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Alan Turing's Manchester: The Hidden Cause

🔒 Instant Access: Book now and start immediately. No need to wait for a guide.

⏱️ Total Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume whenever you want.

🧩 Gamified Discovery: Solve 12 location-based puzzles to unlock hidden stories and secret spots.

📍 Starting Point: Coupland Building 1, Coupland Building 1, Manchester M15 6FH, UK

🛡️ Free Cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours before your planned start for a full refund.

🌐 Available In: 🇬🇧 English

Places you will visit

12

It will take you

87-117 mins

You will walk

4340 steps

Total distance

3.3 km

Route you will explore

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About this quest

Renowned WWII code-breaker and historic gay icon, Alan Turing, is first and foremost remembered as a Londoner. What’s equally important is the mark he left upon Manchester and its people. You’ll see and learn everything about his career in Manchester.

This city exploration game has it all, with some little-known facts (and codes) along the way, giving due diligence to Manchester’s thriving gay scene.

Are you ready to become better acquainted with Turing’s legacy?

Highlights

  • - Find the buried gift Alan Turing received after death

  • - See some of the most iconic northern locations related to Turing

  • - Learn more about Turing’s work and accomplishments

  • - Take a peek into LGBTQ+ Manchester

The mission: Your story in Manchester, UK

You are a math student. You found a handwritten letter hidden in an old book in the library.

It reads, “A computer would deserve to be called intelligent if it could deceive a human into believing that it was human.

To remain in control, humans would need to deceive computers into believing they are human.

Intelligence would then come not from deception but from self-awareness.

Are you human or are you merely deceived?

Yours, Alan Turing

Why does this unsettle you so much? You must find out more.

Good to know before you play

  • Best during the day
  • Best for couples
  • Recommended activity for families

Tips & Recommendations

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Wear Comfortable Shoes

You will be walking throughout the city, so comfortable footwear is essential for enjoying the experience.

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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.

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Check the Weather

This is an outdoor activity. Bring an umbrella or sunscreen depending on the forecast.

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Bring a Camera

You will discover photogenic locations and hidden gems perfect for capturing memories.

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Stay Hydrated

Bring water, especially during warmer months or longer quests.

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Play with Friends

While you can play solo, quests are more fun with friends or family. One ticket works for a group.

Ratings and Reviews

3.52

29 ratings

5 Stars
17%
4 Stars
41%
3 Stars
24%
2 Stars
10%
1 Star
7%
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Kathy Bannister

10 Jun 2023

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01 May 2023

faith jennison

11 Jun 2022

max

03 Jun 2022
loved it!

C Jones

26 Feb 2022

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