Escape Hour
Escape Hour
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Neighbourhood: Old Town
Few Edinburghers live in the Old Town, but its labyrinth of dank alleys and steep streets suggests this was not always the case. Today, it’s mostly visitors, tartan-flavoured souvenir shops, and pipers that you’ll find on its cobbled streets. This is the place to get a feel for Auld Reekie (Old Smelly), as the town was once nicknamed, and stroll the Royal Mile, the thoroughfare that links the castle with the royal palace – two of Edinburgh’s great set-piece attractions. But there’s lots more exploring to do here down dozens of little alleys, or wynds, while at night the city’s busiest clubs erupt along the Cowgate which is closed to traffic for this purpose.
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M R
Edinburgh68 contributions
Aug 2017 • Family
Fun hour or so competing against family. A little bit of a slow burner but once you get into it it's great. Had forgotten about the laser maze so that was a very fun thing to discover at the end. Would go and do there other room.
Written 16 January 2018
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JosieElizabeth
Braintree, UK26 contributions
Sept 2017 • Friends
Our group of eight took on the diamond heist puzzle and we had so much fun! Because the rooms only accomodate up to six people, we separated into two groups of four; both groups were able to start the diamond heist at the same time as each other and so we had the added challenge of not only escaping the room within the hour, but also competing with each other to get the best time!
The puzzles within the room were pitched at the perfect level for us - they definitely provided some challenge, but there was enough variation in each task that you never felt frustrated and there was enough going on that everybody could get involved. The laser maze was a fantastic addition too!
We received a lovely warm welcome when we arrived, and a very comprehensive introduction to how everything worked. Both our groups were watched over whilst we were in the rooms, and we were offered clues if we got stuck - these clues were always given at the perfect time, so we never felt like we were getting tips unnecessarily, but we also weren't left to get too frustrated.
Overall, it was a fantastic experience and I would definitely recommend to escape room novices and enthusiasts alike!
The puzzles within the room were pitched at the perfect level for us - they definitely provided some challenge, but there was enough variation in each task that you never felt frustrated and there was enough going on that everybody could get involved. The laser maze was a fantastic addition too!
We received a lovely warm welcome when we arrived, and a very comprehensive introduction to how everything worked. Both our groups were watched over whilst we were in the rooms, and we were offered clues if we got stuck - these clues were always given at the perfect time, so we never felt like we were getting tips unnecessarily, but we also weren't left to get too frustrated.
Overall, it was a fantastic experience and I would definitely recommend to escape room novices and enthusiasts alike!
Written 22 September 2017
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Slymgymkym
7 contributions
Aug 2017 • Couples
This was the first game we tried with just 2 of us. It was definitely harder with only 2 people so it took us a while to get going but the last 20 minutes (especially the lasers!) is really exciting and fun, and we managed to get the diamond with 45 seconds to go!
Written 18 September 2017
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Natalie H
Edinburgh, UK3 contributions
Sept 2017 • Family
I visited as the only adult with x5 13 year old boys for a birthday, and it was thoroughly enjoyable! My first time but some of the boys had been to escape rooms before and voted this the best! Difficult enough to take us right to the end of our time, and we required some clues from the very helpful and friendly convener! But we succeeded in the end and the laser room was a great finale! Made for lots of good selfies!
Written 11 September 2017
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donald534
1 contribution
Aug 2017 • Family
My wife and I took our two grandsons (aged 13 and 11) to Escape Hour. The boys absolutely loved the challenge of the experience and outshone 'the oldies' in solving the puzzles. A very enjoyable hour passed very quickly. All four of us appreciated the thought and effort put into creating the room and game.
Written 10 September 2017
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Mark G
38 contributions
Sept 2017 • Friends
Took group on stag night to Escape Hour to steal the diamond. We were successful, so groom is looking for a bigger ring!
A great start to the night, allowing people to get to know each other, and have fun. We were slow to start, but started getting the hang later.
An enjoyable evening was had by all, and none of us had tried an escape room before.
A great start to the night, allowing people to get to know each other, and have fun. We were slow to start, but started getting the hang later.
An enjoyable evening was had by all, and none of us had tried an escape room before.
Written 10 September 2017
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Helen O
Manchester, UK15 contributions
Sept 2017 • Friends
Great time had at the escape rooms! Definitely recommend, the lady who organised it was very friendly.
Written 10 September 2017
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Amy7688
Wakefield, UK123 contributions
Aug 2017 • Friends
Loved this activity! Really tricky and got the mind working! I'd never been to an escape room before and it was much better than I expected it to be! Would definitely recommend!
Written 28 August 2017
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sfakiii
Heraklion, Greece4 contributions
Aug 2017 • Friends
I have visited similar rooms all over the world and I dare to say this is by far the best one! Me and my friends we played "the back to school" room and for those they are wondering if it's the correct decision for a batch of adults I would say it something you should deffo try !
From the time you are getting there you feel the warm Cretan atmosphere and very helpful staff that explained thoroughly and clear the whole process!
The room was so smart organized that kept your interest high all the times and the staff were ready to help when needed!
Congratulations to those people for the great job they have done and the fact that the rooms are also friendly to English speaking people !
From the time you are getting there you feel the warm Cretan atmosphere and very helpful staff that explained thoroughly and clear the whole process!
The room was so smart organized that kept your interest high all the times and the staff were ready to help when needed!
Congratulations to those people for the great job they have done and the fact that the rooms are also friendly to English speaking people !
Written 20 August 2017
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Ann R
74 contributions
Aug 2017 • Friends
First visit here, 2nd to an Escape room......5 of us, found it quite difficult but great fun. Something bit different too. Thank goodness for the clues.....remember to look everywhere!
Written 19 August 2017
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Does your room accommodate 7 players?????
Joanna834
Killarney, Ireland21 contributions
I don't think so, be too small I guess, but best to drop them an email and they will let you know. you can always split in 2 teams, as there is more than 1 room.
Is 6 the maximum number of players?
orlacork2014
Edinburgh, UK10 contributions
Hi sorry for the long delay in replying, I think 6 is the max. The rooms are very small so I think more than 6 would be too crowded. We were a group of 5 and that was a nice size. Enjoy.
570Stavros123
Leeds, UK7 contributions
How old do you have to be?
Laura C
1 contribution
I'd suggest over 12 would be reasonable for this.
How much does it cost?
Escape H
Edinburgh, UK71 contributions
It costs £35 for 2 players, £50 for 3 players, £60 for 4 players, £70 for 5 or 6 players. We have a special EASTER FAMILY deal available until 10th April 2016. Family games for up to 6 players cost just £50 . You must have at least one player under 16 years old. This offer is available for phone bookings or walk in bookings. Its not available online.
thing there is to know
Escape H
Edinburgh, UK71 contributions
if you ask us a question , we can answer
Ritchie_family7
Lockerbie, UK49 contributions
Does this facility have disabled access?
Escape H
Edinburgh, UK71 contributions
sorry we missed this answer. we arent wheelchair friendly. we have 2 entrances and one has only 3 steps down. this is a lesser used entrance and you have to ask us to enter this way. we are happy to open this anytime but you will usually have to ask us. we dont have disabled toilets, sorry. thanks for your kind review.
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