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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BrownForce5
So much fun, and really smart how it works. It took us a few hours and we walked a lot! We got to some some beautiful p…

Michelle’s Diamond Trio
We had a great day doing the Race Across the World Experience in London. It was very well set up with all the clues bei…

Pássaros
Amazing day out Highly recommend it!

Bebecos Family
The journey had places I've never visited before. Having been in London for 20 years this part of the city is not well …

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Absolutely fantastic day! We loved every minute! Highly recommend

Ladies Who Lunch
SO MUCH FUN!

Mind the girls
Brilliant day! We had so much fun in sunny London!

The England Team
We had a great afternoon - the sun shone, the clues and venues were great, and we saw parts of the city we’d never come…

Team DC
Speedy site seeing. Fun puzzles and cool stops along the way.

Team Persona
Excellent trail round unknown parts of London

Hobnobs
Fabulous day but beware that predictive text can end up with time penalties

Gateway Girls
Great way to spend a couple of hours and see parts of the city you otherwise wouldn’t!

Cornish Beach babes
Brilliant day and so many places in London we hadn't seen before

STREAM
It was a great experience; we loved the facts that came to the clues. The end of length locations were great!

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18,000 steps, giggles with my besties, and discounted wine and food -100% the best day out and will do again! It really…

DT
The clues were quite hard, but not impossible!We really enjoyed the exploration game!We’ll definitely try another trail!

Run Mummy Run
Had a great time

Freman Dream Team
Had such a lovely day out with Race Across the World Experience. We went about London looking for clues at a leisurely,…

Boston Bitches
Such a fun time, we got to see such a different perspective of the city. 10/10 would recommend

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