Tag: escape-room

Most Wanted has landed!

14/03/2016 | By Breakout Manchester | Category News
Breakout Manchester has a brand new room; it has everything you’d expect from an escape room –  tonnes of puzzles, tonnes of padlocks and the usual panic inducing challenges. However, this time there is a TWIST. A true test of nerve and skill that is already breaking newbie’s and professional exit game player’s hearts! If you haven’t heard about Most Wanted… where have you been?   The new addition to our collection of games resides at Breakout High Street; our centre that sits opposite the Arndale Food Market and across from the Co-op. We are right on the edge of…
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Keep fresh & carry on

04/11/2016 | By Breakout Manchester | Category News
As you may have noticed, October was a busy month for all 3 of our Breakout sites. We opened a new room in each city we are based in. We opened The Heist in Liverpool, Manchester opened Captured and Cardiff opened Disturbed. In Captured, It's time to play a game. Some people are so ungrateful to be alive. If you survive this room you won't be. One minute you are leading a normal life, going about your daily business, the next you are captured. You wake up in an abandoned basement with no idea how you got there. A video begins to play and the clock starts to count down. You have…
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A Disturbing Halloween at Breakout

23/10/2017 | By Breakout Manchester | Category News
The first orange leaves have fallen from the trees, which means Halloween is just around the corner. Get your pumpkins carved and your faces painted, because Breakout are celebrating in style this year! With the opening of our newest room Disturbed, it's the perfect time to book in to play a scary room in time for fright night. If trick-or-treating isn't your thing, or if you prefer to stay indoors on a cold October evening then Breakout is perfect for you! Our Manchester High Street site has four spooky games to choose from; Vacancy, the murderous motel Crimson Lake sees…
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A day in the life of a Game Operator

26/02/2018 | By Breakout Manchester | Category News
As you can probably imagine, our Game Operators see a lot of weird and wonderful things happen when running games for our lovely customers (some stories a lot weirder than others!). This blog will feature stories across our Breakout Cardiff, Breakout Liverpool, Breakout Manchester and Breakout Chestersites, and will provide you with some insider information as to what really goes on in our rooms behind closed doors. We will start with the most 2017 that happened to us: “The year of Facebook Live” story. As Game Operator Shannon was congratulating her group on escaping, one of the customers pulled out her iPhone and went live…
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MCM London Comic Con!

25/05/2018 | By Breakout Manchester | Category News
Amongst the Orange is the New Black cast, Lucifer stars and The Walking Dead crew, if you're lucky enough, you might spot our very own Breakout staff at this week's MCM London Comic Con! Congregating from Cardiff, Liverpool and Manchester, our Breakout managers from these sites will be manning our very own stall at the Comic Con event. Following our subsequent success at Birmingham Comic Con, we will be utilising three 'pop-up' games, all of which will last 30 minutes (differing slightly from our standard 1-hour escape room games). A brief overview of the games can be displayed below: Vigilante Story: Your friend has been acting…
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Out...then back in again: why escape rooms are the perfect post-lockdown down activity!

28/07/2020 | By Breakout Manchester | Category News
What a bizarre year so far... The world as we know it seems completed changed after coming to a standstill for months. Nobody could have seen this coming, but as restrictions are lifted and we can finally begin to experience something like normality again, it’s a chance to do all the things you missed most.Believe it or not, the perfect antidote for months of lockdown life could be…escape rooms!  It might seem strange, to voluntarily lock yourself in a room just as we’re finally allowed to leave our homes, but escape rooms are actually perfect for slowly getting back into…
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Detective Agency is here... Can you catch the Killer?

22/09/2020 | By Breakout Manchester | Category News
We are back and better than ever! Breakout is pleased to announce that The Detective Agency will be opening on 23rd September, so book quickly before you miss your opportunity! If you're looking to unleash your inner detective and solve your first mystery, this is the room for you. Will you be able to find out who the murderer is? Come and find out...  The world's greatest detective, and your best friend - Harry Dene, has driven himself mad trying to solve the biggest case of his career. After attempting to talk him off the case, you realise things are worse…
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Zombie Lab is here - Halloween is coming... And so are the Zombies!

27/10/2020 | By Breakout Manchester | Category News
Halloween is around the corner, and we have the perfect activity for you! Looking for a Trick-or-Treat for your family this Halloween? Come down to Breakout to play our new room - Zombie Lab! The world is in grave danger... Zombies are roaming the streets; no one is safe anymore.Your only hope is a group of Scientists that have gathered to find the cure, however, there are rumours spreading that the scientists have fallen prey to the flesh eating monsters.Luckily, the scientists have kept the cure safely guarded. The fate of the world is now in your hands, you've gained access to the…
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A Review Of The First Edition Of Breakout Unboxed!

08/02/2021 | By Breakout Manchester | Category News
With the next edition of Breakout Unboxed about to launch, we thought we’d share with you a review of our first game, written by one of our Game Operators - Tom from Liverpool!  - When I first opened our Unboxed game ‘Locked up in Lapland’, I had absolutely no idea what to expect. Would it capture the excitement of a real life escape game? Would the puzzles be too hard? Would it definitely get me in the Christmas spirit?! I had many questions that I’m sure anyone who’s considering playing the game will have too, so here I will review…
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Kickstart 2020 at 51 Church Street!

12/01/2020 | By Breakout Manchester | Category News
Breakout Manchester has been joined at our Northern Quarter location by our sister company, Virtual Hideout.  As a result, you can now experience two of Manchester's best activity experiences under the same roof, right at the heart of Manchester's NQ - what more could you want?  To celebrate this, we're offering you the chance to have a go at both activities together and SAVE this January.  Make a saving of up to £5 per player when you book to play both an escape room and a virtual reality session on the same day!  Just give us a call on 0161 839 8012 and a…
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The Christmas Countdown begins...

