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Turn the streets of Southsea into a 'whodunnit' treasure hunt adventure!
Discover Southsea's amazing history and secret hidden gems
Combine your skills to crack the clues and unravel the epic tale
Experience a one-of-a-kind adventure to treasure with your friends
Includes 4 historic taverns en route
In the summer of 1910, Southsea's iconic laughing sailor became the victim of a terrible crime, after a mysterious figure smashed the machine and silenced his laugh forever. Was it an act of revenge? Nobody knows. But the villain left a trail of clues, and this is where you come in...
The pages of your Mystery Guide™ take you on an exciting puzzle adventure through the heart of Southsea, as you follow the maps, unlock the clues, and unravel the epic tale. Plus, an exciting twist awaits… Make it to the end and you'll be struck by an amazing 'wow' moment when the case is solved and the villain is revealed before your eyes!
Simply grab your Mystery Guide™, head to the start, and set off at a time that suits you. Don't let the villain get away... Your time to start is now!
Details:
Distance - 4.5 km
Duration - 3+ hours
This is a self-guided treasure hunt which begins at Portsmouth Museum and Art Gallery, Museum Road, Portsmouth, PO1 2LJ. Please note: The museum is closed on Mondays. Simply show the staff a copy of your payment receipt, and they will issue you with The Mystery of the Laughing Sailor activity book. Bank holidays may affect opening times.
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- SouthcoastwalkersBlooming BRILLIANT
Sunday, 13th April 2025This is our second mystery adventure this year. First Winchester then Windsor. A brilliant way to explore. We have thoroughly enjoyed both and looking forward to wherever we end up next. Fabulous... Read full review - petertmayReading, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesExcellent Mystery Guide for ReadingMonday, 14th April 2025First time doing a Mystery Guide and loved it. Have lived in Reading for 10 years and enjoyed learning more about the town and seeing things that I had previously walked past lots of times and never... Read full review
- Lisa WI was so impressedMonday, 14th April 2025As a small business owner, I was so impressed by this brilliant way to get families exploring local history and culture. The hunt led us to hidden gems, was incredibly well-designed, and we can't... Read full review
