Gone With the Tide: A Brighton Mystery Quest
Gone With the Tide: A Brighton Mystery Quest
Learn fun stories about 18th-century outlaws, Queen Victoria's beach house, and the gift Banksy left the city. Go where other walks won't take you!
per player · one-time · yours forever
An evening of adventure for less than two coffees
Each player races on their own phone.
Full refund until you start playing · 11 stops · 2 hrs · 1.9 km
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Places you will visit
11
It will take you
115-145 mins
You will walk
2500 steps
Total distance
1.9 km
Highlights
Immerse yourself in a rich, suspenseful story with flashes of humour.
Walk through atmospheric, off-the-beaten-track parts of central Brighton.
Crack the clues to solve the mystery and find out if there'll be a happily ever after.
Meet actors, pacifists and martyrs and visit their stomping grounds.
Discover landmark pubs and other fun places.
Bring your crew
Race to the finish.
Everyone plays on their own phone — race solo, as a couple, or with a crew of any size. First to solve every clue takes the crown.
Adventure
Your pace, no timer
Escape
Beat the clock
Plays offline at your own pace — live group races need a connection.
Final leaderboard
The mission: Your story in Brighton
As you get deeper into the city, the plot twists and turns like the famous Lanes, and things only get weirder. Can you solve the mystery, find your boyfriend, and save your romance? Or will you end up alone, lost in the colourful streets of this quirky coastal city?
Good to know before you play
- This quest features interactive puzzles you’ll solve in the real world.
- Difficulty level: Medium 🟡🤔
- Varied terrain/elevation, may not be suitable for those with limited mobility
Tips & Recommendations
Wear Comfortable Shoes
You will be walking throughout the city, so comfortable footwear is essential for enjoying the experience.
Charge Your Phone
Make sure your smartphone is at least 60% charged. The quest runs through the Questo app, and you will be using it throughout.
Check the Weather
This is an outdoor activity. Bring an umbrella or sunscreen depending on the forecast.
Bring a Camera
You will discover photogenic locations and hidden gems perfect for capturing memories.
Stay Hydrated
Bring water, especially during warmer months or longer quests.
Play with Friends
While you can play solo, quests are more fun with friends or family. One ticket works for a group.
Ratings and Reviews
3 ratings
Yuri Missawa
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Compare Questo vs. Guided Walking Tours
Flexibility
Regular Guided Tours
Fixed schedules & no pausing
Questo
Start, pause, and resume anytime
Privacy
Regular Guided Tours
Crowds of up to 30 strangers
Questo
Private experience for your group only
Pricing
Regular Guided Tours
$30-$40 per person
Questo
Affordable per-group pricing
Availability
Regular Guided Tours
Requires advance booking
Questo
Instant access 24/7/365
Experience
Regular Guided Tours
Passive listening to a guide
Questo
Active gamification; you solve the mystery
| Feature | Regular Guided Tours | Questo |
|---|---|---|
| Flexibility | Fixed schedules & no pausing | Start, pause, and resume anytime |
| Privacy | Crowds of up to 30 strangers | Private experience for your group only |
| Pricing | $30-$40 per person | Affordable per-group pricing |
| Availability | Requires advance booking | Instant access 24/7/365 |
| Experience | Passive listening to a guide | Active gamification; you solve the mystery |
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