Wakefield – Search for the Black Gold
Wakefield – Search for the Black Gold
3 Mile(s) 3 Hour(s)
Step into the streets of Wakefield for a 3-hour, 3-mile outdoor adventure that blends the thrill of an escape room with the joy of exploring the city!
Meet Max and Ellie, your curious companions, who’s determine to explore Wakefield. Work together as a family to solve clever puzzles, crack clues, and uncover hidden secrets scattered across Wakefield’s historic landmarks.
Description
What is a CityQuest?
A CityQuest is a totally unique way to explore Wakefield. Your Professional Questers, Bert and Betty, will guide you on a tour of historical intrigue, problematic puzzles, silly story-telling and cryptic clues to discover a hidden code.
Once you think you’ve worked out the code, enter it online to discover the final chapter of the story!
Your Quest Pack contains everything you need to complete your challenge – and more! Not just your Quest Booklet, but also ingenious tools, handy hints, awesome activities and more. Your CityQuest is not just a scavenger hunt, it’s not just a treasure hunt, it’s a not just an escape room…it’s all these rolled into one! Check out our nifty guide for more information!
What You’ll Experience
🗺 Interactive City Quest – Follow a carefully planned route through Wakefield’s vibrant streets, parks, and historic corners.
🧠 Escape Room Fun Outdoors – Solve riddles, complete challenges, and unlock clues in the open air. 🤖 A Story Kids & Adults Love – Follow Max and Ellie’s mission to check out Wakefield’s historic treasures and keep everyone engaged.
👟 Active Family Day Out – Walk about 3 miles over 3 hours at a relaxed pace, with plenty of breaks.
📷 Photo Opportunities – Snap family selfies with Wakefield’s street art, statues, and scenic spots.
Perfect For
- Families looking for an unforgettable day out.
- Visitors who want to see Wakefield in a fun, unique way.
- Puzzle lovers craving an outdoor twist on escape rooms.
💡 No time limit, no pressure — just an exciting challenge you can enjoy at your own pace. Suitable for ages 3+, with clues designed for teamwork.
So grab your walking shoes, rally your team, and get ready to see the city in a way you’ve never seen it before!
Explore Wakefield, a vibrant city blending history, shopping, and culture. Visit the enormous Wakefield Cathedral and the historic Chantry Chapel, then across to the elegant Town Hall and Justice District. With lively streets, arts venues, and rich heritage, Wakefield offers something for every visitor.
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FAQ's
We know you might have some questions, and we’re here to help. Below you’ll find answers to some of the most common enquiries we receive. Whether you’re looking for quick troubleshooting tips, details about our services, or guidance on getting started, this page is designed to give you the information you need—fast. If you don’t see your question here, feel free to contact us and our team will be happy to assist you.
No! Little legs can get tired and always useful to have a quick pit stop to freshen back up again, but they aren’t mandatory. There are no clues inside any building, so if you’re able to keep going, keep going!
Due to the historic nature of the locations and clues it is not always possible to guarantee accessibility for all. At CityQuest we strive for inclusivity for all, and where feasible offer alternative routes between clues.
No! Once you receive your Quest Pack, you’re good to go! Just get your team assembled, head to the starting point and Quest away!
We endeavour a next-day dispatch using Royal Mail first class service. You should receive your Quest within 3-4 working days.
Our Quests don’t have an expiry date – we use permanent historic landmarks to make the clues which could have been present for centuries!
There may be access issues at some locations due to isolated incidents in each city or if other events are taking place. If you are unsure, please contact us a week before you Quest to check!
The Quests are designed to be interactive for all players, and each pack has several components to keep idle hands busy. If your group is larger than 6 Questers then we recommend a second pack to ensure that no one gets left out. Or you could split into two groups and race each other!
The rear of your Quest pack contains both additional clues and the answer if you really struggle. The map and directions offer you clear guidance between clues – if you get really stuck trace back to a previous clue and try again!
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