Free real life treasure hunt coming to Penwortham - with chance to win cash prizes

A free, real-life treasure hunt is coming to Penwortham.

Residents can look forward to bagging themselves free cash throughout the town on Friday, thanks to Lancashire-based Elite Competitions.

Each prize will be placed inside red ‘Elite Competitions’ boxes, complete with a red bow, and will be available on a first come, first served basis with no strings attached.

The five prizes will be placed in safe and accessible hotspots up and down Penwortham in locations such as Liverpool Road, local parks and landmarks.

The hunt is open to the general public and anyone over the age of 18 can take part.

Clues revealing each location will be released during the day via Elite Competitions’ social media channels, encouraging participants to follow along and race to each drop.

The prize drops will take place all day, meaning there is no need to worry if the first drop is missed.

The event is designed to bring something new and fun to the town as part of the launch of the company's latest £1.7m dream home bundle competition.

Alex Beckett, Elite Competitions CEO said: “We wanted to do something genuinely exciting for the local community. This is all about creating a bit of buzz, getting people out and about, and giving away some free cash with no strings attached.

“It’s something different, and we’re looking forward to seeing people get involved on the day.”