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Belfast Queen’s Quarter

Who Squished Quinn At Queens?

Quinn O’Neill has been found murdered at Queens University and detectives need your help to solve the case. Although Quinn’s body was found at the foot of the Lanyon building tower, crime scene investigators confirm he didn’t fall and was left there to confuse us. The fact that he was enjoying his studies at Queen’s indicates foul play. But where was he killed? Follow the clue trail to solve the case.
  • The Queen’s Quarter Whodunit Hunt is a self-guided, walking murder mystery trail in Belfast.
  • Along the clue route discover a wealth of history with impressive architecture in many buildings that you pass, especially around the university. Learn about the development of this area (which wasn’t even part of Belfast in the 1800’s) and characters who shaped it in prior generations, follow in the footsteps of a king… and more! If time allows, visit beautiful Botanic Gardens towards the end of your clue hunt too.
  • The clue route is less than 2 miles (3 km).
  • Whodunit Hunt booklet packed with over 30 clues to solve in a booklet containing several pieces of extra historical info.
  • The recommended time for this murder mystery is 2-3 hours.
  • Accessibility – fairly flat route, with one moderate hill.
  • Refreshments – there are many tempting restaurants, cafes, and coffee shops along the route, especially on Botanic Avenue.

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The starting point is at the central gates in front of the Lanyon building, shown in the map below:

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Belfast Europa

Who Bludgeoned Bea In Belfast?

Bea White has been found murdered outside City Hall, where she often had her lunch, but evidence suggests the murder occurred elsewhere. Start your clue hunt at the Europa Hotel Entrance.
  • This is a self-guided, walking murder mystery ‘taster trail’, for if you’re short on time or want to try a mini Whodunit Hunt to see if you’ll like them. We hope you do!
  • On your clue hunt you’ll discover quite a number of historic spots and beautiful buildings on a trail less than a mile long. You’ll see the Grand Opera House, Belfast’s most famous bar and a much older drinking place, the beautiful Presbyterian Assembly Buildings, and much more. You’ll also learn about some interesting historical characters!
  • The little Whodunit Hunt booklet for this murder mystery is still packed with 18 clues and extra historical information … and we’ve recently added a couple of Super Sleuth clues for you spot as well! Note: all of the clues are brand new for this Whodunit Hunt and separate from our main Belfast City trail.
  • The recommended time for this murder mystery is 60-90 minutes and the route is completely flat. It costs only £3.99!

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The starting point is at the Europa Hotel, shown in the map below:

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Holywood

Who Fatally Hurt Harry In Holywood?

Harry Woods has alas been found murdered in Holywood, North Down, and our over-worked investigator needs your help to bring the case to a close. We recommend you start your search for clues at Holywood’s historic priory, as his body was found there; however, detectives think the body was left there to confuse us and believe the murder was carried out elsewhere.
  • The Holywood Whodunit Hunt is a self-guided, walking murder mystery trail.
  • Much of Holywood is designated a conservation area, preserving the grand 19th Century architecture that resulted from wealthy industrialists and merchants moving here after the railway opened in 1848. Along the clue trail you’ll come across quite a number of historic buildings, including of course the ruined priory; the only maypole on the island of Ireland is here too!
  • The route is only 1¼ miles, or about 2 km, and fairly flat too, so perfect for those who don’t want to walk so much. The clue trail starts/ends at the priory (see map below).
  • The Whodunit Hunt booklet is packed with nearly 30 clues to solve as well as several pieces of extra historical information.
  • The recommended time for this murder mystery is 1½ – 2 hours. Extend your visit here with a refreshment stop at one of Holywood’s great coffee shops, cafes, or restaurants.
  • Accessibility – this is a generally quite flat route, although some streets have moderate inclines.

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Antrim Castles

Who Fatally Assaulted Alan From Antrim?

