Gloucester (Gloucestershire) Historic City Clue Hunt

£15.00

Gloucester has Roman roots, a magnificent featured-in-Harry-Potter cathedral, and streets packed with more history than seems strictly necessary. Leave some for other cities Gloucester. But hidden among the famous sights are curious details most people stroll straight past. Just be sure to avoid any puddles.

Price: £15 (includes free UK first-class delivery)
Duration: ~2.5 hours
Distance: 2 miles / 3.3 km
POIs: Gloucester Cathedral, Soldiers of Gloucestershire Museum, Tailor of Gloucester Museum & Shop, National Waterways Museum, Gloucester Docks, Gloucester Quays, Museum of Gloucester

For more information about X Hunts, check out the FAQs page!

Gloucester has Roman roots, a magnificent featured-in-Harry-Potter cathedral, and streets packed with more history than seems strictly necessary. Leave some for other cities Gloucester. But hidden among the famous sights are curious details most people stroll straight past. Just be sure to avoid any puddles.

Price: £15 (includes free UK first-class delivery)
Duration: ~2.5 hours
Distance: 2 miles / 3.3 km
POIs: Gloucester Cathedral, Soldiers of Gloucestershire Museum, Tailor of Gloucester Museum & Shop, National Waterways Museum, Gloucester Docks, Gloucester Quays, Museum of Gloucester

For more information about X Hunts, check out the FAQs page!

Solve the Secrets of a Historic Cathedral City

Uncover ancient legends, solve crafty puzzles, and explore Gloucester’s most fascinating corners.

Our Gloucester Clue Hunt is a self-guided, paper-based adventure that turns a day out into a real-life detective story. Follow clues through Roman ruins, medieval cloisters, and the city’s bustling docks as you crack riddles, learn hidden facts, and maybe get a little competitive along the way.

Imagine a treasure hunt crossed with a walking tour and sprinkled with fiendishly clever puzzles.

Your Clue Hunt booklet guides you through Gloucester’s streets, squares, and waterfronts — with riddles, wordplay, and challenges at every turn. Each clue reveals a story, a landmark, or something you’d never have noticed otherwise.

Highlights include:

Gloucester Cathedral – Marvel at the stunning cloisters as you crack a cathedral-themed puzzle fit for a wizard.
The Docks – Follow riddles around historic warehouses and waterside walkways.
The Cross – Find hidden details at the city’s ancient crossroads.
Gloucester City Museum area – Spot Roman ruins hiding in plain sight.
Westgate Street – Solve a clue about the merchants, monks, and mischief-makers who shaped the city.

Why You’ll Love It

Smart fun with a twist: Test your puzzle-solving skills as you explore the city’s highlights and hidden gems.

Completely offline: Paper only. No phone signal? No problem.

Perfect for everyone: Families, couples, and friends all get to play detective.

Beautifully designed: A gorgeous map, clever clues, and full colour.

Local: Created in the UK and lovingly made by people who really like puzzles, including one person who grew up in Gloucester!

Happy Adventurers

“Brilliant fun — we didn’t stop laughing (well, arguing) the whole way round!” — Sam and Jess, Bristol

“The best way to see Gloucester. So clever and creative — highly recommend.” — M. Walker

“The perfect mix of sightseeing and brain-teasing. We thought we knew Gloucester — turns out we didn’t!”
— The Bennetts, Gloucestershire

Tag your triumphs with #XHunts — we love seeing your clue-solving faces!