About this tour
Solve a series of interconnected puzzles across Manchester's streets and waterways to unlock your fictional uncle's estate. This 90-minute outdoor mystery takes you through red-brick quarters and Castlefield's historic canals, where you'll decode clues and encounter characters from his shadowy past. Ideal for group outings—whether team-building, birthday celebrations, or hen and stag events—the game combines urban exploration with narrative twists that reward lateral thinking.
Highlights
- Decode inheritance puzzles across Manchester's industrial heritage
- Navigate Castlefield's canals and Victorian architecture
- Meet virtual characters revealing your uncle's backstory
- Complete challenge within 90-minute time limit
- Works for team socials, birthdays, and group gatherings
- Awarded TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice; featured in The Guardian
What to expect
You'll receive a digital link to start the game on your phone and move between outdoor locations, solving riddles and brain teasers that unlock the next waypoint. The narrative unfolds through character encounters and clue-solving; expect to walk steadily across mixed terrain—pavements, towpaths, some uneven surfaces—as you piece together your uncle's history. The hunt rewards observation and creative thinking rather than speed. Groups work collaboratively to crack each puzzle before the timer expires.
Good to know
Moderate fitness needed for continuous walking. Wheelchair-accessible routes available; prams and strollers welcome. Public transport nearby. Service animals permitted. Download the game link before starting to avoid connectivity issues on the move.
Frequently asked
- How long does Outdoor Scavenger Hunt Manchester take?
- Outdoor Scavenger Hunt Manchester runs for approximately 1h 30m.
- How much does Outdoor Scavenger Hunt Manchester cost?
- Prices start from AUD $37 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Outdoor Scavenger Hunt Manchester run?
- This tour operates around United Kingdom. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Outdoor Scavenger Hunt Manchester?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. New Forest National Park earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original New Forest National Park summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.