INTRODUCTION TO THE HALIFAX ADVENTURE

Welcome to The Halifax Adventure

A unique, ongoing historical mystery game based entirely on real Halifax and Calderdale history.

Every clue, every place, and every reference you will encounter in this game is based on accurate records, old maps, archives, photographs, and genuine events.
Nothing is invented — only revealed.

This is not just a game.
It is an unfolding detective story that brings Halifax’s hidden past back to life.

How the Game Works🔎 1. Each stage is a puzzle.

You will be presented with:🔐 2. Each stage is password-protected.

  • A piece of evidence (map, diary extract, photo, document, sketch, object)
  • A short story segment
  • A factual historical reference
  • A question you must answer

To progress, you must solve the puzzle and enter the correct password.

When the answer is correct, you receive:Work Together

  • The password for the next stage
  • A new piece of the story
  • A deeper mystery to investigate

Players are encouraged to:

  • Share theories
  • Compare findings
  • Research together
  • Solve clues as a community

You can join or create a Facebook discussion group to collaborate with others during the adventure.What Makes This Game Different✔ 100% factual

Every clue is based on:

  • Genuine Halifax history
  • Real maps
  • Real places
  • Real archives
  • Verifiable events

You will learn real things about Calderdale while solving the mystery.✔ Never-ending

New stages and chapters will be added regularly.
Halifax holds centuries of stories — and this adventure will continue exploring them.✔ Calderdale-wide scope

Clues may lead you to:

  • Southowram
  • Siddal
  • Shibden
  • Shelf
  • Copley
  • Sowerby
  • Rastrick
  • Halifax town centre

Anywhere history has left a trace, a clue may appear.✔ Multi-platform potential

The game can expand into:

  • Online chapters
  • Real-world treasure hunts
  • Pub events
  • Seasonal specials
  • Merchandise
  • Sponsored clues
  • A printed adventure book

This is only the beginning.

Start the Game

When you are ready, proceed to:👉 Stage 1 — “Where the Line Breaks”

Here you will receive your first historical map fragment from 1745
— and your mystery truly begins.

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