Escape Reality Blog

Why not visit Escape Reality between the 28th– 30thOctober when we will be holding a very special Halloween themed event at our escape rooms in Cardiff and our brand new escape rooms in Leicester! Arrive in your best Halloween themed fancy dress outfits and receive a free drink after your escape games in Cardiff and Leicester!

Across all of our Escape Reality sites, our Game Masters have noticed that there are certain types of players required to form a great escape team… With only 60 minutes to escape the room in one of our escape games, you must gather your team of 2-6 people wisely. It takes a mixture of minds and skills to succeed in escaping.

Believe it or not there are many benefits to immersing yourself inside a real escape room scenario. We’ve picked out some examples of these benefits to show you which skills will be put to the test and what challenges you might have to overcome!

This Easter at Escape Reality in Leeds, we have some amazing chocolatey prizes in store for you, hidden within the depths of our rooms. Whilst taking part as normal and solving the clues in any of our 7 amazing themed escape rooms, you may find eggs hidden amongst the clues- but don’t let them distract you or you may end up locked in the room!

Leeds based technical SEO agency, SALT.agency, arranged a team building excursion to Escape Reality with the task of trying to escape the Machina room. SALT.agency split into two teams to see who could complete the tasks in the quickest time.

Finding a family activity that keeps everyone happy isn’t always easy. Younger children want excitement. Teenagers want something engaging. Adults want an experience that feels worthwhile.

Planning a birthday party sounds simple — until you try to find something that’s exciting, inclusive, and memorable.

Many corporate team building activities sound good on paper — but in practice, they can feel forced, awkward, or disconnected from real workplace dynamics.

Dinner and drinks are classic for a reason — they’re easy, familiar, and safe. But if you’re searching for a unique date night idea that actually creates connection, excitement, and lasting memories, it might be time to try something different.

Planning a group activity sounds simple — until you actually try to organise one. Different personalities. Different budgets. Different energy levels. Some want something relaxed, others want excitement. The challenge isn’t just choosing an activity — it’s choosing one that everyone genuinely enjoys.

If you’re visiting Edinburgh, you’ll quickly discover no shortage of attractions. But beyond the castles, souvenir shops, and crowded hotspots, there’s a more memorable side to the city — one filled with immersive experiences, hidden gems, and activities that actually feel worth your time.

Edinburgh is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe — but it’s no secret that the weather can be unpredictable. If you’re visiting Edinburgh and the rain starts pouring, don’t let it ruin your plans. In fact, some of the city’s best experiences are indoors, making rainy days the perfect opportunity to discover something different.