Grimm Up North
Escape room 12+

Grimm Up North

4.94
2 - 6 people75 minutesDifficult
Enter a realm where fairy tales come alive, but chaos reigns. The Brothers Grimm have vanished, leaving iconic stories in turmoil. Can you unravel these tangled tales and bring harmony back to their enchanted land within 75 minutes? Your journey into magic awaits!
NewFor prosWith childrenLarge groups

Difficult
Not scary
Without actorsActors
EnglishGame language
Escape room awards
Best of Morty (2025)Morty
Nominee (2025)TERPECA
About the escape room
Journey into the land of the Brothers Grimm to restore order amongst the fairy tale folk. How many famous tales will you be able to piece back together in 75 minutes? Back in a magical time, the Brothers Grimm were the guardians of the land of fairy-tales, but something is wrong. The brothers are nowhere to be found and the stories are in disarray.
AI
Brief assessment
Navigator AI
Dive into a lush Brothers Grimm world with a smart main quest and a juicy bonus collectathon. Gorgeous sets, heaps of varied puzzles, and a generous 75 minutes make it a treat for both newbies and puzzle-hungry veterans.

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AI Overview

AIPlayers rave about the beautiful theming, purposeful design, and steady flow. The two-phase format—core story then optional token hunting—lands really well, though some found it blurs at times. Duos can clear the main quest, but 3–4 players are better for mopping up extras. Hosts get praise, and time flies thanks to the sheer amount to do.
WeaknessesA few felt the split format almost makes it two different rooms, and not everyone cares for the bonus section. It can be unclear what’s main path versus post-game tasks, and some puzzles run long for teams of two.
StrengthsImmersive fairy‑tale set, thoughtful puzzle variety, and a satisfying pace. The extended 75‑minute format and post-escape collectibles keep experienced teams engaged. Staff support is spot-on.
SecurityStandard briefing and attentive hosting reported; the room feels well run and maintained. No data on strobe, crawling, or tight spaces.
Level of fearNot a scare-fest—think whimsical fantasy over horror. Suitable for families and kids comfortable with fairy‑tale themes.
Actors' gameNo live actors mentioned. Game masters are called out as friendly and attentive, with smooth hinting when needed.
Quality of riddlesClever, fair, and varied, mixing traditional locks with tech and tactile interactions. Strong flow in the main quest, then a satisfying token hunt for the keen. A couple of puzzles can be time sinks for small teams.
PlotRestore order to classic Grimm tales by recovering three key story pieces, then chase as many happily‑ever‑after tokens as you can. Light narrative framing keeps you moving without bogging things down.
Difficulty levelModerate to challenging with lots of content under time pressure. Best for 3–4; pairs can finish the story but may struggle to sweep the extras.

Reviews

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Lara K.
Beginner
5
Great blend of traditional and tech puzzles and a neat two‑phase structure—main storyline plus what feel like side quests. We used the full 75 minutes and had a blast.
30.07.2025
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Dan & Liv
Beginner
5
A 75‑minute experience where you first recover three pieces from key fairy tales, then switch to a collectathon for as many happy endings as possible. We wrapped the main quest in 64:12; the theming is superb, a few puzzles ran long for two players, and it was sometimes hard to tell what was main path versus later content, but overall it was fantastic and the host was excellent.
14.01.2025
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Hannah B.
Beginner
5
Fairy‑tale immersion done right. We cleared the main quest and then got gloriously lost in the token hunt—felt like bonus levels after the credits. Loved the mix of tech and hands‑on puzzles.
28.06.2025
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Tom H.
Beginner
5
One of our UK favorites. The set looks superb, every element matters, the pacing clicks, and the 75‑minute story‑then‑tokens format shines. We even bagged 12 tokens.
01.08.2025
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Jay P.
Beginner
4
Beautiful set, thoughtful challenges, and the 75 minutes fly by. I’m not big on post‑game collectathons, so the second phase didn’t hook me as much, but the main story was top tier.
25.03.2025
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Chris & Nat
Beginner
5
Easily among our top games. Mix of classic locks and interactive moments, standout story and décor, and a stellar GM. Did it as two, but 3–4 would suit the extra goals better.
14.06.2025
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Oliver D.
Beginner
5
Brilliant room design with a full main game and then a generous stack of bonus collection puzzles—perfect if you usually finish early and want more to chew on.
19.10.2025
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PuzzlePairJess
Beginner
5
We came back for a second run because we missed some happily‑ever‑afters first time. Puzzles are plentiful and sometimes tough; three or more players would help, though we tackled it as a duo.
06.04.2025
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Becca L.
Beginner
5
Smart design where everything has a purpose. The shift from main plot to token chasing was slick, and the hinting from our host was just enough without spoiling the fun.
10.04.2025
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Ella R.
Beginner
5
Stunning theme and enjoyable challenges, and the collection phase is a blast, though it almost feels like it could be a separate room from the main narrative.
09.03.2025
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Neil C.
Beginner
4
Quality interactive build. After we finished the core objective I wasn’t fussed about the extra puzzles, which is why I didn’t rate it higher, though I see why others love that part.
01.03.2025
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mike_escapes
Beginner
5
Great room with tons to do and a lovely flow. As two players we finished the story but ran short on time for the extras. Would go back with three or four to clean up.
22.01.2025
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Sam from Leeds
Beginner
5
Loved the variety—locks, logic, and fun gizmos. It almost feels like two rooms stitched together, but in a good way, because you get loads of value.
10.04.2025
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Ava M.
Beginner
5
Beautiful Brothers Grimm setting with loads of distinct challenges, and the 75 minutes zipped by before we knew it.
11.09.2025
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Rory S.
Beginner
5
Gorgeous room with tight gameplay that made us feel inside the story. As a team of two we left content on the table and actually want to return, which says a lot.
14.07.2025

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