Sustrans Tour de Swindon Self-Led Geocaching Treasure Hunt!

Sustrans have set out some geocaches around Peatmoor lagoon and National Cycle Route 45. It is part of the Sustrans 2014 Tour de Swindon programme of events. These geocaches are not too tricky and have been placed just off the cycle paths and footpaths for families to enjoy. We have tried to trim any brambles or nettles, but do be careful and we advise that gloves may be appropriate.

We have also included other nearby geocaches placed by others for you to enjoy. This is a self-led treasure trail, so please take the time to read the advice overleaf. The treasure hunt can take 45minutes to two hours, depending on how long you want to spend on it. You don’t have to do everything today, you can always come back another day to find the geocaches. Once you’ve finished, you can head home!

What is geocaching? Geocaching is a real-world, outdoor treasure hunting game using GPS-enabled devices. Participants navigate to a specific set of GPS coordinates and then attempt to find the geocache (container) hidden at that location.

How to get started If you have a geocaching app on your phone you can look up the GC##### number on it, or you can use the satellite image to zoom in to a location, put in co-ordinates into your phone such as google maps (or even your car sat nav), or just use a paper map! If you have GPS, use it to assist you in finding the hidden geocache. Once you have found the cache, sign the logbook and return the geocache to its original location.

What are the rules of geocaching? 1. If you take something from the geocache (or "cache"), leave something of equal or greater value. 2. Write about your find in the cache logbook. 3. Log your experience at www.geocaching.com

How do I find the cache and what should I do once I've found it? There are many things to know about searching for a cache. For instance, did you know that there is a slight "error" to every GPS device due to technological limitations? Your device can get you close to the cache, but there are a number of things to consider as you get closer to the cache location. Find out more on the Geocaching website: www.geocaching.com/about/finding.aspx When you find the cache, sign the logbook and return it to the cache. You can take an item from the cache if you like - just make sure to leave something of equal or greater value in its place. When you are finished, put the cache back exactly as you found it, even if you think you see a better spot for it. Finally, visit the geocaching website to log your find and share your experience with others.

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For Additional Hints, use the Decryption Key below to decipher the code:

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GC581C3 (Currently unregistered) GC581D9

Pike Ride - Sustrans No. 6 Treecycle - Sustrans No. 1 N 51° 34.582 W 001° 49.972 N 51° 34.595 W 001° 49.872 British Grid: SU 11679 86407 British Grid: SU 11794 86430

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Pike Ride - Sustrans no.6 is part of a small series Treecycle - Sustrans no.1 - Head out towards around Peatmoor lagoon and National Cycle Shaw Forest Park, but first stop off and find this Route 45. Enjoy the lagoon and look out to the cache. This geocache is not too far from the path pagoda in the centre. This geocache is a small - it's a small clip box with lots of goodies to clip box with lots of goodies to swap. swap.

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------GC581FB (Currently unregistered) GC3EQTG

Toad on a Roll - Sustrans No. 4 In The Open N 51° 34.592 W 001° 50.030 N 51° 34.577 W 001° 49.662 British Grid: SU 11612 86424 British Grid: SU 12037 86398

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GC581EE GC581E6

Wheelie Barking - Sustrans No. Helmet or High Water – 3 (Currently unregistered) Sustrans No. 2 (Currently unregistered) N 51° 34.882 W 001° 49.330 British Grid: SU 12419 86964 N 51° 34.764 W 001° 49.347 British Grid: SU 12400 86746 Size: (Small) Size: (Small) Difficulty: Terrain: Difficulty: Terrain: Short Description Wheelie Barking - Sustrans no.3 - Enjoy the tree Short Description lined route. This geocache is not too far from the Helmet or High Water - Sustrans no.2 - Ride path - it's a small clip box with lots of goodies to along NCN 45 and enjoy the peace and quiet. swap.

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Sustrans Tour de Swindon Geocaching Safety Notice

We want you to have fun safely, so please take note of the following:

Please remember this is not a race, so don’t rush on the cycle paths or roads

Follow the rules of the Highway Code at all times – take care when passing other cycle lane users, and give them plenty of room. On a bike, always be ready to slow down and stop if necessary

If you’re cycling, make sure your bike is roadworthy and safe to use – in particular check your brakes are working properly and your tyres are pumped up

If you’re cycling, be especially careful where cycle paths meet road junctions, or are near rivers, lakes and canals

Some of the geocaches are hidden near water. Please take extra care near these areas.

In the event of an emergency please dial 999