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Colchester Scavenger Hunt: Colchester‘s Cunning Castle Caper

Q: Is this activity good for kids?

Yes! Our app allows up to 6 people per device making it family-friendly. Kids will love exploring places like the Firstsite Art Gallery during their hunt.

Q: What makes Colchester Scavenger Hunt unique?

The Colchester Scavenger Hunt takes you through iconic locations such as Balkerne Gate Landmark while solving engaging missions that highlight local history.

Q: Are there discounts available?

We sometimes offer seasonal discounts at our store . Keep an eye out for deals when planning your next scavenger hunt adventure!

Q: Is prior knowledge needed for the Colchester Scavenger Hunt ?

No prior knowledge needed! Our app guides you with hints along the way—just bring enthusiasm (and maybe some snacks) as you explore Essex Countryside Gateway.

Q: How long doesColchester Scavenger Hunt take?

The entire experience takes around 2 hours—plenty of time to see highlights like St Botolph's Priory Ruins while completing fun challenges.

Q: What should we expect to see on Colchester Scavenger Hunt?

Expect visits to fascinating spots such as William Gilberd's site or Labor And Wait statue—all part of discovering historic downtown treasures!

Q: What is the full list of all the scavenger hunts and activities that I can do in Colchester

There are quire a few scavenger hunts and activities that we offer in Colchester, here is a full list: Colchester England Scavenger Hunt: Ipswich Scavenger Hunt , Colchester England Scavenger Hunt: Canterbury Caper: Kent‘s Quirky Quest , Colchester England Scavenger Hunt: Saffron Walden Whimsical Wonders Hunt , Colchester Bachelorette Party Ideas , Colchester England Tours , Colchester Corporate Team Building Activities , and Colchester Birthday Party Ideas

Featured Locations On This Scavenger Hunt

Colchesters WW1 War Memorial

Visit the WW1 War Memorial, a poignant stop on your Colchester Scavenger Hunt. This landmark offers a reflective photo challenge with it's bronze winged Victory and engraved names.

1920: Colchester Castle post renovation reopening, ca July 1922

Explore Colchester Castle, a centerpiece of Roman Ruins Capital. Imagine past events as you pose outside this historic site. Local tip: spot quirky gargoyle faces above the door.

Essex Witch Hunt Victims Memorial

Discover the Witch Hunt Victims Memorial, a hidden gem on your scavenger hunt route. Reflect on history and perhaps spot a black cat—a nod to Colchester's mysterious past.

Labor and Wait

Admire teamwork in architecture at the Co-op Building with it's clever carvings of wheatsheaf, shovel, and sickle. Rumor has it the wheatsheaf was modeled on local grain.

1930: Statue of St Helena, top of Colchester Town Hall, ca 1930

Gaze up at St Helena on Town Hall during your scavenger hunt adventure in downtown Colchester. Try matching her regal pose for your photo challenge.

William Gilberd

Visit William Gilberd's statue, where locals rub his shoe for good luck during exams. A bright spot in Britain's Oldest Town and an inspiring stop on your hunt.

1840: Great Colchester Fire, High Street, 1842

Stand where flames once roared in 1840—imagine resilience rising from ashes during your scavenger hunt. Cobblestones here were relaid using stones from an old Roman wall.

Colchester Town Wall

Follow Colchester's Ancient Town Wall—a must-see icon of Roman Ruins Capital during your hunt. Listen for echoes of history or perhaps just local footsteps.

Roman Reliefs

Marvel at vivid red mosaics and storied tombstones at Roman Reliefs—a highlight for Ancient Settlement Explorers and inspiration for local art.

South Gate

Trace layers of history at South Gate during your scavenger hunt adventure—freshly rediscovered and loved by local history buffs.

Reviews for Colchester Scavenger Hunt: Colchester‘s Cunning Castle Caper

For tourists visiting the ancient city, this hunt offers hidden gems and iconic landmarks like Colchester Castle without missing any interesting history.

Oliver Kingston

A perfect family day out in hometown Ctown's Downtown. Kids enjoyed puzzles around Labor and Wait, and the WW1 Memorial was touching.

Emily Taylor

Colchester's Downtown is fantastic for an outdoor activity like this. Exploring points of interest such as South Gate made it memorable.

James Wilson

The ScavengerHunt.com adventure was a hit for our date night. We wandered through historic High Street and ended at St Helena Statue. Romantic and fun.

Alex Jones

I had a blast discovering Colchester with the scavenger hunt. We loved exploring sites like the Roman Reliefs and Colchester Castle. A must-do in Downtime.

Harriet Smith

This hunt showed us Colchester in a new light. Visiting spots like the Great Fire site made it an unforgettable walking tour full of historical nuggets.

Emily Jones

What an exciting way to see Vicinity of Colchester! We discovered hidden gems on this walking tour, including Labor and Wait, with engaging missions.

David Brown

The Colchester Scavenger Hunt is a must-do for families. Our kids loved solving challenges around the city center, especially near St Helena's statue.

Jessica Williams

My partner and I had a blast on our date exploring Downtown's history. Solving riddles at places like Colchester Castle was a unique way to connect.

Michael Smith

Exploring Colchester with the ScavengerHunt.com app was fantastic. The puzzles were fun and visiting landmarks like the War Memorial added to the adventure.

Sarah Johnson

Discovering Downtown's hidden gems like South Gate through the scavenger hunt made for a perfect outing Fun challenges and historic insights all around

Lucas Jones

Downtown Colchesterville is full of surprises thanks to the Scavenger Hunt It offered an exciting way to see points of interest like St Helena's Statue

Sophia Brown

The Castle challenge made our day We enjoyed learning about this iconic landmark while solving riddles It was a memorable date activity in Cochtown

Jack Williams

Exploring the Roman Reliefs was a highlight of our scavenger hunt adventure in Old Town. We loved how interactive and fun it was with friends

Amelia Johnson

I had a fantastic time on the Colchester Scavenger Hunt A great way to explore High Street and discover it's history. The puzzles kept us engaged throughout

Oliver Smith

Colchester has so much to offer and this scavenger hunt showcased that beautifully. From historic landmarks to hidden art, it was a thrilling outdoor activity.

Laura Walker

Exploring Downtown on foot through the scavenger hunt was incredible. Learning about spots like the Great Colchester Fire made it an unforgettable experience.

Tom Wilson

As tourists, this was one of the best things to do in Colchester. The Essex Witch Hunt Victims Memorial was a highlight of our adventure downtown.

Sarah Mitchell

The scavenger hunt was the perfect date activity. We bonded over solving puzzles while uncovering gems like South Gate and Labor and Wait in Colchester.

James Robinson

Our family had a fantastic time on the Colchester Scavenger Hunt. We loved exploring Downtown and discovering history at places like the Roman Reliefs.

Emily Thompson

Colchester Scavenger Hunt: Colchester‘s Cunning Castle Caper

Activity Info: Colchester‘s Cunning Castle Caper