Houdini’s Escape Room Experience is a thrilling, real-life escape game adventure inspired by the Japanese online game ‘Takagism.’ With 26 locations across the UK, we offer 14 uniquely themed escape rooms where players must work together to solve puzzles, riddles, and challenges to escape within a 60-minute time limit.
Many of our locations are conveniently situated in Tenpin entertainment centers, where you can enjoy a wide range of additional activities such as bowling, karaoke, laser tag, arcades, pool, and even more. Whether you’re looking for a fun day out or a special occasion, these venues also provide great places to eat and drink, making Houdini’s Escape Room Experience the perfect destination for entertainment and leisure.
Houdini's Escape Room Experience has 26 locations across the UK, with most venues based in Tenpin entertainment centers. Each location offers thrilling escape room challenges alongside access to activities like bowling, karaoke, laser tag, arcades, and more. Click on your preferred location below for more details or to book:
Current Locations:
- Acton: Tenpin, Royale Leisure Park, Western Ave, London, W3 0PA
- Birmingham: Tenpin, Star City, Watson Rd, Birmingham, B7 5SB
- Bristol: Tenpin, AvonMeads Shopping Park, Bristol, BS2 0SP
- Cheshire Oaks: Tenpin, Coliseum Way, Cheshire Oaks Way, Ellesmere Port CH65 9HD
- Chester: Tenpin, Unit 6, Chester Retail Park, Old Seals Way, Chester, Torfaen, CH1 4RY
- Chichester: Tenpin, Chichester Gate, Leisure Park, Chichester, PO19 8EL
- Coventry: Tenpin, Crosspoint Business Park, Olivier Way, Coventry CV2 2SH
- Crewe: Tenpin, Phoenix Leisure Park, Dunwoody Way, Crewe CW1 3AW
- Derby: Tenpin, Foresters Leisure Park, Derby, DE23 8AG
- Dewsbury: Tenpin, Unit 2, Dewsbury Retail Park, Railway Street, Dewsbury, WF12 8EQ
- Doncaster: Tenpin, Doncaster Leisure Park, The, Bawtry Rd, Doncaster DN4 7NW
- Dundee: Tenpin, Unit A1, Kingsway West Retail Park, 467 Clepington Road, Dundee, Scotland, DD3 8RX
- Farringdon: The Hope (Smithfield), 94 Cowcross St, London, EC1M 6BH
- Gloucester: Tenpin, Centre Severn, Barnwood, Gloucester GL4 3HR
- Greenwich: 161 Greenwich High Rd, London SE10 8JA
- Kingston: Tenpin, The Rotunda, Clarence St, Kingston upon Thames KT1 1QJ
- Manchester: Tenpin, Parrs Wood Entertainment Centre, Wilmslow Road, Manchester, M20 5PG
- Milton Keynes: Tenpin, 1 Grafton Gate, East, Milton Keynes, MK9 1AH
- Nottingham: Tenpin, Clifton Blvd, Redfield Way, Nottingham NG7 2UW
- Sheffield: Tenpin, 1-13 Angel Street, Sheffield, S3 8LN
- Southampton (Site 1): Tenpin, Auckland Road, Southampton, SO15 0SD
- Southampton (Site 2): 9A Castle Way, Southampton, SO14 2BX
- Stafford: Tenpin, Grey Friars' Pl, Stafford, ST16 2SD
- Swindon: Tenpin, Shaw Ridge Leisure Park, Whitehill Way, Swindon, SN5 7DN
- Walsall: Tenpin, Unit 12, Crown Wharf Retail Park, Wolverhampton St, Walsall WS2 8LL
- Worcester: Tenpin, Perdiswell Park, Droitwich Road, Worcester, WR3 7SN
- York: Tenpin, Stirling Road, Clifton Moor Centre, York, YO30 4WZ
Coming Soon:
We’re expanding! New locations will soon open in Swansea (opens Feb 22nd), Cardiff, Harpurhey, Leeds, Redditch, and Wakefield.
