This immersive experience challenges you to navigate city streets using environmental clues to unlock ancient secrets.
It is a rare chance to transform a standard walk into a legendary quest, proving that wit is your greatest weapon.
Places you will visit
12
It will take you
55-85 mins
You will walk
2100 steps
Total distance
1.6 km
Made by Clue Hunter
Clue Hunter created this quest · the route, the puzzles and the story are theirs.
What you'll actually do
Download the Questo app and unlock the quest. Walk to Location Coventry Boy whenever you like · no guide, no group, no time slot.
Solve 12 puzzles hidden in the streets around you. Each one you crack unlocks the next location.
Finish at Location Methodist Central Hall and see where you land on the Coventry leaderboard.
Highlights
Master the "Peeping Tom" meter by navigating the city’s shadows and ensuring your path remains unobserved by prying eyes.
Solve riddles based on classic "Horse Truths" hidden within the city's architecture and historical plaques.
Enjoy a whimsical storytelling style that transforms every landmark into a vibrant chapter of a living book.
The mission: Your story in Coventry
As her trusted Page, you must scout the silent streets ahead of her horse to uncover seven ancient "Horse Truths" hidden at iconic landmarks.
Your mission is to secure these riddles and protect her dignity from the prying eyes of the infamous Peeping Tom.
ABOUT THIS EXPERIENCE
What to expect from A Veil of Golden Hair - The Ride of Coventry
Step into a living history book where urban exploration meets tactical puzzle-solving. This immersive experience challenges you to navigate city streets using environmental clues to unlock ancient secrets. It is a rare chance to transform a standard walk into a legendary quest, proving that wit is your greatest weapon. It’s a unique opportunity to see Coventry’s history through a lens of political protest and surrealist humor, making you the hero of the city’s most famous legend.
Master the "Peeping Tom" meter by navigating the city’s shadows and ensuring your path remains unobserved by prying eyes. Solve riddles based on classic "Horse Truths" hidden within the city's architecture and historical plaques. Enjoy a whimsical storytelling style that transforms every landmark into a vibrant chapter of a living book.
Start: Location Coventry Boy. Finish: Location Methodist Central Hall. 12 challenges included.
Good to know before you play
- Step Into the Story
- Difficulty level: Medium 🟡🤔
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.
Beat the best: Top Coventry explorers
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