Heart of the Hive, Manchester
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Highlights
- Many of Manchesters oldest and most historic buildings
- The seldom told stories of rebllious figures from the city's past
- Clues sent to your phones with help available, the perfect difficulty for all
- National Football Museum to the Printworks
Description
Embrace the spirit of Manchester, and its worker bee symbol, with this puzzle-filled tour celebrating the diverse and transgressive lives of its people throughout the centuries. A 16th century polymath who dabbled with the occult, one of the first war memorials to the common soldier, a library built in defiance of those who had written off the city as dirty and uncomfortable, an artist who shone light on the struggles of the industrial worker, this entertaining and interactive game champions the city's unsung heroes and shows you not just its highlights but its hidden secrets too.
Expect to see Chetham's Library, Manchester Cathedral, a homeless messiah, John Rylands Library, the world famous printworks and a church colloquially known as "the Hidden Gem". All this plus riddles, challenges, great pubs and cafes and plenty of surprises. An immersive exploration of the city centre, perfect for anyone looking to be inspired by Manchester's history of rejuvenation, rebellion and rebirth.
How It Works
Your team will receive clues on your phones that, once deciphered, will guide you to interesting and scenic parts of the city. At each of these you will solve riddles, discover facts and unlock your next clue.The route is walking distance and features optional breaks at great pubs, bars and cafes along the way. The clues require no prior knowledge and come with hints to make the experience something everyone can enjoy.
Plan your day
Timings
Start anytime, we recommend some daylight!
1-2 hours across 3.2 km / 2.0 miles
Start Location
National Football Museum
End Location
Printworks
Communication Methods
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Reviews
The great things you say about CityDays

James’ Angels
We had a great time as a group of four doing the route. All four of us have lived in London in different areas, but doi…

Pip & Kate
We had a great day out. Loved the puzzles and got to see parts of London i didn’t know existed!

Fire Breathing Rubber Duckies
We had such a fantastic time on the Race Across the World Experience. From the moment it began, we felt like we were o…

Hell Nah Bros
It was good, not too difficult. Great idea for a family day out!

The Kays
Amazing would 10/10 do it again amazing to do I loved it ! 😻

CHICKENS
A really good few hours - showed us parts of Nottingham we never knew existed!

The Times
Awesome day out - saw a side I had not seen in London

Paul McCartney
Done quite a few of these now- with work and also got my family involved now- such great fun!

JS United
Excellent activity! Great questions and a way to see part of the city we never knew existed!!! Thank you 🤩

LouMo
We had a great day out in Glasgow. Learning and having fun as we went. It was a great way to see the city especially as…

Wellers & Boyd
Good fun, informative and a good family day out. Shout out to staff at viaduct tavern who took the time to show us the …

The Daring Duo
Enjoyed the adventure - well thought out. There were times we circled round but then found the correct way.

Mayfair Girls
Great walk, clues and history lesson

Woody & Ange
Great day out, this is the first time we have done an escape room. Throughly enjoyed it. Thank you for a wonderful expe…

Dreamteam
Sehr gute längere Tour die die Umgebung um Bekannte Sehenswürdigkeiten erkundet

JT’s Team
Great fun

E.U.
We loved this experience! It was challenging without being too difficult. The only downside is that you have to pass th…

Hutch
Absolutely loved taking part 'Secrets of the Squares' - our second CityDays tour and we're about to book one in Bristol…

Sherlocked doors
Had a lot of fun with our city days adventure! always fun to learn new things and solve the clues.

Mr J & The Pepperoni
Had a wonderful time exploring Brighton and cracking clues as we went!
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