Basingstoke's 5 Star
Independent Escape Rooms
Enter The Story
Escape The Room
Solve puzzles to become the hero of your own adventure
Solve puzzles to become the hero of your own adventure
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Why Choose Us?
The Trapped In Fiction Experience
You are the Hero
At Trapped In Fiction immerse yourself in a magical world where you’re not just solving puzzles – you’re living the adventure.
For 60 mins, step into the character’s shoes and experience the story firsthand.
Puzzles with Purpose
Our puzzles aren’t just there for the sake of it – they help tell the story. Every challenge feels like something the characters would actually face.
No random puzzles – just fun, creative challenges that make sense in the story and keep your adventure moving!
Independently Owned, Passionately Designed
We’re a proudly independent escape room, created by a passionate escape room enthusiast. Every detail is carefully designed with storytelling and immersive fun in mind.
Our friendly, expert games hosts will guide you through your adventure, and provide personalised clues to keep the game immersive and exciting.
Seasoned escape room veteran? Or first-timer?
We have difficulty levels for everyone!
How Does It Work?
A Guide to Your Escape Room Adventure
Before You Arrive
Choose from Peter Pan Or The Forbidden Room of Fun
Recommended for ages 9/10+
BEGINNER – Not completed any/many escape rooms before
STANDARD – Normally complete rooms quicker than an hour
MORE CHALLENGING – Normally complete rooms in under 45/50 mins
Choose a date and time, and book online
Or Contact Us for dual-room scheduling, or if you have any questions
After You Arrive
Arrive at the time of the booking for a friendly briefing with our expert Games Host
Duration: 10-15 mins
Solve the puzzles and have fun!
Our expert Games Host will give you clues along the way
Duration: Up To 60 mins
Celebrate in style with themed props to hold in your photos
Duration: 5-10 mins