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Turn the streets of Southsea into a 'whodunnit' treasure hunt adventure!
Discover Southsea's amazing history and secret hidden gems
Combine your skills to crack the clues and unravel the epic tale
Experience a one-of-a-kind adventure to treasure with your friends
Includes 4 historic taverns en route
In the summer of 1910, Southsea's iconic laughing sailor became the victim of a terrible crime, after a mysterious figure smashed the machine and silenced his laugh forever. Was it an act of revenge? Nobody knows. But the villain left a trail of clues, and this is where you come in...
The pages of your Mystery Guide™ take you on an exciting puzzle adventure through the heart of Southsea, as you follow the maps, unlock the clues, and unravel the epic tale. Plus, an exciting twist awaits… Make it to the end and you'll be struck by an amazing 'wow' moment when the case is solved and the villain is revealed before your eyes!
Simply grab your Mystery Guide™, head to the start, and set off at a time that suits you. Don't let the villain get away... Your time to start is now!
Details:
Distance - 4.5 km
Duration - 3+ hours
This is a self-guided treasure hunt which begins at Portsmouth Museum and Art Gallery, Museum Road, Portsmouth, PO1 2LJ. Please note: The museum is closed on Mondays. Simply show the staff a copy of your payment receipt, and they will issue you with The Mystery of the Laughing Sailor activity book. Bank holidays may affect opening times.
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Recent Reviews:
- Gary ACity Of London...The Great Coin Heist.
Sunday, 17th August 2025We live a half hour train journey from London, so have been to London many times. This mystery adventure, however, took us to places we had never seen or had simply walked past without ever... Read full review - Laura ETrip Type:CouplesGreat idea and lovely gift! Spent a good few hours of fun seeing things I’ve walked past for years and never noticed!Sunday, 17th August 2025Bought for us as a gift and loved this. Not too difficult, taking us to many familiar spots in Sheffield but seeing things we didn’t even know were there!! Can make longer with stop-offs if you fancy. Read full review
- Louise FNEWCASTLE Mystery Guide - Not the best experience
Monday, 18th August 2025Having done four of these trails before (Liverpool, Manchester, York & Sheffield) and thoroughly enjoyed all of them we purchased the Newcastle Mystery Guide to form part of our Summer Holiday... Read full review
