The Sword in the Stone

A sword is held tightly in a block of stone that is sealed with twelve spells and a rod. Only six spells are real and the rod requires a combination number to remove it. The team’s task is to search the grounds to solve the clues in order to find out which six spells need to be removed and also to reveal the combination for the rod. Addresses: team working, creativity, analytical problem solving, leadership, co-ordination and communication.

Complexity: 9 out of 10

Time: 60 minutes

Activity setting: Outdoors

4 to 12 participants

Locations: Highgate House, Woodside