Why was Hull important during the English Civil War?

Imagine a city so important a king tried to take it… and got shut out. That’s Hull and with Mystery Guides’ Mystery of the Golden Telescope, you explore the very streets where history kicked off.

During the Civil War, Hull was a strategic hotspot, and when King Charles I was refused entry in 1642, it helped spark the war.

History here isn’t just on plaques - it’s something you chase. Follow the Mystery Guides trail, solve clever treasure hunt clues, and uncover the stolen Golden Telescope… Hull’s secrets the fun way.

A Lost Treasure Hidden in Plain Sight

Legend has it, the king’s precious telescope - a symbol of power and prestige - was stolen in Hull during the turmoil of the Civil War… and it has never been seen again.

That’s where Mystery Guides Hull: The Mystery of the Golden Telescope comes in. 

Suddenly, Hull’s cobbled streets, historic pubs, and secret alleys are transformed into your very own outdoor escape room. Every corner holds a treasure hunt clue. Every plaque, statue, or hidden doorway could point you closer to the missing telescope.

History Meets Adventure

As you follow the trail, you’ll pass the city’s iconic Civil War sites: the fortified walls that kept King Charles at bay, old warehouses that once stored weapons and provisions, and the winding streets where spies might have whispered secrets.

But this isn’t a boring guided city tour. It’s an interactive treasure hunt where you’re in charge of the story. 

Enjoy solving puzzles, cracking riddles, and discovering hidden spots that even locals often miss. You’re not just learning history - you’re living it, sneaking past imagined sentries and piecing together a mystery centuries in the making…

Perfect for Everyone, at Your Own Pace

The treasure hunt adventure covers takes around 3 hours to complete, making it ideal for friends, families, or solo explorers. Pause for a coffee, take a selfie at the town’s historic landmarks, or stop at a quirky pub along the way - it’s your day, your pace.

No bookings. No schedules. Just grab your Mystery Guide and start the hunt whenever you like.

Can You Find the Golden Telescope with Mystery Guides?

Hull was crucial to a king and central to a civil war… but its greatest treasure might still be hidden. With Mystery Guides Hull, the city becomes your playground of secrets and puzzles. From clever treasure hunt clues to unexpected twists, the hunt is designed to challenge, entertain, and immerse you in history like never before.

The king lost his telescope. Can you find it before it vanishes into legend forever?
Grab your Mystery Guide and step into Hull’s most thrilling historical adventure - history has never been this mysterious.