Historic Margate - Beach Boys and Bathing Belles: a Seaside Trail through Victorian Margate
Historic Margate - Beach Boys and Bathing Belles: a Seaside Trail through Victorian Margate
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🧩 Gamified Discovery: Solve 11 location-based puzzles to unlock hidden stories and secret spots.
📍 Starting Point: Dreamland, 49 -51 Marine Terrace, Margate CT9 1XP, UK
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🌐 Available In: 🇬🇧 English
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Places you will visit
11
It will take you
113-143 mins
You will walk
4200 steps
Total distance
3.2 km
Route you will explore
Starting point Dreamland
49 -51 Marine Terrace, Margate CT9 1XP, UKFinish point The Albion Rooms
31 Eastern Esplanade, Cliftonville, Margate CT9 2HL, UKAbout this quest
In this quest you are racing against the imminent arrival of the Paddle Steamer, bringing with it a rather straight-laced Aunt.
See if you can enjoy some of the many delights that there were on offer for the Victorian holidaymaker at this highly popular sea resort and still make it to your Bathing Hut in good time to enjoy a rejuvenating dip just as you like it.
Telescopes are optional!
Highlights
Get a real taste of what Margate was like for Victorian holidaymakers and sea bathers
Discover the charms of the Old Town
Enjoy the relaxing Walpole Bay and its tidal pool
See one of the tiniest theatres in the world - The Tom Thumb
Find "a fine Arcadian bolthole" at the Libertines' Albion Rooms hotel.
The mission: Your story in Margate
However, you hear from a cousin that your Aunt has already boarded a Paddle Steamer and is on her way. She has been scandalised by the reports of "promiscuous" (or mixed gender bathing) and men without bathing suits that she's read in the Observer so she has come armed with much moral indignation and her best telescope.
Can you get get round the course and get your dip in the sea before she arrives?
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
Fort Promenade
Margate Clock Tower
Dreamland
Good to know before you play
- We recommend not playing at night
- Kids under 12 should be guided by their parents
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
While you can play solo, quests are more fun with friends or family. One ticket works for a group.
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Flexibility
Regular Guided Tours
Fixed schedules & no pausing
Questo
Start, pause, and resume anytime
Privacy
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Crowds of up to 30 strangers
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Private experience for your group only
Pricing
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$30-$40 per person
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Affordable per-group pricing
Availability
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Requires advance booking
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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 |
