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The Faversham Mystery Treasure Trail

Faversham, East Kent

Historic houses along Abbey Street in FavershamPhoto: Chris Whippet, CC BY-SA 2.0

Photo: Chris Whippet, CC BY-SA 2.0

This self-guided detective trail sends you around historic Faversham town centre and along the creek, cracking around 18 clues to solve a murder mystery at a local brewery. Along the way you pick up the town's brewing, gunpowder and brick-making history. The 2.2 mile loop takes about 2 hours and suits families with children aged 6 and up, as well as groups of adults.

Highlights

  • Detective mystery story to solve as you walk
  • 2.2 mile loop through the town centre and by the creek
  • Uncovers Faversham's brewing and gunpowder heritage
  • Text message help if you get stuck

Good to know

  • Buy the trail online before you go; the app and PDF are available straight away
  • Submit your final answer online to reveal the ending

Getting there

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The Faversham Mystery Treasure Trail, Starts at Leslie Smith Drive, Faversham, Kent, ME13 7LE

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