Who Whacked William in Whitehead?
William White has been found murdered in the old coastal town of Whitehead and our investigators have uncovered very few leads. Therefore, we desperately need your help to solve the murder. Although William’s body was found on the beach, our detective team believe this was not where the murder was committed.
The Whitehead Whodunit Hunt is a self-guided, walking murder mystery trail.- Discover many interesting sights, both historic and modern, in this quaint seaside village. Learn about its railway history, the evolution of its tourism industry, and several of the characters who shaped it. See a castle, read about a pop star who used to live here… and someone who made their home in a cave!
- The clue route is almost 2 ½ miles / 4 km. Previous sleuths attempting this trail report that it is ‘dog-friendly’!
- The Whodunit Hunt booklet is packed with 30 clues as well as several pieces of historical and tourism trivia.
- Allow two hours to solve the case, excluding refreshment stops.
- Accessibility – the route is generally fairly flat, with only moderate inclines.
- Refreshments – there are a number of cafes, coffee shops, and convenience stores in Whitehead.
- Email clue help facility if you get stuck.
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The starting point is in the car park at the end of the Old Castle Road, shown in the map below:

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