Alan Meekin has been found murdered at Belfast Castle and our best but overworked investigator needs your help to solve the case. It is believed that Alan was likely murdered elsewhere and so the hunt for clues starts at Waterworks Park in Belfast.
  • The Antrim Castles Whodunit Hunt starts in North Belfast and ends at Antrim.
  • This is a self-guided, driving murder mystery trail.
  • Visit historic sites and beautiful gardens as you try and nail the criminal for this case. See Belfast and Antrim castles and pass another castle en-route (hence the trail name), beautiful gardens, Northern Ireland’s very own White House, mills, various historic sites in Antrim… and more!
  • Over 30 clues to solve squeezed into a Whodunit booklet that has extra historical and tourist pointers!
  • The driving route is only 26 miles, or 42km, from the start to the end point! There is about 2¾ miles / 4½ km of walking in total spread across all of the clues.
  • The recommended time for this murder mystery from start to end points, excluding extened refreshment stops, is 4-5 hours.
  • Accessibility – it is generally fairly flat where all of the clues are to be found.

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The starting point is at the playground entrance to Waterworks Park, North Belfast, close to the point we’ve marked on the map below:

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Belfast Narnia Trail

Who Bludgeoned Oisin From Belfast?

Oisin White has been found murdered at Shaw’s Bridge in Outer Belfast and our best but overworked investigator needs your help to solve the case. Oisin’s body was found at Shaw’s Bridge, but we believe he was killed elsewhere. The clue trail starts at Drum Bridge car park, see where the evidence trail leads you…
  • This is a self-guided, linear driving Whodunit Hunt, starting near Drumbeg and ending in Belfast.
  • On your clue hunt you’ll see historic houses and gardens, an ancient burial tomb, the site of an American military cemetery, visit a historic waterway and the land of Narnia… and more!
  • The driving route is only 20 miles / 31 km long with nearly 30 clues to solve! There is nearly 2 ¾ / 4 ¼ km of walking in total.
  • It is recommended to allow 4-5 hours to solve this murder mystery, excluding refreshment stops.
  • Accessibility – there are no steps to navigate but moderate inclines.
  • There are assorted places for refreshment; we like the Lockkeeper’s Cottage, especially in spring/summer for alfresco eats.

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The starting point is shown in the map below.

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Belfast City Centre

Who Bashed Belle In Belfast?

Belle Finch has been found murdered in the capital city of Belfast. Although her body was found outside the Ulster Hall, we believe this was not where the murder was committed and so the clue trail starts at City Hall. Detectives are struggling to reach a conclusion to the case and need your help to solve the murder.
  • Belfast webpicThe Belfast City Centre Whodunit Hunt is a self-guided, walking murder mystery trail.
  • Along the clue route you will discover a wealth of history, with architectural splendour in many of the city buildings. You’ll learn about the maritime and linen industries, see major tourist attractions both old and new, come across some of the characters who shaped the city in prior generations… and much more!
  • The route is approximately 1 ¾ miles / 2 ¾ km, and starts at City Hall.
  • This Whodunit Hunt is packed with over 30 clues to solve in a booklet containing several pieces of extra historical and tourist information. One clue is even linked to a famous detective!
  • The recommended time for this murder mystery is about 3 hours, excluding any stops for refreshment or retail therapy!
  • Accessibility – this is a flat route, and any steps can be avoided using ramped floors (primarily in Victoria Centre).
  • Refreshments – there are almost countless restaurants and cafes, some great coffee shops, large stores with their own food / beverage options, and convenience stores on your clue hunt.

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The starting point is in front of City Hall, shown in the map below:

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Walking Hunts

detective clipart lady 2Walking Whodunit Hunts are single-location murder mystery trails where you explore a village or an area of a town or city in search of clues to solve a crime. All have much history to uncover, show you grand and impressive architecture, and many reveal surprising facts about both places and the people that shaped them!

The places listed below (by county) all have single-location walking murder mystery trails for you to solve. Click any location link for more detail. Map available at the bottom of the page to locate trails in a particular area too.

