Oswestry Scavenger Hunt:
Embark on the Oswestry Scavenger Hunt adventure in the heart of this historic Border Town, also known as Croesoswallt and Gateway to Wales. Solve riddles, tackle creative missions, and explore downtown landmarks like Old Oswestry Hill Fort on a flexible, interactive walking tour that sparks teamwork and friendly competition.
This scavenger hunt will help you explore Oswestry. This top rated Oswestry Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 1.38 miles and has 8 stops.
4.4 (25 reviews)
Activity Info:
Oswestry is a vibrant market town rich with Cambrian Heritage and famous for it's Shropshire-Llanymynech Line roots. Also called Offa’s Dyke Town and Wilfred Owen’s Birthplace, it blends history with lively local culture. On the hunt, you will uncover hidden gems in Oswestry Downtown—snap photos at the 25lb Gun Memorial, decode clues at Llwyd Mansion, and admire art at the Converted Fountain Monument. Each mission reveals quirky facts and unique city center stories. The Oswestry Scavenger Hunt is perfect for first-timers or locals seeking new adventures. Discover sights you thought you knew or never noticed before—no prior knowledge needed! Every visit becomes an exciting walking tour packed with challenges.
You can do our interactive scavenger hunt at any time.
Featured Locations On This Scavenger Hunt
Old Oswestry Hill Fort
Step up to a sweeping landscape where the Oswestry Giants—legendary for their might—once roamed. These towering ramparts tell the saga of ancient chieftains and warrior poets. The fort’s earthworks are a challenge even today, but the views and ancient vibes are worth the trek.
Cambrian Railways Headquarters
The grand old brickwork of Oswestry’s station welcomes you to the heyday of steam. Imagine whistles blowing and crowds hustling as the town rocketed into the Victorian era, turning market day into a railway spectacle.
Oswestry Castle Grounds
At this grassy mound and crumbly stone keep, tales of siege and spirited parliaments echo in the wind. Once a fortress towering over contested borders, now Oswestry’s most storied picnic spot where medieval intrigue lingers with every footstep.
Llwyd Mansion
Journey along Cross Street and spot Oswestry’s most striking black-and-white mansion. This bold, timbered facade has more secrets than a stage play and still sets the scene for the city’s ongoing story of change and renewal.
Converted Fountain Monument
Oswestry’s meeting point—where past and present comingle. This distinctive monument is where the flow of Victorian civic pride met with daily life, now repurposed as a lasting landmark for the energetic crossroads at the center of town.
Clock over Oswestry Goldsmiths
Peer above the bustling shopfronts and you are treated to Oswestry timekeeping in style. Local legends say you could set your watch by this beautiful clock—meet a longtime town tradition perched above a beloved goldsmith’s display.
25lb Gun Memorial
Stepping onto the lush grounds of Oswestry Park, you are greeted with echoes of military history standing proud among the greenery. This impressive artillery piece anchors a corner of the park and connects today’s explorers to the town’s service legacy. Get ready to encounter a piece of Oswestry’s garrison past—stories of pride and remembrance await.
Wilfred Owen Bench
This tranquil bench is dedicated to Oswestry’s own celebrated war poet. Here, quiet reflection meets literary history in a peaceful spot honoring words that helped shape how generations remembered the Great War.
How the Oswestry Scavenger Hunt works
Grab your phone and gather your team—it is time for an app-powered scavenger hunt adventure through Oswestry Downtown! The Let's Roam app guides you as you solve riddles, snap photos, and complete missions across iconic spots. Explore at your own pace while earning points for each challenge. Compete against other teams on the city-wide leaderboard as you discover hidden gems around every corner.
Oswestry Scavenger Hunt Team Building Scavenger Hunts
Engage with your team by going spot to spot on an epic team building scavenger hunt!
Oswestry Scavenger Hunt Date Night Scavenger Hunt
Explore the most romantic spots of Oswestry on a Date Night Scavenger Hunt!
Oswestry Scavenger Hunt Bachelorette Scavenger Hunt
Challenges created to bring the bride's squad closer and make the celebration even more unforgettable
Oswestry Scavenger Hunt Birthday Scavenger Hunt
Celebrate with a birthday party scavenger hunt!
Earn The Oswestry Scavenger Hunt High Score
Ready to compete? On the Oswestry Scavenger Hunt, each teammate gets interactive photo missions at spots like the Clock over Oswestry Goldsmiths or trivia challenges by Old Oswestry Hill Fort. Work together to solve riddles and climb the leaderboard—all for ultimate bragging rights in this legendary Border Town!
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Reviews for Oswestry Scavenger Hunt:
This was so much fun!!! My husband and I had a great time exploring. A great way to spend a day. Highly recommended!!
Carol Hild
Had so much fun today with my team spice girls for Laura Bachelorette party
Pam Fox
Easy and fun adventure. Good way to tour the city
Scot Branham
Super fun! Great team building for a great company function
Maggie Silliman
Lots of fun, and a great activity with a group! We took the light rail down for some extra adventure. We learned a few fun facts.
Terri Hensen
So much fun and not pricey at all. Did it with a group including kids. They had fun too. We will for sure do more hunts in the future.
Tania Paddock
It was good family fun. Great that you can pause to have lunch etc. was fairly easy but didn’t initially realise clues had time limits - hence missed out! Would definitely do another elsewhere.
Joanne Clements
Had lots of fun. Would definitely recommend this as a fun day.
Megan Prenc
Great time with family and friends would definitely do another tour!
Mike Vigil
Had an enjoyable time and visited a place I've not been before.
Stephanie Yencer
Awesome fun! You should try this. Great competition.
Ben Rathbone
Super fun experience reconnecting with my city and work team!
Sabrina Foster
Awesome way to learn more about our beautiful city! Great date night!
Laura Taylor
SO Fun!! It’s a great team bonding experience & fun to learn about the town you’re in. And an added bonus of exercise!
Monica Thomas
That’s a fun way to see the city and it’s history!
Howard Usher
Awesome game -it rocked!!
James Macie
Loved it! Great experience and challenging as well. Highly recommend!
Aaron Doman
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