Quirks and Snickets, York
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Highlights
- A puzzle-filled game that reveals the secrets York has hiding on every corner
- Solve clues that lead you on a winding journey through the historic streets
- Explore Roman ruins, Medieval streets and much more
- Pub/cafe/bar recommendations along the way
- Clues sent to your phones, with help available, the perfect difficulty for all
- A cross between an outdoor escape room, a treasure/scavenger hunt and a walking tour
- Circular route around Stonegate
Description
A puzzle-filled exploration of the many quirks and historical treats York has hiding on every corner. Race from the bustling St Helen's Square through the snickelways of the city, solving clues as a team to unravel your course. At the same time discover surprising facts about its past. Which Viking warrior inspired a famous nursery rhyme? How many Roman emperor's met their end in York? What comically named street is reputed to be one of the shortest in England? The answers to these and more await in Quirks and Snickets!
Along the way expect to find: Roman ruins, a historic city gate, the Medieval Barley Hall, an elegant 18th century townhouse and the world famous Shambles. All this plus puzzles, great cafes and pubs, and plenty of surprises. An ideal trail for locals, visitors and anyone looking to uncover the secrets lurking in York's iconic streets.
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.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 at anytime (between 10am and 4.00pm recommended)
2 - 3 hours across 4.0 km / 2.5 miles
Start Location
St Helen’s Church, Stonegate, York
End Location
Stonegate, York
Communication Methods
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Reviews
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Poynton The Wrong Way
Had an amazing adventure and missed out on first place by 14 seconds, if only my fat fingers didn’t mistype an answer
Champagne Champions
It was such a terrific day! We had done the London one a few months before and found the Manchester race to be really u…
Kina
Great day out!!!
Team Private LRJH
Great team day out. Lots of fun!
Diana & Nath
Absolutely loved it, it was better than I imagined. So much fun and a great way to see the city. The icing on the cake …
The Toomey Two
Fantastic experience, thoroughly enjoyed it and allowed us to see Manchester through new eyes whilst having fun at the …
The Perimenopause Pioneers
We had such a fun day , racing across Manchester , girls vs boys . We were engaged from the moment it started till the …
JVenture
Absolutely fabulous experience! We really enjoyed the whole day. Would highly recommend!
Team Nova
Such A great adventure. Saw places I never knew existed and loved the challenges. Brought us all together!
Ride or Die
Had the best day , got a lot of steps in but was so fun!!
DonCon25
Myself and my 12yr old son had a really fun day out together. Really enjoyed it.
Wandering Idiots
We had a lovely time. What a great way to see the city.
Randles Racers
Great family activity! Just the right level for us with a 12 and 15 year old. Loved the stops and facts along the way…
They see me rollin
Great fun!
Shabu Shabu
Fantastic day out!!
Rock and Rollin' Stones
The experience itself was very fun and we got to see interesting parts of London. It was accessible for all in our grou…
SUNSET CHASERS
Excellent day out. Very cleverly put together. What a great fun thing to do.
Rugby Rebels
A great day out and excellent way of seeing parts of the city. Some great pubs along the way which was good
The Thoroughlynogoods!
So much fun doing this, I work in the City but went to places I had no idea were there and loved solving all the puzzles
Dragon & Unicorn
We loved the experience overall. Our improvements to leg 3 would have been other opportunities for work and maybe a hum…
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