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Newcastle Scavenger Hunt

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Play at your pace · usually 42 min 1.2 km Newcastle upon Tyne App-guided
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English

The experience

About this quest

 A quick, fun and challenging scavenger hunt around Newcastle, "Where the mountains of Mourne sweep down to the sea". 

A short looping route around the "top end of the town", during which you will visiting some public artworks, historic old buildings and stunning viewpoints that offer some great selfie opportunities.

Is this for you?

Who it's for

Families with children, day-trippers from Belfast and holidaymakers in Newcastle, County Down will enjoy this short, free scavenger hunt around the top end of town under the Mournes. In a little over an hour you loop 1.2 km past public artworks such as Silver Wave and Tails of Flight, the Slieve Donard Hotel grounds and viewpoints made for selfies. History fans should look elsewhere, as the stops come with puzzles but no stories.

What makes this quest special

Highlights

  • Visit public artworks inspired by famous individuals whose actions put Newcastle on the map.

  • Enjoy the scenic background of the Mountains of Mourne and Northern Irelands highest peak, Slieve Donard.

From your phone to the streets

A walk that turns into an adventure.

  1. 1

    Open the app. You’re on your way.

    Choose your pass, then open your quest in the Questo app. It guides you from the starting point.

  2. 2

    Get outside. Follow your curiosity.

    Discover real places and their stories on foot. Stop for a coffee or a photo, then pick up where you left off.

  3. 3

    Crack a clue. Share a little victory.

    Look around for answers, solve puzzles and enjoy the “we got it!” moments.

Your walk, at a glance

Newcastle upon Tyne

A · Start

Newcastle BT33 0AL, UK

B · Finish

16 Railway St, Newcastle BT33 0AL, United Kingdom

Get directions to the start

Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.

Along the way

Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included

The people behind the adventure

Created by The Puzzler.

A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.

Made by The Puzzler

Good to know before you play

  • Route open 24/7 but better during daylight hours
  • This scavenger hunt doesn't include stories about places.

A little clarity before you go

Frequently asked questions

Is this treasure hunt in Newcastle, County Down or Newcastle upon Tyne?
It is in Newcastle, County Down, in Northern Ireland, where the Mountains of Mourne meet the sea. The route covers the top end of town, taking in the Slieve Donard Hotel grounds, the Percy French stop and several public artworks.
Is the scavenger hunt played on a digital app?
Yes. You play on your phone and the app leads you from stop to stop, setting a puzzle in what is in front of you. There is no guide and no group to join, so you can start any time and pause to carry on later.
Where does it start and finish, and how long does it take?
It is a short 1.2 km loop that begins at the marked starting point and finishes outside Gordons Chemist, close to where you began. Most players take around 70 minutes, including walking and solving the puzzles along the way.
Is it good for kids, and can we play as a group?
It suits families with children looking for a light outdoor activity, with artworks, a bench, viewpoints and selfie spots to find. The quest is free to play, so the whole family or a group of friends can join in together.
Can we do it at any time of day?
The route is open 24/7, so there is no time slot to book. It is better during daylight hours, though, when the artworks, old buildings and viewpoints over the town and the Mournes are easier to see.

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