Search For Shoreditch, London
Highlights
- Streets filled with enough street art to be dubbed 'outdoor gallery', all explored with an interactive, puzzle-filled game
- Medieval marvels from a 17th century market to a graveyard full of the famous dead and beyond
- A jaw-dropping (and taste bud tingling!) piece of culinary history
- Clues sent to your phones with help available, the perfect difficulty for all
Description
Head through Barbican and Spitalfields to the painted streets of one of London's most vibrant districts with this puzzle-filled hunt for Shoreditch. Learn how the area developed from an Elizabethan Theatre hub into a vital part of the city's textile industry; then discover the dark days during the blitz and the glorious rebirth that followed. The story of how these humble districts became a cornucopia of artistic, musical and culinary delights!
Expect to see vast and colourful murals, centuries-old cemetries where literary giants rest, the home of an infamous medieval ghost, the birthplace of fish and chips, one of London's oldest markets and a Banksy original. All this plus puzzles, challenges, great pubs and cafes and plenty of surprises. This interactive deep dive into the city's street art capital is the perfect way for enthusiasts and first time visitors alike to discover the secrets Shoreditch hides in plain sight.
How It Works
Your team will receive clues on your phones that, once deciphered, will guide you to interesting and scenic parts of the city. At each of these you will solve riddles, discover facts and unlock your next clue.The route is walking distance and features optional breaks at great pubs, bars and cafes along the way. The clues require no prior knowledge and come with hints to make the experience something everyone can enjoy.
Plan your day
Timings
Start anytime.
2 to 3 hours across 4.6 km / 2.8 miles
Start Location
Old Street Station
End Location
Rivington Street
Communication Methods
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