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Escape Tour Nottingham

Discover the city's secret exit!

$34.95 per team

2–4 people

4.1

Based on 8 reviews

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Play on your own smartphone

Discover Nottingham in a different way

Come explore some hidden gems at
and let yourself be surprised.

Escape within 2 hours

Get on the wall of fame at
or take it easy.

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The Story of Nottingham

Starting location: High Pavement

John Darrell makes his living as an exorcist. From far and wide, people come with requests to exorcise the devil from their loved ones. In 1597, the mayor of Nottingham asks him to deliver a young boy from evil. It is a success and John is appointed a preacher in Nottingham. Only he is not so successful as a preacher. And then it turns out that the exorcism has been staged....

Samuel Harsnett investigates John's practices and is determined: this crook must be executed! The preacher is shocked that he is wanted. His life mission is in danger; the devil must not win this! Quickly he grabs some belongings and leaves the church. John has heard about Nottingham's secret exit, but the exact location is unknown to him. He has no time to waste and sets out to find it.

Escape the city

You are going to help John Darrell find the secret exit of Nottingham. Solve all the questions and tasks in this city game and decipher cryptic riddles and clues. Will you manage to find the exit within two hours? Then you will earn a place on the Wall of Fame! The search starts at St Mary's, good luck!
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What do players think of Nottingham?

"Good tour but some clues don't exist anymore."

Bakewell tarts

February 2026

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"The “escape the city” activity was enjoyable with a variety of puzzles utilising the surroundings and monuments of the city. It was nice to explore and discover parts of the city which I hadn’t taken the time to notice before. The puzzles had a good mix of difficulties to push your logical thinking. All in all, an enjoyable experience. "

Let me solo it

October 2024

"Had lots of laughs and fun with close friends, highly recommend it"

Retirees

September 2024

"Great fun, well executed and a great way to explore a city through new eyes. "

The Place

August 2024

"Loads of fun, despite it raining heavily for part of it. It was just unfortunate that due to scaffolding/netting we couldn't see clues on a couple of buildings."

Friday

May 2024

"I did this "quest" with my daughter. We enjoyed it but might have been a bit tricker to navigate had we not known the area. Would definitely do one again."

Riley-Busters

January 2024

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Highlights of Nottingham

Want to explore more of Nottingham? Combine your tour with these attractions, which are perfect to visit before or after your tour.

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Nottingham Castle

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The Old Market

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St. Mary's Church

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4

Nottingham Caves

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5

Nottingham Castle Museum and Art Gallery

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6

Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem

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The Nottingham Playhouse

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Green's Windmill

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9

The Robin Hood Experience

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Old Market Square

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Nottingham Wall of Fame

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Addi

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KKMS

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Let me play it solo

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Frequently Asked Questions

In this Escape Tour right in the middle of the story surrounding John Darrell. John Darrell is exposed as an exorcist and must go into hiding. You’ll follow clues, solve puzzles, and search for the secret exit from Nottingham.
You use your smartphone to follow tasks, codes, and clues. Each solution brings you closer to the secret exit. John Darrell's story adds extra suspense to every choice you make.
This Escape Tour perfect for couples, families with teenagers, groups of friends, and bachelor/bachelorette parties. You’ll explore Nottingham together, but with a mission instead of a standard itinerary. The story surrounding John Darrell keeps everyone actively engaged.
On a typical city walk, you mostly just look around, but here you’re right in the middle of a story. In Nottingham, the suspense revolves around John Darrell and his conflict with Samuel Harsnett. Because of that, every street feels like a new clue.
The big secret is the hidden exit from the city. You can only find it by looking closely, working together smartly, and solving the right puzzles. Along the way, you’ll discover why John Darrell has no time to waste in Nottingham.
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