The Princess and the Publican: Richmond-upon-Thames
4.7832 Reviews64 people have played this questSet against the breathtaking backdrop of Richmond-upon-Thames, famous for its idyllic riversides, Richmond Hill landscapes, and the enchanting Richmond Park, participants are taken on an historical adventure.
In a time when access to the natural beauty of Richmond Park is a privilege not granted to the common folk, players champion Lewis’s valiant effort to reclaim this cherished access.
Throughout the game, players navigate historic paths, solve engaging puzzles, and immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of tales that have shaped this extraordinary town and its iconic landscapes, making for an unforgettable journey through history and natural beauty.
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Places you will visit
11
It will take you
52-82 mins
You will walk
3420 steps
Total distance
2.6 km
What you'll actually do
Download the Questo app and unlock the quest. Walk to Richmond Theatre 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 Richmond Hill viewing point and see where you land on the London leaderboard.
Highlights
Explore Richmond-upon-Thames's historic cobbled streets and lanes
Learn about the town's rich Royal history and walk through the old Richmond Palace.
Visit locations from the Ted Lasso TV show
Enjoy a beautiful walk along the Richmond Riverside and finish overlooking the best view in London.
Ratings and Reviews
32 ratings
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Made by Wollock Games
Wollock Games created this quest · the route, the puzzles and the story are theirs.
The mission: Your story in London
Today we take access to the Park for granted but that was not always the case.
In this game, you are John Lewis, local publican, and the year is 1755. Richmond Park has closed its gates to commoners. You will lead Lewis's quest to regain access to the Park.
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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–$60 (€23–€50) per person
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Availability
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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–$60 (€23–€50) 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 |
Joined by 1,000,000+ explorers worldwide
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Local history context
The real fight for public access to Richmond Park
The quest is inspired by publican John Lewis and the historic struggle over access to Richmond Park. It turns that local history into an interactive 1755 story across Richmond’s town, riverside and hill views. Playable languages: English.
