Locked In A Room
Locked In A Room
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11:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Monday
11:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday
11:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday
11:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday
11:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday
11:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday
11:30 AM - 8:00 PM
About
Locked In A Room is home to the UK's largest escape venues! You and your team have an hour to crack a series of intriguing, challenging puzzles and clues that combine to unlock your room's mystery and (hopefully!) a successful escape. Few activities plunge you into an atmospheric world like Locked In A Room does; It is pure escapism. We are located in the heart of Bristol, slap bang in the middle of the Harbourside's restaurants and bars. It's the ideal location for any outing, be it a work do, hen do, stag do, birthday or family outing!
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- Lepre881 contributionJungle experienceMe and my husband tried to unlock this room - we couldn’t have done it without several hints appearing on the screen! 🙏🏻 It’s probably easier with more people playing. The story seems somehow disconnected from the game itself (finding lock combinations). Not the most exciting room we have done, but still a fun experience. The staff was amazing!Hi Lepre, Thank you for your review! We certainly advise more than two players for our rooms (even the most hardened escapees can find it challenging) but we are there every step of the way for you. We can appreciate there is a little suspension of disbelief needed but we hope you found out the secrets to not only invisibility but also where Jim is! I'll be sure to pass your comments onto the staff and we can't wait to have you down for another adventure. Kind regards, MattWritten 9 January 2023This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited December 2022Written 15 December 2022
- Matthew T2 contributionsThere are far far better escape rooms around, don't waste your time or moneyI have done a few escape rooms and this one is close to being the bottom. A friend and I did the Parallax room (recommended 3+ members but we did it as a pair) and if you like 4 digit answers with lots of 4 digit locks then this is the room for you. It was a very linwar escape room and I actually think 2 people is the perfect number - I cannot imagine having any more in the room as it was quite a small room but also you could not work on anything in parallel so any more than 2 and I think you would be bored waiting for the next clue. The story was very very poor and the acting at the intro incrediblely bad. It was stilted, rambling and took far too long and instead of making you invest in the narrative just made you want to get on with it - honestly it was so bad I was snorting with laughter while simultaneously being mortified for everyone in the room. There were also some parts of the puzzles that were quite frustrating and felt out of place or out of character Overall would not recommend or go back as the room was boring, the puzzles were boring, the characters and story was boring. We completed parallax as a 2 person in 49 minutes which gives you an indication of the difficulty.Hi Matthew T, Thanks for your review, of course we always appreciate any of our guest's feedback whether good or bad and congratulations on your escape. Our focus for all of our games is on teamwork and collaboration which is why we always opt to be linear in our puzzles. Whilst some other escape rooms promote working solo on their puzzles for the fastest possible escape time, we like our customers to leave with the memories of working and solving the problems together whilst they progress through the experience as a team. I can't comment much on the rooms being small because that's subjective - but it is the first time we've heard of it in 8 years! I must say that it is severely disappointing to read that you were "snorting with laughter at the staff's bad acting". Our staff are very passionate within their roles and given our other 1500 overwhelmingly positive reviews (the majority referencing them directly) it is not something that we will look to change at all. Clearly we are not the escape room for you and that is more than acceptable as everyone has a preference, however we do hope you find what you are looking for. Kind regards, OliverWritten 28 March 2023This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited March 2023Travelled with friendsWritten 25 March 2023
- Sean R38 contributionsToo easy for usStaff were friendly and welcoming. We did the hardest room on offer and found it too easy. This may be because we have done many escape rooms between us and are now accustomed to the sort of puzzles you find. It was all a little bit too predictable for us (we still had 22 mins left when we got out). Probably more challenging if this was one of your first escape rooms. So for us, we didn't feel it was worth the money.Hi Sean, Thank you for your review and congratulations on your escape! We can appreciate for those of us that have a wealth of experience in escape games that you can find commonalities within some of the game design or tropes of any room found at establishments in the U.K and globally. Your time remaining is a significant achievement and only ten minutes off the record for the room you've described. Though disappointing to hear you felt your experience wasn't worth the value of admission, we believe the highly immersive theming, hospitality and unique ability to compete are significant elements of what we deliver within our events. Whilst we do our best to offer a 5* experience for all on this occasion were sorry to hear we were not to your tastes. Kind regards, MattWritten 21 July 2023This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited June 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 21 July 2023
- Sophie ShawBristol, United Kingdom4 contributionsVery Good Experience!We had a great time completing the Infinity escape room. Staff were very friendly and helpful and the event was well organised. The room was quite difficult and some of the clues were slightly confusing but that added to the fun. With the help of the team we managed to escape with only 28 seconds remaining! Would recommend this to others.Hi Sophie, Thank you for the review, we try our best to facilitate the best event we can. Congratulations on your escape, we can't wait to see you again for another experience soon. Kind regards, MattWritten 9 August 2023This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited July 2023Travelled with familyWritten 31 July 2023
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Erin M
2 contributions
Nov 2023 • Family
We enjoyed it so much! We made it out through a team effort with 2 minutes and 41 seconds to go. We all had a great time helping Wallace regain his memory.
Written 24 November 2023
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Hi erinmU6937BJ,
Thank you for your amazing review! We're happy to hear you enjoyed yourselves and made it out - nearly three minutes left is a great time!
Wallace is forever in your debt and hopefully we will see you all again soon!
