Escape room 10+

Prison Breakout

Name: Prison Breakout
Brand: Escape
Rating: 4.75 (9 reviews)

4.75

2 - 6 people60 minutesSherlock level

Wrongfully incarcerated, your team must escape a corrupt prison before the warden returns! Disarm the security systems and break out within the hour.

For prosWith childrenLarge groups

Company Escape

Sherlock level

Not scary

Without actorsActors

EnglishGame language

About the escape room

Your team have been wrongly incarcerated! Having been paid a large sum of money the warden refuses to let you leave the facility. You've been working on escaping for months and now is the time, get out the cells and break into the medical room to disarm the security systems. You need to be quick though, as the prison warden will be back in an hour!

Brief assessment

Navigator AI

A tense, teamwork-heavy prison escape set inside real former courthouse cells. Go for the split start, on-theme puzzles, and that race-the-warden urgency.

4.75

9 reviews

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Location

Paid Parking

Wifi

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AI Overview

AIPlayers rave about the authentic setting and a split start that makes communication essential. The puzzle flow feels fair and thematic, though experienced teams found it on the straightforward side. There’s a lot to do, and several suggest bringing four players; two may feel pressed for time. Some mention brief frustration when separated players can’t help each other early on.

WeaknessesFor two players it can feel like a sprint, with the clock breathing down your neck. The separation can leave someone waiting while others do solo tasks. Veterans may find the puzzles relatively straightforward.

StrengthsAtmosphere is spot-on thanks to genuine cells and strong theming. Puzzles largely flow well and fit the story. The split start adds novelty and energy.

SecurityDespite using real cells, it’s a controlled, staffed environment and no safety issues were raised in reviews. Briefings and monitoring keep things on track.

Level of fearNot a horror room; tension comes from time pressure, not jump scares. Suitable for families with older kids who can handle the split start and communication load.

Actors' gameNo live actors are mentioned in the reviews; interaction is mainly between your team and the room’s mechanisms. Expect guidance from the game master rather than character play.

Quality of riddlesClean, in-theme logic that generally reads fair and flows nicely. Some teams found them relatively straightforward, but there’s plenty to keep a group busy. Communication puzzles shine during the split start.

PlotWrongly locked up, you break out of your cells, infiltrate the medical room, and shut down security before the warden returns. The one-hour deadline keeps the stakes high without overcomplicating the story.

Difficulty levelBest with three to four players; two will feel the workload and time pressure. Experienced escapers may breeze the logic but still enjoy the pace and setting.

Reviews

Jo B.

Beginner

There’s a lot for two people, but the authentic old police cell block is fantastic. You start by working together to free those locked in a cell, yet there are solo tasks that can leave folks in the corridor stuck and a bit frustrated. Prison rooms are everywhere now, but this venue’s real setting makes it stand out—top marks for using the space so well.

25.11.2025

Ben P.

Beginner

Loved the split start and the fact you’re in actual old cells—instant atmosphere. We communicated like mad and the flow clicked. Would book again with a team of four for maximum fun.

18.09.2025

Chris D.

Beginner

A split start like I’ve never had before, where communication really matters. You’re playing in genuine former courthouse cells, there’s loads to tackle, and I’d suggest a team of four. We hit the final puzzle as the clock ran out—still a ton of fun and my favorite at this venue.

31.03.2025

alex_89

Beginner

Great theme, tidy logic, and no filler. We ran short on time with two players, so I’d call it medium-hard on pace rather than difficulty. Solid value.

24.02.2025

Tom from Brighton

Beginner

Teamwork heavy and super clear when you talk things through. No jump scares, just that delicious clock pressure. Five stars for the setting alone.

02.11.2025

Evan T.

Beginner

Great setting and a smooth flow with puzzles that fit the theme made it a fun room. We found it fairly straightforward and usually prefer something that takes longer, but it was still very enjoyable.

12.12.2025

Guest

Beginner

The room looks and feels real, which sells the story immediately. Some early separation meant I waited while my teammate did a solo bit, but once reunited it flew. Overall, we had a blast.

18.05.2025

Maya R.

Beginner

Plenty to do and most of it makes sense, though experienced puzzlers may find it a touch straightforward. Still, the venue’s authenticity more than makes up for it.

30.12.2025

Laura S.

Beginner

Set in an actual old prison cell, this felt unique. The puzzles were good and the game moved smoothly, making for an enjoyable experience.

23.10.2025