02/12/2019 | By Breakout Manchester | Category News
Stuck on a gift to buy for your nearest and dearest? The shops are all out of Lynx Africa and Yankee candles. don't know what to get for your secret Santa at work? Have no fear, Karen in Accounts, Christmas is saved. Breakout has Gift vouchers on sale right now! Did you know that you can have your Christmas party at Breakout Manchester? With sixteen rooms in total across our two sites, we can accommodate up to 80 people at a time! So whether you're getting the family together, reuniting with old friends, or looking for something a bit different…
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The Emporium of Magic is open for business!

25/10/2019 | By Breakout Manchester | Category News
A brand new escape room with all brand new puzzles! The Emporium of Magic is home to the weird and wonderful - full of rare spells, potions and magical artefacts. There are rumours that the alchemist who owns it has been brewing a potion which will give the user unlimited magical powers and the ability to see the unseen. You have entered The Emporium after hours to seek out the recipe and the ingredients. As you break in, you trigger a spell which traps you inside. With the potion brewed, escape will be within your grasp. Without it, you will be…
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Don't Break Up … Break OUT!

14/02/2023 | By Breakout Manchester | Category News
Share the love this Valentine's Day with an escape room as your chosen date destination!   We at Breakout believe that an escape room is the perfect place to spend quality time with your significant other. Being locked in a themed room for an hour solving puzzles and cracking codes is the best way to find out if a second date is on the cards ;)   Breakout escape rooms are a great choice of activity for couples this Valentine's Day because you can combine your teamwork skills to successfully break out! We can guarantee that your relationship will be…
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Breakout Manchester X AquAid

06/11/2023 | By Breakout Manchester | Category News
Here at Breakout Manchester, we are aware that keeping our team hydrated will aid them to perform at their very best throughout the work day. As a result, we decided to invest in http://www.aquaidwatercoolers.co.uk/ from AquAid. Our unique relationship with AquAid has also given our company the opportunity to help those less fortunate than ourselves, because with each purchase an automatic donation is made to The Africa Trust. These funds are used to build ‘Elephant Pumps’ - a modified version of an age old Chinese rope pulley system. One such pump is currently being installed in Africa on our behalf and…
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BREAKOUT MANCHESTER 2023 UNWRAPPED!

01/02/2024 | By Breakout Manchester | Category News
t's time to unveil the highlights and triumphs of Breakout throughout the last year - it's Breakout Manchester UNWRAPPED! 2023 was a rollercoaster of fun challenges and many victories for our customers... In 2023 we hosted a staggering 19,785 games. Testing the minds of our loyal and brave escapees.  August was our busiest month, with 2235 games being played in the height of summer! 44.75% of you successfully broke out! Our most popular room was The Detective Agency which enticed detective fans far and wide with approximately 1900 bookings! We hosted multiple events this year, raising money for charity and engaging with the local community. - We raised £2704.20 across all…
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Unlocking Love: Valentine's Day at Breakout

13/02/2024 | By Breakout Manchester | Category News
Love is in the air, and what better way to celebrate this romantic season than with an adventure that challenges both your wits and your heart? This Valentine's Day, Breakout invites you to embark on a journey unlike any other. Step into our world of mystery, puzzles, and excitement, where love is the key to unlocking every enigma. Picture this: you and your beloved are locked in a room, surrounded by clues and puzzles waiting to be solved. As you work together to unravel each mystery, you'll discover new facets of your relationship, deepening your bond with every clue cracked…
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The perfect activity to take on this Easter!

28/03/2024 | By Breakout Manchester | Category News
Spring is here and Easter is hopping around the corner! This year, ditch the traditional egg hunt and embark on an egg-straordinary adventure at Breakout! We're combining the thrill of escape rooms with the classic joy of Easter egg hunts for an unforgettable experience for all ages. This Easter will see the return of our popular Easter Egg hunt as our staff will be hiding sweet treats for you and your team to find within each of our escape rooms! Use your Escape Room skills combined with your Easter Egg hunting instincts to crack codes whilst picking up sweet chocolate…
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6 REASONS WHY BREAKOUT IS THE PERFECT ACTIVITY FOR THE FAMILY IN THE SUMMER HOLIDAYS

23/07/2024 | By Breakout Manchester | Category News
Summer holidays are the ideal time for families to bond, create unforgettable memories, and engage in exciting activities. The immersive adventures we offer at Breakout Manchester are a unique blend of entertainment, education, and teamwork, making them a perfect family activity for the summer holidays. Here's why escape rooms should be at the top of your list this summer: 1. Suitable for All Ages Our escape rooms come in a variety of difficulty levels, making them suitable for all ages. However, no matter what you choose, Breakout Manchester is one of those rare activities where all ages can enjoy the…
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CHRISTMAS IS HERE AT BREAKOUT MANCHESTER

19/11/2024 | By Breakout Manchester | Category News
The holiday season is almost here, bringing with it festive fun, family time, and plenty of excitement! This year, we’re bringing back our two limited time only Christmas-themed escape rooms that are perfect for celebrating with loved ones. Whether you’re a seasoned escape room enthusiast or trying it out for the first time, our holiday adventures are sure to create lasting memories! A Christmas Nightmare After its huge success last year, A Christmas Nightmare is back by popular demand! Step into a mysterious world with a fresh twist on the classic Dickensian tale. You’ll need to solve puzzles and uncover…
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