This Week in the World Scavenger Hunt Tasks - 03 July 2026

The world has been busy this week. Snap a photo of a pub chalkboard or A-board announcing special opening hours for England's overnight World Cup match, Spot a customer wearing an England replica shirt with a 2026 World Cup badge, and more are just two of the stories behind these 30 scavenger hunt challenges.

Each task is tied to a real story, trend, or cultural moment from this week. Grab your phone, head outside, and see how many you can tick off.

This Week's Tasks

1. Snap a photo of a pub chalkboard or A-board announcing special opening hours for England's overnight World Cup match.

* After this week's pub trade discussions about whether to open for the late kick-off.

2. Spot a customer wearing an England replica shirt with a 2026 World Cup badge.

* Fans are already sporting the latest kit ahead of England's tournament campaign.

3. Find a World Cup wall chart display in a newsagent or supermarket.

* Retailers have stocked tournament wall charts as the World Cup kicks off.

4. Photograph a supermarket end-of-aisle promotion for World Cup party snacks e.g. Pringles, Doritos, or sharing bags.

* Shops are pushing match-day food bundles to coincide with the tournament.

5. Locate a pub displaying a 'Live England Match' banner or bunting in colours of St George.

* Pubs are decorating to attract fans for World Cup fixtures.

6. Seek out a World Cup sticker album and starter pack in a corner shop or WH Smith.

* Panini or Topps sticker collections for the 2026 tournament have just been released.

7. Spot a car or house displaying an England flag with '2026' on it.

* Fans are showing support early as the tournament begins this week.

8. Capture a newspaper front page at a newsagent with a headline about England's World Cup chances or an overnight match.

* Newspapers are running back-page leads on the tournament.

9. Find a sports shop window display featuring the new England away kit for the World Cup.

* Kit launches are in full swing ahead of the tournament.

10. Visit a community centre or school advertising a free public screening of a World Cup match.

* Local venues are organising watch parties for the tournament.

11. Snap a photo of a betting shop window with odds displayed for the 'England to win the World Cup' market.

* Bookmakers are promoting tournament betting as the competition starts.

12. Locate a bakery selling football-themed cupcakes or a 'World Cup cake' with 2026 icing.

* Bakeries are creating special treats for the tournament.

13. Spot a World Cup themed cocktail or drink special on a pub blackboard (e.g. 'Hat-Trick Mojito' or 'Extra Time Ale').

* Pubs are creating match-day drink offers to attract customers.

14. Find a charity collection box or bucket with a 'World Cup sweepstake' sign in a pub or workplace.

* Office sweepstakes and pub charity pools are common during the tournament.

15. Photograph a TV in a pub showing a World Cup match or pre-match analysis.

* Pubs are tuning in early for live coverage.

16. Seek out a bus shelter advert for a mobile network promoting 5G coverage for streaming World Cup matches.

* Telecom brands are advertising their match-streaming capabilities.

17. Spot a child's drawing or poster in a shop window saying 'Go England' or 'World Cup 2026'.

* Community spirit is high as the tournament begins.

18. Find a pub beer mat or coaster that has a 2026 World Cup fixture list printed on it.

* Breweries and pubs are producing custom merchandise for the tournament.

19. Capture a photo of a street party sign or notice advertising a World Cup street viewing event.

* Neighbourhoods are organising communal screenings.

20. Locate a supermarket checkout end-cap with a 'World Cup BBQ' offer on burgers and sausages.

* Retailers are linking World Cup to summer barbecues.

21. Spot a delivery rider (e.g. Deliveroo, Uber Eats) carrying a World Cup themed hot bag or sticker.

* Delivery apps are using tournament branding to promote match-day food orders.

22. Find a local council notice advertising a traffic closure for a World Cup fan zone.

* Several councils have approved fan zones for major matches.

23. Photograph a pub toilet or wall with a 'World Cup sweepstake' sign-up sheet.

* Sweepstakes are a traditional pub activity during the tournament.

24. Seek out a world map in a library or community centre with flags pinned for the World Cup teams.

* Educational spaces are engaging with the tournament geography.

25. Spot a temporary tattoo or face paint stall in a market or high street selling England flags.

* Market traders are capitalising on World Cup enthusiasm.

26. Find a supermarket own-brand product with a limited edition 'World Cup' packaging redesign (e.g. Tesco or Sainsbury's).

* Supermarkets are releasing special packaging to celebrate the tournament.

27. Capture a photo of a public bench or park bench painted in England colours with a 'Come on England' message.

* Communities are decorating public spaces for the World Cup.

28. Locate a gym or leisure centre advertising a 'World Cup workout' class or football-themed session.

* Fitness venues are offering special classes to capitalise on football fever.

29. Spot a radio or TV installed in a taxi or bus tuned to a World Cup match commentary.

* Drivers are following the tournament live.

30. Find a pub garden with a giant inflatable football or England flag bunting.

* Pubs are creating a festive outdoor atmosphere for match days.

How to Play

These tasks are designed for BucketRace, the UK's favourite scavenger hunt platform. You can play solo or in teams, and each task is meant to be completed in the real world. Snap a photo as proof, share it with your group, and see who can complete the most.

New tasks are published every week based on what is actually happening in the UK, so no two weeks are ever the same. Follow us for next week's challenges.