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Wonder at the historic architecture, explore the majestic waterways and discover compelling factoids about your surroundings on this Birmingham Murder Mystery Trail.
The Peaky Finders Birmingham Murder Mystery Trail is a self-guided walking tour that navigates you past some of the best historical and cultural landmarks that the city has to offer. Birmingham tourist sites along this trail include:
The Birmingham Murder Mystery Trail route is relatively flat and about 4km long. Allow 2.5 hours to appreciate your surroundings and complete the trail at a leisurely pace. There are plenty of refreshment stops and photo opportunities along the way. This trail makes a great day out for tourists and locals alike. Available for instant download. So, what are you waiting for?!
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The case synopsis:
A jewellery heist. The death of a factory owner. Organised and violent street gangs running rampant. Faced with your most fearsome challenge, you must contend with the Peaky Blinders gang and unwind a trail of deception in this bustling city full of grandeur and squalor. Can you play a blinder and help the overstretched police force solve this baffling case?
Trail overview:
Our trails are self-guided walking tours. This means you can conquer them at your own pace, taking as many detours and pit-stops as you desire. We’ve investigated all the highlights each location offers, which have been carefully crafted into each trail. There are plenty of must-see landmarks, selfie opportunities, and refreshment stops along each route. So, get ready to unlock a whole new world of adventure, as city breaks will never be the same again!
Simply download and print the trail in colour onto A4 paper, and you’re ready to go. No access to a printer? No worries. Alternatively, you can view the PDF trail using any tablet or smartphone device. Make sure to bring along a pen and paper to sketch out occasional clues and note down your answers to complete the finale metapuzzle with a celebratory refreshment. Learn more…
Who is the trail aimed at?
Killer Trails are challenging adventures full of riddles, cryptic puzzles and gripping stories for anyone who loves to explore, socialise and learn. Our murder-mystery-style treasure hunts make for a thrilling city break or day out with spouses, friends, colleagues and the whole family. So if you enjoy escape rooms, puzzles, scavenger hunts, ghost and historical tours, murder mysteries or board games, you’re in for a killer time. Before you’ve even solved your first Murder Mystery Trail, you’ll be dying to do another!
If you’re looking for a stag party or hen-do treasure hunt, then our Murder Mystery Trails are great entertainment and an ideal ice-breaker. Everyone will get to know each other while solving clues and exploring the local area. Plus, there are plenty of traditional pubs and refreshment stops en route! As our trails are self-guided, you can take as many pitstops and detours as you wish. For larger groups, please purchase an additional copy for every six people. For example, ten people require two purchases of a trail.
Plot a killer day out in Birmingham
Birmingham (or Brum to the locals) is an industrial hub with a vibrant, creative heart. Boasting thousands of acres of public parks, rich history and more canals than Venice, this city is a blindingly brilliant place to walk and wonder! In the 18th and 19th Centuries Birmingham was the centre of the industrial revolution, when factories dominated and major developments in technology and science were made. Today, Birmingham has become the second largest city in the UK and delivers surprise and delight in equal measures.
Birmingham is renowned for its eclectic mix of museums, shops, canals, fine food, music and architecture. Marvel at futuristic gems like the Library of Birmingham and the gleaming Selfridges Bullring, or be in awe of historic landmarks like the Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery or St. Philip’s Cathedral. Walk in the footsteps of notable people from Birmingham’s history such as J.R.R. Tolkein, Black Sabbath and the Peaky Blinders gang. When the sun sets, Birmingham boasts a diverse nightlife, from fancy cocktail bars to some of the UK’s oldest pubs. If you’re searching for the best things to do in Birmingham… call off the search! This Birmingham walking tour captures the best of Birmingham, leaving you with a clear understanding of what the city has to offer, and a smile on your face.
Factoid: Did you know around 40% of all British jewellery is made in Birmingham’s famous Jewellery Quarter?
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*The route is all paved or solid. Some road crossing points may not have dropped kerbs. Section of canal towpath has uneven brick paving that may be difficult to negotiate. Head to Visit Birmingham’s accessibility page for more local information.
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