Escape rooms are becoming more and more popular for children’s parties. They offer immersive experiences that combine fun, education, and teamwork, and should keep the whole party entertained for a solid hour. Here is the top five escape rooms in the UK suitable for children’s parties:
1. Trapped in Fiction – Basingstoke
Trapped in Fiction offers two unique story-driven escape rooms, that immerse you in fun adventures based on fictional stories. Both the Forbidden Room of Fun and Peter Pan escape rooms are designed to suit children starting at the age of 6+, making them perfect for family and birthday celebrations. The puzzles are designed to be engaging, and provide fun while getting you to use your head.
They have one of the largest capcities in the area, as their Forbidden Room of Fun game can take up to 8 people at once. Whereas most escape rooms tend to have a limit of 6.
The Forbidden Room of Fun – This game is full of childhood games such as shooting Nerf guns, Jenga, and Monopoly, and offers a mix of physical and mental puzzles.
Peter Pan – Go on a magical journey from the Darling children’s bedroom to Neverland, and help rescue the Lost Boys from Captain Hook.
If you’re looking for a unique engaging experience with a lot of excitement, then Trapped In Fiction is the perfect choice for your child’s birthday activity.
Website: (http://www.trappedinfiction.com)
2. ClueQuest – London
ClueQuest has a number of spy-themed escape rooms which are both fun and engaging. You will go on missions like PLAN52 and Operation BlackSheep and they have some fun character based storylines to offer something a bit different to the average escape room. With rooms that allow kids to feel like secret agents, ClueQuest provides an action-packed experience suitable for children’s parties.
Website: (https://cluequest.co.uk)
3. Escape London – London
Escape London offers a large number of escape rooms, and recommend 3 of their escape rooms specifically for children in mind. The themes of the 3 rooms are Escape the Seven Seas, Witchcraft & Wizardry, and Taken 2. And they also provide trained Game Masters to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. With rooms designed to captivate young minds, Escape London is a great choice for children’s parties.
Website: (https://www.escape-london.co.uk/escape-rooms-kids)
4. Enigma Quests – London
Enigma Quests offers immersive escape rooms with themes like The Heist, Magic School, and Submarine Infiltration. These rooms are designed for teens and pre-teens, providing engaging puzzles and multi-room layouts. The experiences are built on captivating stories, offering an incredible adventure for children’s parties.
Website: (https://enigmaquests.london/escape-rooms/for-teenagers)
5. The Crystal Maze LIVE Experience – London
Based on the TV programme which was recently revised, The Crystal Maze LIVE Experience offers thrilling team-based challenges across 4 themed zones, Futuristic, Aztec, Industrial, and Medieval. Suitable for children aged 13 and up, it provides an exciting and memorable experience for children’s parties.
Website: (https://www.thecrystalmaze.com)
Booking and Availability
It’s advisable to visit the websites provided to check current availability, booking options, and any age-specific recommendations or restrictions for each escape room. Booking in advance is recommended to ensure a smooth experience for your children’s party