Houdini's Escape Room Experience offers 60 minutes of thrilling gameplay that is fun, exciting, and memorable—perfect for enjoying with friends, colleagues, or family. Our escape rooms are designed to be highly challenging, providing a great sense of achievement while encouraging teamwork and collaboration as you solve puzzles and riddles together.
As part of your experience, you'll also receive a free group photo taken after the game to commemorate your adventure. An escape room is unlike any other leisure activity, combining mental challenges, adrenaline, and fun for an unforgettable experience.
Ready to experience the adventure? Book Now and secure your spot today!
You can book your escape room experience online through our website or by calling us at 0800 999 1996.
We do accommodate last-minute bookings and walk-ins when availability allows. However, since room slots are limited each day, we recommend arriving early in the day to secure a spot. Walk-in bookings are offered on a first-come, first-served basis. To guarantee your preferred time slot, we highly recommend booking in advance.
Yes! All escape rooms are private bookings, meaning the room will be exclusively for you and your team -no strangers will be added to your game. This ensures a fully immersive and enjoyable experience with just your group.
Yes! All of our escape rooms are available for 2 players, except for Extinct, which requires a minimum of 4 players due to the complexity of the game.
Visit our Experiences page to see what sort of rooms we offer at each site.
Here you will also find info on each of the rooms, such as maximum number of players and how long each experience lasts.
An adult over 18 must remain on the premises at all times if all the players are under 18.
Very young players may find the puzzles very demanding, and will not get the most out of the game.
Therefore children under 12 MUST be accompanied by an adult in all games.
Children aged 12 - 16 may play Hexmore and Escape From Alcatraz without an adult providing the adult remains on site throughout the visit. All other games must include at least 1 paying adult to participate.
Players aged 16 -18 may play on their own, but the adult (18+) must sign the waiver before the game and remain on the premises throughout the visit, excluding the following escape rooms that have a ladder and need at least one paying adult (18+) that will climb it:
- Extinct at Nottingham and Southampton near West Quay
- Escape from the RMS Titanic at Nottingham
- Temple Raider at Bristol
- Houdini's Last Secret at Cheshire Oaks
Please Note:
- A Curious Case at the Haunted Manor (Acton) is strictly OVER 12s.
- Poppa Plock's Wonky Workshop (Nottingham) is strictly OVER 15s.
- Lady Chastity's Reserve (Farringdon) is strictly OVER 18s.
We do not charge for children under 6. Children aged 6 and above are charged as standard players.
It depends on the room! While most of our escape rooms focus on puzzles and teamwork, some are designed as scary escape rooms with jump scares, eerie atmospheres, or live actor interactions. However, they are still escape rooms first - not full horror experiences.
If you're looking for a spooky challenge, we recommend Room 13 or Creepy Carnival - they aren’t extreme horror, but they will definitely keep you on edge. If you’re unsure which experience is right for you, feel free to contact us!
We are a live entertainment establishment with multiple games per day and as such each game has a specific time slot assigned that you chose when booking.
We require that the whole team arrives at the booked time for your briefing and introduction. At least one adult over 18 must be present if minors (under 18) are participating.
Please be aware that if you arrive late, the following restrictions will apply:
• 15 minutes past your booking time the Game Master will start your game timer for the game duration. You are welcome to play any remaining time once you have completed the waiver and health and safety briefing which are mandatory.
• 20 minutes past your booking time your game is cancelled and no refund or rescheduling allowed.
Please note that Houdini's operates from multiple locations across the United Kingdom, it is your responsibility to check which Location/Site you have booked.
If you arrive at the wrong site your game may be lost and you will forfeit any refund or right to rescheduleю
Once a booking has been made it cannot be refunded. This includes spaces/players that have been booked and are no longer wanted.
We appreciate that sometimes circumstances arise that mean you cannot make your booking.
