-taking national park, or somewhere in-between?

It’ll take a team of TOP detectives (that’s you!) to crack a miserable case in Alnwick and some highly efficient super spies in Berwick-upon-Tweed to locate the secret code to keep the peace. Meanwhile, in Seahouses, a special trophy is missing and only the best treasure-seekers will be able to reel it back in! You and your gang have a fishy challenge ahead...

Northumberland has so many treats in store and even more hidden gems to unearth. Featuring some of the UK’s most glorious beaches and stunning scenery, you’re sure to fall in love with this incredible county. Have fun with your favourite crew and make memories to last a lifetime. What more do you need from a wholesome family day out?

You can find all the amazing Trails in Northumberland using the list below the map. To search for somewhere more specific to your location, scroll up to the top of the page for a map view, or enter the place you’d like to explore into the search bar.