Elle Silver's Escape: Richmond Park, London
Elle's father, a cartographer at the British Museum has disappeared but has left messages for you to unravel as you explore the secrets of this beautiful part of London.
Some of the puzzles in this Questo are challenging and overall it's rated at intermediate difficulty.
Our other story in Richmond, 'The Princess and the Publican', may be an easier starting point if this is your first Questo. But if you have some puzzling experience and are up for the challenge, then please enjoy Elle's first adventure in the stunning locations of Richmond Park and Petersham Meadows.
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Places you will visit
13
It will take you
85-115 mins
You will walk
3420 steps
Total distance
2.6 km
Highlights
Start from the best view in London overlooking Petersham Meadows and the River Thames.
Walk along the Thames riverside, through the peaceful grazing land of the Meadow and Peterham Village.
Enjoy the natural beauty of Richmond Park and explore Pembroke Lodge and its gardens which hold some surprising secrets. Open from early morning to dusk.
Pembroke Lodge gardens close when it gets dark and dogs are not usually allowed within this part of the walk.
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 London
When you come down, the police are already filing into every room of your Richmond home. You recognise Bill, your dad’s friend and fellow professor at UCL. He’s looking more awkward than usual.
‘He’s done it this time, Elle’ he flusters, ‘You can’t just take maps from the British Museum. I know its been difficult since…’ he trails off as a police officer brushes past him carrying a computer out of the house.
Your eye is drawn to a postcard picture in the centre of the table that had not been there last night. It is a picture of your dad’s favourite view from Richmond Hill. You remember many happy walks starting there.
You turn the postcard over. It’s addressed to you, with just one additional word. ‘Framed’.
You need to work out what's going on and find your dad.
Choose your Richmond challenge
A harder puzzle trail through Richmond Park
Choose Elle Silver’s Escape if your group enjoys intermediate-to-challenging puzzles and a fictional cartographer mystery. First-time Questo players may prefer The Princess and the Publican, an easier historical route through Richmond town and riverside.
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
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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 |
