Raworths Book Trail 2024

Family Fun: Raworths Book Trail

Come and play our free QR Code trail game in the Pinewoods!

  • From 8 October to 1 December 2024
  • The Pinewoods, Harrogate
    The trail starts at the War Memorial, from the Valley Gardens.
  • Free for all the family; no need to book, just turn up and have fun finding all 10 hidden codes

The Mission: A Magical Adventure Awaits!
Join us in celebrating the Children’s Festival as part of the Raworths Harrogate Literature Festival with an exciting interactive adventure through the Pinewoods! Gather your family and embark on the Raworths Book Trail, where you’ll find hidden clues and play a fun game together.

Your challenge? Find all 10 Harrogate Book Trail signs scattered through the woods! Each sign features a clever riddle inspired by a beloved classic children’s book. Solve all the riddles, uncover the hidden letters, and you could be in with a chance to win some fantastic prizes!

The Prizes:
At the end of the trail on 2nd December, one lucky family will win a complete set of the 10 classic books featured on the trail. But that’s not all—there are also five Waterstones gift cards worth £10 each up for grabs! Ready to get started?

How to Play:

Step 1:
Set off on your adventure and keep your eyes peeled for our special signs hidden around the Pinewoods. Scan the QR codes on all 10 signs as you go.

Step 2:
Each sign has a riddle to solve. Have fun figuring it out! Once you’ve cracked the riddle, you’ll reveal a hidden letter—make sure to write it down somewhere safe!

Step 3:
After collecting all 10 letters, unscramble them to form a secret word.

Step 4:
Think you’ve solved it? Head to the ‘Answer’ page to submit your word!

Step 5:
We’d love to see your family having fun along the trail! Share your adventure with us by posting a picture and tagging us:

  • X: @harrogatefest
  • Facebook: Harrogate International Festivals
  • Instagram: @harrogatefestivals
    And don’t forget to use #RaworthsLitFest.

Step 6:
To be in with a chance of winning, don’t forget to enter your contact details when submitting your answer. Winners will be selected at random, so keep an eye on your inbox!

Important Details:

  • Winners will be contacted by email from the Harrogate International Festivals office and will have 7 days to claim their prize.
  • Prizes cannot be exchanged for alternatives or cash.

Sponsored by:

This family fun is brought to you in partnership with the Pinewoods and Questr.