Looking for a new adventure? The York Trail is a fun way to explore the area you live in or discover somewhere new with friends or family. Whether you’re looking for a few hours of fun for a day out with the kids or something to pack out your holiday Pawprint Trails have the answer!

York is famous for the Vikings but did you know that more than one famous confectioner started their business here too? Discover more fun facts like this, meet some of York’s famous residents and explore the sights and sounds of the city on this guided treasure hunt style walk…

As much as we try to get everything perfect with every trail, sometimes mistakes happen or things change. Thank you to our amazing customers who let us know so we can help others in the future.

Known Errors:

Clue 16: We’ve been informed of a missing statue! The answer can still be found on the plaque mentioned although we are aware that the plaque has been damaged. The answer that you’re looking for is ‘Admiral’.

As you follow the trail you’ll discover answers to the clues on buildings, signs and statues, counting and calculating to solve the final equation.

Trail features:

• Circular route, approximately 4km in distance, starting at Merchant Adventurers’ Hall on Picadilly and ending at Clifford’s Tower (both located close to Castle car park) taking approximately 3 hours to complete
• This is a full-colour printed copy sent to you in the post consisting of 2 booklets inside a cardboard storage sleeve
• Instruction and answer booklet for you to write on as your venture around the city
• Trail booklet containing directions, clues to solve and ideas for other things to see and do
• Map (contained in your trail booklet) to help you navigate the city along with some fun facts and ideas for extending your adventure
• Trails are completed in your own time and at your own pace (why not bring a picnic or enjoy some food at one of York’s cafes?)
• Free activity ideas linked to your trail when you enter your answers online to extend your adventure even when you get home!
• One trail booklet is enough for 4-5 people