We will allow you to reschedule your booking before the event:
• if more than 24 hours before the event a £25 reschedule fee will apply
• if less than 24 hours before the event rescheduling is not possible and no refunds will be issued.
In order to reschedule a booking you MUST provide an alternative booking date and time (within 3 months). Bookings cannot be moved without an alternative date and time.
If you made your booking online you should have the option to log into your account and make any amendments and additional payments as required.
As a rule, we are not a wheelchair-accessible venue. Please contact whichever site you are planning on visiting via telephone or email and one of our staff will be able to tell you which rooms are wheelchair friendly.
Please note:
'Escape from the RMS Titanic' includes crawling through the tunnel, so might not be suitable for disabled or pregnant players.
'Room 13' includes live actors.
'Creepy Carnival' includes scary live actors.
Please note that some of our premises include staircases, which may pose challenges for individuals using mobility aids. If this applies to you, please contact us before your visit to discuss your needs.
Yes, you’re welcome to bring your child if needed! Many babies have happily slept through their parents' escape room adventure. We do not charge for children under 6 years old, as they may not be able to fully participate in the game. However, children aged 6 and above are charged as a standard player.
To keep the experience exciting for everyone, we do not allow photos or videos inside the rooms. However, after the game, we will take a free group photo of your team so you can share and remember your adventure! (providing you agree to the terms within the waiver).
A safe place is available, free of charge, to keep your valuables safe whilst in the Escape Room.
Yes! As long as your group stays within the maximum room capacity, you can bring an extra player - no need to let us know in advance. Additional charges will apply, and payment can be made on arrival (please note we are cashless)
You don’t need to bring anything except a sense of adventure and teamwork! All necessary materials are provided. We recommend wearing comfortable clothing and arriving on time of your booking for a briefing before your game starts.
As per above we can re-schedule your booking for you if you would like.
We do not refund ANY tickets once purchased.
No, alcohol is not allowed inside the escape room. If we believe that any member of your team is under the influence of alcohol or drugs, we reserve the right to refuse admission for safety reasons. We want everyone to have a fun and enjoyable experience while staying safe and focused on the game!
Yes! While escape rooms involve enclosed spaces, our game masters monitor you on CCTV at all times. If you ever feel uncomfortable or need to exit, they will allow you to leave the room immediately.
Yes! Pregnant players are welcome to enjoy Houdini’s Escape Room Experience. However, some of our rooms include tunnels to crawl through, ladders to climb, or jump scares, which may not be suitable for everyone. If you have any concerns, we recommend checking with us before booking to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience.
We love pets, but only guide dogs and service dogs are allowed inside our escape rooms. If you have any special requirements, please feel free to contact us before your visit.
While we don’t have a set birthday party package, we do offer various deals and promotions throughout the week and weekend, some of which include food. For the latest offers, please check our Offers Page or contact us for more details.
Our escape rooms make a fun and unique birthday celebration, and many of our locations are within Tenpin entertainment centers, where you can enjoy food, drinks, and other activities like bowling, karaoke, and arcade games.
Absolutely! Houdini’s Escape Rooms are perfect for corporate events, team-building activities, and work outings. Our games encourage collaboration, problem-solving, and communication in a fun and immersive environment. We offer custom packages, private bookings, and multi-room experiences. Contact us to discuss your corporate event needs - call 0800 999 1996 or email corporate@houdinisescape.co.uk
Yes! 🎁 Houdini’s Escape Room gift vouchers make a perfect present for friends, family, and colleagues. They can be used at any of our locations and are valid for 12 months. Purchase yours today on our Gift Voucher Page.
If you haven’t received your free team photo after your escape room experience, please reach out to us at bookings@houdinisescape.co.uk, and our team will be happy to assist you.
Our phone lines are open daily from 10:00 AM – 9:30 PM. You can reach us at 0800 999 1996 for any inquiries or bookings.
Prefer email? No problem! Please send us a message at bookings@houdinisescape.co.uk, and a member of our reception team will get back to you as soon as possible.