There are more walking Whodunit Hunts in the pipeline too, including Galway City, Kilkenny, and a very unique trail in Dublin!

The vast majority of Whodunit Hunt clues are accessible by those with prams and wheelchair users, as we’ve determined routes for evidence investigation with as few steps as possible. Check the applicable Whodunit Hunt page(s) for full details, which indicate any accessability issues.

The map below shows all of our murder mystery trails, as well as our new kids trails. Walking murder mystery trails available are indicated by a black walker/runner symbol. Kids trails are indicated by a yellow star. Pipeline walking Whodunits are blue – if you’re interested in one of these then please contact us and we’ll tell you when they’re available.

Use the card or Paypal link in the page of whichever Whodunit Hunt you are interested in to purchase it.

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Driving Hunts

driving direcionsIf you have access to a vehicle / motorbike (or are a super cyclist) then try a driving Whodunit Hunt! They all take you to several amazing places, include lovely scenery, and reveal much history. Some are circular routes (i.e. start and end points are nearby) while others are linear. Directions are given along the route, though sometimes you’ll be on the lookout for signs to navigate to a clue.

We have 30 Driving Whodunit Hunts available, with more in the pipeline. Click on a location link of those available for more detail. Map available at the bottom of the page to locate trails in a particular area.

  • In County Antrim are three driving Whodunits – the Antrim Coast trail (starts at Larne), our Antrim Castles trail (starts north Belfast), and our magical Belfast Narnia Trail.
  • We’ve just launched a taster trail in North East Antrim for if you want to start off small – the Torr Road Trail starting at Cushendun.
  • The deluxe Ards Peninsula trail starts at Bangor and ends at Grey Abbey.
  • Two driving Whodunits start in Dundalk – the Blackrock Coastal Trail and our Patrick Kavanagh Trail, the latter following in the footsteps of the famous Irish poet.
  • The Boyne Valley drive starts at the amazing Monasterboice Crosses site in County Louth (shown in the photo).
  • The Cavan Lakelands trail explores the beautiful lakes of County Cavan and our new Ancient East Churches trail starts at Kingscourt and ends in County Monaghan at the amazing tin church of Laragh.
  • Our first Whodunit in County Kildare is the Clane-Maynooth Trail.
  • The Cooley Peninsula trail starts at Newry and ends near Dundalk, with beautiful coastal scenery.
  • The Diamond Trail starts near Loughgall and ends at historic Tynan village.
  • In County Donegal there are now two recently launched driving Whodunits, the stunning Inishowen Peninsula and the Barnesmore Gap Trail.
  • Our Glenshane-Heaney Trail hops between Mid Ulster and County Derry to visit numerous historic sites with stunning countryside!
  • The Harry Ferguson Trail is a taster Whodunit Hunt (for if you’re short on time) which follows in the footsteps of the famous inventor.
  • The Lecale Coast Trail, starting at Maghera near Newcastle and ending in Ardglass, is jam-packed with historic sites!
  • The Lough Neagh trail explores the western side of the Lough from Oxford Island to historic Cranfield Church.
  • Our Lower Lough Erne Trail stops at numerous historic sites all around the lough.
  • Our Meath Murder Mystery starts at ancient Athboy, visiting fabulous sites including Fore Abbey. A more recent launch is our Meath-Fingal Coast Trail that explores the coastline from Drogheda to Rush.
  • The Newry & Mourne area has several driving Whodunits – Mourne Coast, Mourne Mountains, Slieve Croob, and Slieve Gullion trails. Our Newry Canal Trail murder mystery also starts on the outskirts of Newry.
  • Our Sperrins trail explores the many historic sites in this mountainous area.
  • The St Patrick’s Trail starts at historic Inch Abbey, Downpatrick, and follows in the footsteps of St Patrick.
  • The Tassagh Trail starts at Markethill in County Armagh and ends at Darkley Wood with the fairies!
  • The Torrent Trail (named after the river) starts at Donaghmore, near Dungannon, and ends at Aughnacloy.

