Welcome to the adventure! This year, the Time Keepers Guild is calling on families, young explorers, and the young at heart to join the Spring Trail—a FREE family-friendly quest designed to unlock Bodmin’s hidden watery wonders. Whether you’re a local or visiting during Easter, our trail will lead you through enchanted streets, secret wells, and mysterious clues that bring ancient legends to life.
A Quest Inspired by Water and Wonder
The Spring Trail is back for 2025, and it’s better than ever! Inspired by last year’s magical journey and this years Puzzle Panel, we’ve reimagined the adventure with fresh puzzles and legends that celebrate the ever-changing, ever-inviting flow of water throughout Bodmin. Follow the current of clues, dive into the secrets of our historic wells, and uncover the tale of the lost Bucca—a mythical sea creature that has washed ashore in need of your help.
“Let the magic of water guide you to adventure!”
Meet the Time Keepers Guild
Deep within Bodmin’s winding streets, the Time Keepers Guild has uncovered a mystery: the beloved Bucca has lost its way, and its magical scales are scattered like droplets along our ancient pathways. Now, the Guild needs your insight and curiosity to restore the balance of nature. By solving a series of engaging puzzles and following hidden clues, you can help guide the Bucca back to its ocean home.
The Time Keepers Guild Journal
Every great quest begins with a map! Our beautifully designed Time Keepers Guild Journal is your indispensable guide to the Spring Trail. Inside, you’ll discover:
- Bubbling Puzzles & Secret Clues: Navigate Bodmin’s watery wonders and unlock the mysteries of the Bucca.
- Enchanting Tales: Follow the narrative woven into every page as you journey through historic sites and hidden spots.
- Local Adventures: Explore places you’ve never seen before, with each location adding a splash of color and magic to your quest.
Pop into The Old Library on the top of the High St (open Mon – Fri 9am – 4pm) to pick up your FREE copy, or visit our website for more information.
Launching at Bodmin Market
We’re kicking off this year’s Spring Trail with a splash! Join us at the intoBodmin stall at Bodmin Market on Saturday, 29th March between 9am and 2pm. Here’s what you can expect:
- FREE Time Keepers Guild Journals: Grab your essential guide to start your adventure.
- Craft: Pick up a Free Spring Trail craft bag to take away.
- Create: Try your hand at creating pop-up eco-artwork with artist Josie Purcell.
Complete the Quest – And Reap the Rewards
As you journey through the Spring Trail, you’ll gather clues and solve puzzles at your own pace, discovering Bodmin’s secret nooks along the way. When you complete your journal, be sure to:
- Claim Your Certificate and Badge: Visit The Old Library Café (open Mon – Fri 9am – 4pm) with your completed journal before 21st April.
- Enjoy Exclusive Treats: Get 20% off a kids’ picnic bag from The Old Library Café to recharge after your adventure.
- Enter Our Competition: Submit your completed journal to enter our prize draw for a magical two-night stay in a Hobbit Hut, courtesy of Acorn Camping & Glamping. Details are provided in the back of the journal.
Your Easter Adventure Awaits!
If you’re looking for a fun way to get out of the house this Easter, the Time Keepers Spring Trail will be available for you to pick up and complete through to the 21st April. With puzzles to solve, stories to discover, and watery places to explore, there’s no better way to celebrate the season than by joining us on this one-of-a-kind adventure.
Some info about the trail accessibility
- The routes have been selected to be as accessible as possible. There is a mixture of pavements and grass, so if you are taking a buggy or using a wheelchair you may have to make some judgement calls on how you access the landmarks.
- We mapped the longer trail as taking 10,000 steps, so be prepared for a day out! We recommend taking a packed lunch.
- You’ll find a QR code in the journal that will take you to Google Maps so you can plan your adventure in advance.
- We made the puzzle book so you can get out and about to explore nature. However, the puzzles are designed so that you don’t have to visit all the land-marks, you can still complete the adventure and claim your certificate and badge.
Ready to dive in?
Visit The Old Library on the top of the High St to pick up your FREE copy of the Time Keepers Guild Journal (Mon – Fri 9am – 4pm), Bodmin’s hidden magic awaits you!