Self-Guided Treasure Hunt History Tour of Hay-on-Wye

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1 to 2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Turn Hay-on-Wye, the world-famous Town of Books, into your own personal treasure hunt. This self-guided adventure sends you through charming medieval streets and secret alleyways, solving 20 cryptic clues on your phone as you go. No rush, no group of strangers, no app to download: just you, your crew and a town full of secrets waiting to be cracked. Along the 2.5 km route you'll pass Hay Castle's 900-year-old walls, the Three Tuns Inn and the Broad Street clocktower, discovering the stories behind them as each answer unlocks the next step. Stuck? Hints keep you moving. Competitive? Rack up points and climb the leaderboard against players from around the world. Perfect for families, couples and groups, and dog-friendly too. One purchase covers everyone playing on one phone, or buy on multiple devices and race each other in team mode. Created by local walking guide Sarah Price, who knows every corner of this town.

What's Included

One purchase covers unlimited people playing on a single phone... ideal for families or small groups
Entry to the real-time HUNTA leaderboard (up to 700 points)
Local history and stories revealed as you solve each clue
Hints available if you get stuck
Pause and resume anytime, complete at your own pace
Entry fees to any attractions along the route (none required... the hunt passes free public areas)
Food and drinks

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Start at the top of the main car park next to the wooden dragon on Oxford road.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 to 2 hours (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    Hay Castle is the centrepiece of the hunt: a Norman fortress with around 900 years of history, right in the middle of town. Travelers will see the restored castle walls and grounds, the famous outdoor "honesty bookshop" shelves tucked into the walls, and the dramatic arcaded gateway. Here they'll solve a clue that makes them study the castle's stonework closely, while learning how a Welsh border fortress became the symbol of the world's first Town of Books.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by HUNTA - Treasure Hunts

Tags

Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Adventure Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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