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Matlock, 11.8 miles from the city centre
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WHERE

Matlock

What it’s like

A tailor-made treasure hunt across the Peak District that takes a good three hours to walk out.

This is a hunt built around you rather than something you turn up and join. You get in touch with the team directly, tell them what you're after, and they put together a treasure hunt across the Peak District that fits your group. Most hunts run for just over three hours, which is a proper chunk of a day out rather than a quick distraction, so it suits families who want to actually walk somewhere and follow clues rather than potter round a car park.

Because everything's tailored, the route and the puzzles change depending on who's booked. What stays the same is the walking. They're clear that sensible shoes matter and that you should check the forecast before you go, which tells you this is outdoors properly rather than a covered trail with a bit of drizzle protection. Pack water and something carb-heavy to keep energy up, because there's no vending machine halfway round.

Food and drink usually bookend the hunt. Most routes start and finish somewhere that serves food, and some have stops along the way too, though what you get depends on the hunt they've built for you. Dietary needs get discussed with you beforehand rather than left to chance on the day.

The one faff is booking. There's no online system. It's a bit more effort than clicking a button, but it means the hunt gets shaped around your group rather than a generic template.

Facilities

Booking required

Need to know

Booking
Book by contacting the team directly
  • No online booking, you need to contact the team to set the hunt up
  • Food and dietary needs get discussed with you before the day, not left to chance
  • Wear proper walking shoes, this is an outdoor hunt across the Peak District

Plan your visit

How long does a hunt take?

Most run for just over three hours, so it's a proper half-day out rather than a quick stop.

Can I book online?

No, each hunt is tailored to the group so you contact the team directly to arrange it.

What should we bring?

Sensible walking shoes, water and some carb rich snacks. Check the forecast beforehand and dress for whatever it throws at you.

Will there be somewhere to eat?

Most hunts start and end at a spot that serves food and drink, and some have stops along the way depending on the hunt.

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