Follow clues and solve puzzles to uncover the founding stories that created a revolutionary new way of living and working, along with an unsolved mystery that still confounds the city. On a train route half-way between London and Cambridge, this beautiful city holds a fascinating quest that will open your eyes to a different piece of UK history.
How many are playing?
Unlock · £20.99Live in Letchworth? The Annual Pass is how locals play · £59.99/yr. See the Annual Pass →
Places you will visit
11
It will take you
76-106 mins
You will walk
3290 steps
Total distance
2.5 km
Made by Sarah Robb
Sarah Robb created this quest · the route, the puzzles and the story are theirs.
Meet the makerWhat you'll actually do
Download the Questo app and unlock the quest. Walk to Letchworth station whenever you like · no guide, no group, no time slot.
Solve 11 puzzles hidden in the streets around you. Each one you crack unlocks the next location.
Finish at Statue from The white house garden and see where you land on the Letchworth leaderboard.
Highlights
Find out the fascinating founding stories of the world’s first Garden City.
Discover the story of the UK’s most unusual pub.
Enjoy a tree-lined city walk where black squirrels may join you on the route.
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 Letchworth
EXPLORE LETCHWORTH ON FOOT
A self-guided way to connect Letchworth landmarks through play
Letchworth Garden City is a Letchworth self-guided story walk for locals looking for a different outdoor activity. Its story centers on Garden City.
Letchworth station is the starting point and Statue from The white house garden is the finish for this 2.5 km city route, which includes 11 challenges. Practical fit: 2.5 km route; Typical duration: 92 minutes; 11 location-based challenges; Playable in English.
The trade-off is active, self-guided play instead of a guide-led group. Pick a conventional tour when detailed spoken commentary is the priority. Playable languages: English.
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
Quests are more fun with friends or family. Each player who wants to play on their own phone needs their own access.
Ratings and Reviews
74 ratings
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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
Transparent pricing shown before checkout
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 | Transparent pricing shown before checkout |
| Availability | Requires advance booking | Instant access 24/7/365 |
| Experience | Passive listening to a guide | Active gamification; you solve the mystery |
