Eccleshall - Village Heart & High St.

The Lost Silver of Eccleshall - Can YOU Uncover the Royal Ransom?

Long ago, in the year 1190, Bishop Hugo Nonant and his brother were accused of stealing the King's ransom. It had been raised to free King Richard I from captivity in Austria after he was taken prisoner on the way home from the Third Crusade. Unable to prove their innocence or summon the silver stash, the brothers fled to the continent to escape persecution. The silver coins were never unearthed… until now!

Local historians were baffled when an ancient, fragile map was discovered in the archives. They've sent it to us at the Exploration Society, and our marvellous team at HQ have recreated the map and translated the clues from Latin. Now, all we need is YOU - a band of top explorers - to follow the clues and pinpoint the place where the silver is stashed away. Good luck!

The Eccleshall Treasure Hunt

Are you looking for something to do with family and friends or seeking a fun day out with the kids in Eccleshall? Then why not explore Eccleshall on this self-guided treasure hunt themed Treasure Trail. As you follow the Trail route, can you solve the sneaky clues set on existing buildings, permanent features, and monuments to discover the location of the buried treasure?

This is a short circular route in a village that packs more interest into a small area than many a large town. The route primarily focuses on the imposing High Street and its buildings, so don't forget your camera!

Join us on the hunt for the lost silver of Eccleshall and become a part of history!