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Newcastle University Scavenger Hunt: The Lion’s Trail: Newcastle University Hunt

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Set off on a self-guided scavenger hunt adventure at Newcastle University, right in the heart of Toon Town! Solve brainy riddles, tackle campus-based missions and challenges, and explore iconic spots like Armstrong Building and Philip Robinson Library. The hunt is flexible, interactive, perfect for a city center walking tour or fun campus tour with

This scavenger hunt will help you explore Newcastle upon Tyne. This top rated Newcastle University Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 3.00 miles and has 6 stops.

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Duration 1.5-2 Hours
Distance 4.83 KM (3.00 Mi)
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Newcastle University Scavenger Hunt: The Lion’s Trail: Newcastle University Hunt
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Clock duration icon Duration 1.5-2 Hours
Map distance icon Distance 4.83 KM (3.00 Mi)
Calendar icon Go anytime

Set off on a self-guided scavenger hunt adventure at Newcastle University, right in the heart of Toon Town! Solve brainy riddles, tackle campus-based missions and challenges, and explore iconic spots like Armstrong Building and Philip Robinson Library. The hunt is flexible, interactive, perfect for a city center walking tour or fun campus tour with

This scavenger hunt will help you explore Newcastle upon Tyne. This top rated Newcastle University Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 3.00 miles and has 6 stops.

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Armstrong Building

Uncover hidden gems on the Newcastle University Scavenger Hunt. Solve riddles, snap photos, and spot campus art as you stroll Toon Town. Expect quirky trivia and Geordie Land charm at every historic building.

Music Studios

Join the hunt at Newcastle University for lots of fun with outdoor activities. Explore iconic architecture, tackle brainy clues, and learn campus history—maybe even find a Tyne Bridge Marvel reference or two!

Sir William George Armstrong

Step into university tradition with a scavenger hunt adventure. Seek out landmarks, test your knowledge of Grey Street Charm, and compete in creative missions that celebrate campus spirit and teamwork.

Blackwell's Bookshop

Navigate Newcastle University's historic sites in this scavenger hunt adventure. Every clue reveals fun facts about student legends, Quayside Strolls, and the famous Angel of the North Icon—perfect for group fun.

Philip Robinson Library

Crack clever riddles on your Newcastle University scavenger hunt adventure. Find points of interest tied to Castle Keep History or Baltic Art Hub while enjoying teamwork and local trivia unique to Toon Town.

Cochrane Park Sports Ground

Let curiosity lead you across Newcastle University's campus during this scavenger hunt adventure. Each stop offers scenic moments, fun facts about Geordie Land life, and playful nods to university traditions.

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Activity Type: Anytime Scavenger Hunt

Starting Area: Armstrong Building, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU, UK

Travel Method: Walking

Walking Distance: 4.83 KM (3 Mi)

Time:1.5 - 2 Hours

Skill Level:Friend & Family Fun

Extra Admissions: None


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  • Solve challenges, discover landmarks, and create unforgettable memories.
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  • Unlimited scavenger hunts, bar crawls, audio tours, and ghost tours with ANY theme.
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How the Newcastle University Scavenger Hunt works

Grab your phone and free time—no guide needed! Use our app to solve riddles, complete photo challenges, and earn points as you explore Newcastle University. Compete against other teams on the leaderboard while discovering legendary campus landmarks.

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Earn The Newcastle University Scavenger Hunt High Score

Love competition? On your Newcastle University Scavenger Hunt adventure, each teammate will get interactive challenges—like snapping a selfie at the Armstrong Building or answering trivia about Sir William George Armstrong. Work together to climb the leaderboard as you tackle missions across Philip Robinson Library and Cochrane Park Sports Ground. Bragging rights await!

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Max Power

Team: Max Power

Score: 2463
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For the Lolz

Team: For the Lolz

Score: 2360
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1st not Last

Team: 1st not Last

Score: 2110

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Reviews for Newcastle University Scavenger Hunt: The Lion’s Trail: Newcastle University Hunt

5 star reviews

What an awesome thing to do in the Toon Great mix of challenges by Music Studios and classic student haunts I would recommend this scavenger hunt for tourists or locals alike

Maisie Lowry

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I did not expect to learn this much history on a walking tour with ScavengerHunt.com. Loved seeing Sir William George Armstrong plaques and all those hidden corners on campus

Reece Callahan

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Exploring Geordie campus gems like Blackwells Bookshop and discovering student murals made this scavenger hunt one of my favorite things to do outdoors around Newcastle University

Clara Wilkes

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I booked the Newcastle University scavenger hunt as a date idea and it was such a blast. Solving puzzles near Armstrong Building added something special to our day in the Toon

Graham Peters

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Our family tried the Newcastle upon Tyne scavenger hunt at Newcastle Uni and loved every minute hunting clues by Philip Robinson Library and Cochrane Park Sports Ground. A fun outdoor family activity

Lydia Henderson

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Using ScavengerHunt.com made exploring Newcastle Uni so easy The plaque puzzles near Armstrong Statue were clever Fun way for tourists to discover cool campus highlights

Callum Pritchard

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This hunt was the best thing to do in Geordieland if you are visiting Newcastle University Walking tour style let us see historic points of interest and hidden gems

Lena Vickers

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My partner and I did this as a date idea in the Toon We laughed through creative missions at Music Studios and had fun teamwork at Cochrane Park Sports Ground

Ellis Garner

5 star reviews

Took my family on the Newcastle University Scavenger Hunt and everyone loved it Exploring spots like Philip Robinson Library made for an awesome outdoor activity

Sophie Redman

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We had a blast with the Newcastle upon Tyne uniHunt around campus The clues led us to Armstrong Building and Blackwells Bookshop for some real toon memories

Miles Holland

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ScavengerHunt.com turned my visit to Castle Town into a treasure hunt adventure. The Music Studios and Armstrong Building were must-see points of interest along the route.

Noelle Whitman

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The Geordie campus has cool gems like Philip Robinson Library and Blackwells. This walking tour was packed with history and challenges that made exploring so much fun.

Rhea Clarke

5 star reviews

If you are looking for an outdoor activity around campus, this scavenger hunt at Newcastle Uni is unbeatable. Loved learning quirky facts about Sir William George Armstrong.

Aidan Shelton

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Took my date on the Newcastle University scavenger hunt and we had such a fun time solving clues near Blackwells and relaxing by Cochrane Park Sports Ground.

Libby Forster

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Exploring the Toon with ScavengerHunt.com was a blast. The Music Studios and Armstrong Building were highlights for my family. Perfect thing to do together.

Graham Murray

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If you are looking for fun things to do in Geordie City this scavenger hunt should be top of your list. The app made finding historic spots at Newcastle Uni super easy and enjoyable.

Aiden Fenwick

5 star reviews

Exploring Castle Campus on this treasure hunt opened my eyes to hidden gems like Music Studios. It is definitely one of the best things to do for visitors around Newcastle University.

Miles Harkness

5 star reviews

This campus-based walking tour is a great outdoor activity around Newcastle Uni. Loved discovering treasures like Cochrane Park Sports Ground on foot together as friends.

Louisa Greene

5 star reviews

For our date in Toon Town we tried the campus Scavenger Hunt and it was full of clever clues at Philip Robinson Library and laughs near Sir William George Armstrong.

Elliot Marchant

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Took the Scavenger Hunt at Newcastle University with my kids and we all had a blast exploring the Armstrong Building and popping into Blackwells Bookshop. Great family adventure!

Clara Whitfield

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