Step into Victorian Manchester for a thrilling self-guided murder mystery tour where the city becomes your very own outdoor escape room. Industrial magnate Victor Alden has been found murdered inside Manchester Cathedral, leaving behind only a smudged chalk sketch and a trail of cryptic symbols.

Was the killer a jealous lover? A competing inventor? A furious worker wronged by Alden’s empire? Follow the clues through Manchester’s most iconic landmarks — from the Cathedral Quarter and Exchange Square to John Rylands Library and the Northern Quarter — as you solve puzzles, decode hidden messages, and eliminate suspects one by one.

Perfect for couples, friends, families, tourists, and locals, this Manchester murder mystery walking tour blends history, intrigue, and problem-solving into an unforgettable day out.

All you need is your guide, your curiosity, and your best detective instincts.
Can you uncover the truth behind Victor Alden’s murder?