Lorna Garrity

Treasure Hunts in North East England with a difference! Get 15 Treasure Hunts for price of 1! 

Designed to challenge the mind and allow families to explore picturesque places.  Word Hunt Adventures is a book containing 15 cities, towns and villages, consisting of York, Whitby, Harrogate, Ripon, Richmond, Durham, Pickering, Hawes, Middleham, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, Staithes, Knaresborough, Barnard Castle and Goathland. Like a treasure hunt for words, use map reading skills, solve clues and riddles, and hunt for hidden words to complete the crossword puzzles.

If you love scavenger hunts and looking for buried treasure, if you like mystery solving and outdoor adventures, these word hunt quests are just what you need. Test your navigation skills and see if “X marks the spot” as you use maps and clues to complete fifteen crossword puzzles, where you search and find the words across beautiful locations of Britain.

Like Geocaching but without the electronic devices, Word Hunt Adventures takes you back to the time of ‘I spy’ and pirate adventures, where discovery and exploration come hand in hand with mystery solving in real life expeditions and treasure hunts. Compacted into one travel-friendly book, Word Hunt Adventures can be your companion throughout the year as you discover new places to visit and complete all fifteen puzzles and locations.

An additional adventure can also be had on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, where three of the Word Hunts can be conquered whilst you travel aboard the iconic stream train, between Pickering, Goathland and Whitby. If you are a Harry Potter fan, you will also know that Goathland was the filming location for the train station of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.

If you love a bit of history, you will also find all that you need with Word Hunt Adventures. The hunts take you to ruined castles, through old churchyards, to majestic cathedrals, down historic streets, past playgrounds and along riversides. All you need is your pencil and a picnic!

10% of profits go towards Marrick Priory Bursury Fund – making outdoor fun and exploration more accessible.

What Teachers Love About The Book

  • Map reading
  • Crossword puzzles
  • Clues and riddles
  • Mystery solving
  • Hidden treasures
  • Vocabulary expansion
  • Outdoor exploration
  • Historical sites
  • Treasure hunts

What The Readers Think

About The Author

Lorna Garrity’s journey has been a fascinating blend of passion and professional accomplishments. While her heart was always drawn to the outdoors, she spent many years in the corporate world in Sydney, Australia, as a Project Management and Agile Leader, while also raising two beautiful children.

In 2021, Lorna and her family made a pivotal decision to return to their home in the northern part of the UK, where they found a picturesque haven on the border of the Yorkshire Dales. Settling in the historic town of Richmond, complete with its castle and abbey, Lorna’s soul found solace in the vast hills and green valleys, which became the perfect training ground for her avid trail running pursuits. As a lover of exploration, Lorna deeply enjoys uncovering hidden treasures within the beautiful cities, towns, and villages that England is renowned for. It is this passion for adventure and her desire to share the wonders of her homeland that inspired Lorna to create “Word Hunt Adventures,” a puzzle book designed to ignite curiosity, foster exploration, and create engaging experiences for families.

About The Author

Lorna Garrity’s journey has been a fascinating blend of passion and professional accomplishments. While her heart was always drawn to health and the outdoors, she spent many years in the corporate world in Sydney, Australia, in the Information Technology field as a Project Management and Agile Leader.

In 2021, Lorna and her family made a pivotal decision to return to their home in the northern part of the UK, where they found a picturesque haven on the border of the Yorkshire Dales. Settling in the historic town of Richmond, complete with its castle and abbey, Lorna’s soul found solace in the vast hills and green valleys, which became the perfect training ground for her avid trail running pursuits. As a lover of exploration, Lorna deeply enjoys uncovering hidden treasures within the beautiful cities, towns, and villages that England is renowned for. It is this passion for adventure and her desire to share the wonders of her homeland that inspired Lorna to create “Word Hunt Adventures,” a puzzle book designed to ignite curiosity, foster exploration, and create engaging experiences for families.

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An Adventure of Hidden Treasures

Northern England boasts an incredible blend of history, natural beauty, and charming towns, making it a perfect destination for a memorable road trip. From medieval castles to picturesque landscapes, there’s something for every adventurer.

In this blog, we’ll guide you through planning the perfect road trip through some beautiful places, uncovering hidden treasures and making lasting memories. And to keep the kids and yourself entertained during the journey, we have the perfect companion: “Word Hunt Adventures” by Lorna Garrity. This puzzle book will add extra excitement and exploration to your trip!

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Get The Book Now!

Word Hunt Adventures is now available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble.

Lorna Garrity is an avid adventurer who loves to explore new places as well as old. A lover of old castles and steam railways, these passions form part of her Word Hunt Adventures.

Word Hunt Adventures

"Word Hunt Adventures" by Lorna Garrity: Engaging puzzles, historical gems, and family fun. Explore the North East's secrets, one word at a time!

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