Most clues are suitable for wheelchair users or those with prams as our detectives have determined accessible routes as far as possible. The amount of walking is usually less than on Walking Hunts and spread across several clue stops. Check individual trail pages for full details.

Note: if you live along the clue route of a Whodunit Hunt you fancy trying but it’s inconvenient to drive to the start, simply begin with the clue that is closest to you and, once you get to the end, drive to the start and solve the rest of the clues!

On Driving Whodunit Hunts, the majority of clues aren’t far from where you park, so an accompanying dog could be left in the car if you wish. Very occasionally, several clues are at one stop and in such cases it is best to take your pet with you – maybe your dog can help sniff out one or two clues! 🙂

See the map below for available Whodunit Hunts, with driving murder mysteries indicated by a purple car symbol. Those coloured orange are for future launch – if you’re interested in hearing about them, please contact us and we’ll email you when they’re available.

Use the card or Paypal link in the page of whichever Whodunit Hunt you are interested in to purchase it.

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Be Sherlock Holmes For A Day!

Looking for a fun, unique, and great value outdoor adventure? Whether you’re planning a day out with friends, family, or even a date, Whodunit Hunt trails offer the perfect mix of mystery, exploration, and excitement.

Love playing Cluedo ®? Ever imagined yourself as Sherlock Holmes or Miss Marple? Or just like doing fun activities outdoors? If so, we think you’ll love solving our outdoor murder mysteries!

What’s A Whodunit Hunt?

A Whodunit Hunt is a self-guided outdoor murder mystery trail that takes you on a fascinating journey through places rich in history, culture, and natural beauty! Solve clues to identify the guilty suspect who murdered the poor victim, the weapon they used, and the crime scene location. Think Cluedo® but outdoors… with fun and fresh air, a bit of exercise, and an exciting way to discover new places. You might even stumble upon hidden gems right on your doorstep! Or make sightseeing even more fun when visiting a new area – our Whodunit trails are a great way of seeing lots of great places without you needing to do the research!

How It Works

  • Choose your trail – pick from a variety of locations across Ireland, each with unique clues and routes. Over 80 trails available!
  • Follow the directions – we provide step-by-step instructions so no map is needed!
  • Solve the mystery – work through the clues to identify the suspect, weapon, and crime scene location. If you get stuck, use our email clue help service.
  • Submit your answer to the Superintendent to see if you’ve cracked the case. If you have, you’ll be entered into our prize draws!
  • Once you’ve bought a trail you can do it on any day that suits you!

Types Of Clues You’ll Solve

Suspect clues – find names on signs, grave stones, or landmarks; some may even be anagrams!

Weapon Clues – eliminate weapons based on two-digit evidence IDs: this may relate to a date, a measurement … or a simple maths sum!

Location Clues – rather than a room, as with Cluedo®, identify real-world locations such as a museum or a coffee shop.

SS Drogheda JFor an extra challenge, keep an eye out to find four Super Sleuth picture clues for an extra entry into our prize draws! But you don’t need to find them to solve the murder mystery.

Where Are Our Whodunit Hunts?

Whodunit Hunts are across Ireland, both north and south of the border, each of them unique. We already have trails in many counties, and our detectives are busy gathering clues for even more locations and counties!

Our Walking Whodunit Hunts are at a single place – on foot at a city, town, or a village. We’ve also recently launched one for young kids!

On Driving Whodunit Hunts, travel between multiple locations by car… or bike for fit cyclists!

Use the options under the ‘Buy & Explore’ menu for details on (and to order) a Whodunit Hunt, with a map to find one at a place that you fancy exploring.

Need More Information?

See our FAQs page for common questions, explore our website, or get in touch with any queries on the Contact Us page.

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