Solve satisfying clues and follow beautiful maps sent to your phones. Spot things other people take for granted!

About this Event

A different way to explore Sheffield

You’re looking for a fun way to see the sights as well as the lesser known spots.

You love exploring and learning about the place, but big tour groups aren’t your thing.

Introducing... Treasure Hunt Sheffield

Have fun seeing Sheffield in a totally different way

Solve satisfying clues and follow beautiful maps sent to your phones.

Spot things other people take for granted!

You’ll learn interesting facts and stories.

Treasure Hunt Sheffield will take you on a beautiful tour, and send you to fab places, all at your own pace.

Because it’s all on your phones, it’s super flexible and there’s nothing to print.

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You’ll have a laugh solving the clues and following the maps.

Along the way you’ll learn a few interesting facts and stories to keep you entertained.

Something in a shop window catch your eye? No problem. Take it at your own pace.

By the end of it all, you’ll have a great overview of Sheffield and what you’d like to explore next.

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It works like WhatsApp, so it’s easy to use

You don’t need to download or print anything and it doesn’t need any permissions.

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Plus, you get to start when you want.

1. Follow maps

Bess sends you a series of treasure maps, leading you around the city.

“The clues and maps are a lot of fun. This is a great way to see the city!”
2. Search for answers

Bess sends you a series of clues and you have to search the city for answers.

“Good banter from Captain Bess who sends you the clues!”
3. Learn some facts

Along the way, Bess will tell you a few interesting facts and stories about the things you’re spotting!”

“We learnt new things and actually appreciated the beautiful scenery as we went around the city.”
4. Play together

Captain Bess will invite you and your friends to join the hunt!

“We had such a laugh and a great day out!”You’ll see the very best of Sheffield

Sheffield Cathedral - an unusual mixture of modern and medieval architecture, the catehdral sits at the heart of the city.

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Kelham Island - a former industrial area that's reinvented itself as a a hip hangout in the north of Sheffield.

Crucible Theatre - best known for hosting the World Snooker Championships every year.

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Sheffield Winter Garden - this landmark building is one of the largest glass houses in the UK. It's a relaxing and exotic place to visit.

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The National Emergency Services Museum - housed in one of Yorkshire's first combined police, fire and ambulance stations, today it has over 45 vehicles on show!

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Peace Gardens - a beautiful spot to relax in the sunshine, with people playing in the fountains, right in the heart of the city.

Sheffield Town Hall - a beautiful old gothic town hall, a fine example of Victorian architecture at it's best!

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St Marie's Roman Catholic Cathedral - a great looking cathedral with beautiful stained glass windows and stunning little chapels.

Kelham Island Museum - a fantastic free museum that tells the story of Sheffield's Steel industry.

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Cutlers' Hall - a fantastic building that's the headquarters of the Company of Cutlers in Hallamshire.

City Hall - a fab concert venue that's been home to some of the finest entertainment in the area.

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Ready for a different way to discover Sheffield?

• Just £9.99 per person
• Lasts around 2–3 hours, excluding breaks
• There's a toilet & drink stop about half-way around

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What if the weather’s bad?

If it's patchy rain, you can stop somewhere on the route: the game’s flexible.

If it's really bad on one day, you can either switch which day you play, or even start one day and finish the next.

If it's a total wash-out and you can't get round, we’ll give your money back, even if you've started the game.

Will it be too difficult?

Don’t worry, if you get stuck you can ask for a hint and Bess will get you on your way!

We make sure no-one ever gets completely stuck.

Is it too physical?

It’s 2½ miles walking but you can take as many breaks as you like.

Fun or your money back!

We’re so confident you’ll have fun, we promise to give your money back if you don’t!

All we ask is for a quick phone call to understand why.

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