The Sunday Post (Inverness)

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The Hogwarts Express in the Harry Potter movies is the famous steam train, The Jacobite. Fans of the famously magical train can even book a seat in the Harry Potter compartmen­t.

What with working from home and lockdown restrictio­ns, lunch hour has become something of a bore.

But a new venture could transform your daily break into a detective mystery, treasure hunt or spy mission.

More than 1,200 of the self-guided Treasure Trails are now available in the UK, with 150 in Scotland, including these:

Banff Treasure Hunt: Set off on an adventure circling the remains of a medieval castle, visit the picturesqu­e harbour and enjoy spectacula­r views of the Moray coastline.

Bridge of Allan Spy Mission: Explore this old Victorian spa town, travelling along Henderson Street, from the bridge over Allan Water to Pullar Memorial Park.

Edinburgh Royal Mile Detective Mystery: Uncover mysterious tales while venturing around ancient cobbled streets.

Glasgow City Treasure Hunt: Calling all pirates! Explore the west side of the city centre, with its stunning Victorian architectu­re, while looking for clues to find treasure.

Edinburgh Old Town Treasure Hunt: Explore the east end of the Royal Mile, twisting and turning through ancient streets, stumbling upon landmarks and learning about famous figures who shaped the city.

Dumfries Mystery Detective Mystery: Spot the clues en-route to solve a whodunnit. Starting at Whitesands, continue along Bank Street, and pass famous locations, ending at the Burns Statue.

Aberfoyle and Kinlochard Spy Mission: Trailers will need their bikes for this cycling trail which explores Aberfoyle, before taking the picturesqu­e road alongside Loch Ard to Kinlochard.

Aberdeen Detective Mystery: This mysterious route runs from historic Castlegate to some of the most scenic areas of Aberdeen. Explore Marischal College, St Nicholas Kirkyard and the harbour.

Stonehaven Heritage Treasure Hunt: Look high and low for clues beginning at Queen Elizabeth Park. Visit the town’s most historic sites, from Mineralwel­l Park to the harbour and Market Square.

St Andrews West Sands Spy Mission: Explores the iconic West Sands, as seen in Chariots Of Fire.

Booklets, priced £9.99, are available at treasuretr­ails.co.uk

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