As the title says, it has been a while! My last blog post was in November 2019, and we all know what happened shortly after that...  The break I had two life changes in one. As well as a global pandemic, I had my first child in 2020. Becoming a parent changes everything and weirdly, you have a lot less time to play escape rooms! I had my second child in 2023, so even less time for escape rooms. The return I'm not yet back to the dizzying heights of 2019, and probably never will be, but in 2025 my escape room career resumed (with many thanks to the wonder of grandparents). I love a good graph, so here's 'My life in escape rooms': A themed alternative My primary love for escape rooms lies in the theming and immersion. I get pure escapism from disappearing to another world for an hour and diving into the puzzles and mysteries. I've also always loved theme parks and with a young family, we've all found a common love for the rides, escapism and experiences they offer...

i Game Closed This game has closed and is no longer available to play. Room Story - from Lakes Escapes Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house, bickering erupted, who knows what about. One by one the family went out for air and when they came back, under the tree was bare. You have 60 minutes to figure out who stole Christmas and save the day for everyone. Can you do it? Key Stats Room Name Who Stole Christmas? Venue Lakes Escapes Location Workington, UK Date 08/11/2019 Escape Time 31:06 Team Size 2 My Recommended Team Size 2 - 5 Review This is a pop-up Christmas room and is only running for a limited time . Last year we only played a single festive escape room, and it seemed like there weren’t too many around. According to this  post from Escape The Review there are over 50 games this year! We’ve got 3 booked so far – and we kicked off the festive escape room season with the fantastic Who ...

Room Story - from Tulleys It's 1926 here in Chicago, and depression is still rife. Jobs are few and far between and the Prohibition has been in force for six years now. Everyone still drinks, nothin' has changed. But now the mob control the streets, the supply and the money. The influence of the Outfit is far reaching. Most of the cops are even under their control. Who can put them in the joint? You can, that's who. The Commissioner has put together a special task force of straight, trusted cops and you're on the team. You've spent the last few months infiltrating their network and now tonight is the night to get the evidence you need to put them away forever. But it won't be easy, your cover might be blown! Do you have what it takes? Key Stats Room Name The Outfitters Venue Tulleys Escape Rooms Location Crawley, UK Date 17/08/2019 Escape Time 55:44 Team Size 3 My Recommended Team Size 3 - 6 Review The Outfitters was our 2nd game at Tu...

i Game Closed This game has closed and is no longer available to play. Room Story - from Lucardo Notorious gangster Tommy Neil is one of the most wanted criminals in the country. You have been chasing his tail without success for nearly ten years, his luck seems to be running out - his right-hand man has turned himself in to the authorities. He is currently in a safe house before being entered into witness protection. As the lead investigation team in this highly coveted case, it is your job to interview the witness and extract everything possible to finally convict Tommy. Be prepared for twists and turns in this epic game. Key Stats Room Name Safe House Venue Lucardo Location Rawtenstall, UK Date 01/09/2019 Escape Time 46:46 Team Size 3 My Recommended Team Size 2 - 4 Review Lucardo Rawtenstall is one of our favourite venues, so we were really excited when they announced the opening of their 4th game. Safe House is set i...