Step back in time to the Victorian era at Fort Nelson, where Cabinet Minister Sir Robert Fleet has been murdered. The local constabulary needs help from junior detectives to solve the crime.
Budding investigators can pick up a crime file on arrival, examine the crime scene and gather some evidence to start their quest.
Detectives will find five costumed characters stationed around the Fort - Dr William Wallington, Cook Nancy Nelson, Officer Sidney Southwick, Patrick Purbrook and Constable Walter Widley. Visitors will listen to these suspects’ statements and use the evidence to crack the case.
The free event takes place during February half term - Monday 17 to Friday 21 February. Visitors are asked to book their free tickets online at www.royalarmouries.org to guarantee their visit, as there are capacity limits in place on site.
The activity is aimed at children aged 6 to 12 years old, younger ones might need some adult help to complete the tasks – it will be a fun day out for all the family.
The Mystery at the Fort event is only on weekdays of the February half term and the Fort is open 10am to 4pm.
Ellis Taylor, Public Engagement Officer, said: “Mystery at the Fort will be a fun, free event for all the family. Children will love trying to solve the mystery and having the actors on site will make this a great, interactive activity.
“Come up to Fort Nelson this half term but remember to book your free entry ticket online to guarantee your visit.”