The Oldham Time Trek is a free, family adventure that brings Oldham’s rich history to life!

Explore 12 special locations around the town centre, each with its own unique story and interactive fun.

You’ll meet amazing animated Augmented Reality (AR) characters and charming illustrated figures who will guide you through Oldham’s past with fascinating facts, exciting mini-activities (like puzzles and challenges), and a special clue for a trail-wide puzzle.

It’s a fantastic way for the whole family to discover the town’s amazing heritage together, any time!

How to Play – It’s Easy!

1. Find a Stop: You can start at any stop you like and visit them in any order, even across different days.
2. Scan the Code: Simply use your smartphone’s camera or QR code reader to scan the QR code on the marker.  No app downloads or registration needed.
3. Explore & Collect: Meet the stop’s character, read their story, enjoy the mini-activity, and collect your letter for the trail-wide puzzle.
4. Solve & Win! Once you’ve visited all 12 stops, you can solve the puzzle to claim your free digital activity pack and special treat* from the Waterstones inside The Spindles (*whilst stocks last; during trading hours only).

Test AR and QR codes on your phone before leaving here: https://highstreetsafari.com/help 

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Great offers on days out and deals for a great time with the kids.

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