Kind regards,
The Locked In A Room Team
Written 26 November 2023
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Ant13
2 contributions
Nov 2023
We had a great evening and would highly recommend this experience. Staff were very polite and ran the whole event very well. Thank you.
Written 18 November 2023
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Hey Anthony C,
Thank you for your review! We're so happy to hear that you great time with us and that you would recommend us. We pride ourselves in our friendly and hardworking staff, so we're glad to hear you thought they did well.
Hopefully we will see you again for one of our other missions!
Kind regards,
The Locked In A Room Team
Written 20 November 2023
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imogenhirst92
Bristol, UK1 contribution
Oct 2023
We’d never done an escape room before so didn’t know what to expect, and definitely needed a bit of help before figuring out some of the puzzles. But the games were fun and very challenging, some of the solves were really inventive. We’d love to do another one!
Written 18 November 2023
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Hi imogenhirst92,
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're glad you chose to do your first escape room with us - everyone needs a bit of help now and then, so not to worry, we're sure you did a fantastic job!
Hopefully we'll see you again soon for round two of saving the world!
All the best,
The Locked In A Room Team
Written 18 November 2023
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Kasey M
4 contributions
Nov 2023 • Family
Had a wonderful time at locked in a room. All the family enjoyed. The host was amazing and friendly.
Written 17 November 2023
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Hi 533kaseym,
Thank you for your lovely review! We're glad to hear you and the family enjoyed your time with us and that our hosts helped make your experience all the better.
Hopefully we'll see you all again soon!
All the best,
The Locked In A Room Team
Written 18 November 2023
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mikebailey2023
1 contribution
Nov 2023
We had a range of rooms and the competitive element was great. Not easy rooms but great fun and this is our second time going back!
Written 13 November 2023
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Hey mikebailey2023,
Thank you for your amazing review! We're happy to hear you enjoyed the competitive element - we feel that's what separates us to other escape rooms.
We look forward to having you back for our other rooms - don't worry, they stay challenging but fun!
All the best,
The Locked In A Room Team
Written 17 November 2023
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BJEv83
Banbury, UK8 contributions
Oct 2023
Such a great atmosphere. The room itself was a great mind boggler. Would highly recommend Parallax room.
Written 12 November 2023
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Hi BJEv83,
Thank you for leaving a great review! We're glad to hear you liked the atmosphere here and we cant wait to have you back to face another mind-boggler with us!
All the best,
The Locked In A Room Team
Written 17 November 2023
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JJR332
Bristol, UK3 contributions
Oct 2023
I really enjoy being able to do the same room at the same time as other teams, however it means I've now done all the rooms they offer. I will definitely be back when they change another room!
Only issues I've ever had in 5 visits are one physical clue not working and one where I don't know anyone who actually got the answer without help. Rooms and people are great. Would recommend!
Only issues I've ever had in 5 visits are one physical clue not working and one where I don't know anyone who actually got the answer without help. Rooms and people are great. Would recommend!
Written 8 November 2023
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Hi JJR332,
Thank you so much for your lovely review!
We're so glad you've had a great time with us with all our rooms.
We're happy to hear that you've had minimal issues with the rooms, I'm sure you understand that things do sometimes go wrong, but please do feel free to get in touch with us to help us resolve anything you noticed so we can be even better for the future!
Hopefully we'll release something soon so we can see you again.
All the best,
The Locked In A Room Team
Written 17 November 2023
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DiBanjo
Southend-on-Sea, UK9 contributions
Oct 2023 • Family
We visited Bristol Locked in a Room and attempted the Wallace and Gromit Grand Way Out room. A family of 4 with 11 and 13 year old boys.
Good things happen fast and this was quickest hour of my life!
To have the chance to work together as a family will live long in the memory. Great fun, by no means easy. The thrill of each stage completed was palpable. The way the technology provides clues as you go will keep you on track for the crescendo when you either break out of the room or you don't is expert.
The quality of the 'set' was top. It felt like we were in Wallace's house.
I would recommend this to anyone who is up for the challenge.
Good things happen fast and this was quickest hour of my life!
To have the chance to work together as a family will live long in the memory. Great fun, by no means easy. The thrill of each stage completed was palpable. The way the technology provides clues as you go will keep you on track for the crescendo when you either break out of the room or you don't is expert.
The quality of the 'set' was top. It felt like we were in Wallace's house.
I would recommend this to anyone who is up for the challenge.
Written 3 November 2023
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Hi DiBanjo,
Thank you for your review, we love hearing from past players!
Thank you for taking the time to visit us and we are so happy to hear that you had a wonderful family experience playing our Wallace and Gromit mission!
We take great pride in our theming and have worked super hard on this brand new adventure, so I am glad that we were able to give the 5* experience we aim to provide!
With other themes left to experience, we hope we get to welcome you back again soon!
Kind regards,
Kelly
Written 6 November 2023
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Andrew C
2 contributions
Oct 2023 • Family
This is my second visit to Locked in a room and specifically booked for my daughter’s birthday. She absolute loved every moment of the experience. Will be back to do all the challenges
Written 28 October 2023
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Hi Andrew,
Thank you for your review! We love when our guests return to give are our other challenges another go especially when it means we get to be a part of their celebrations! We can't wait to have you all back again soon to conquer our final two rooms!
Kind regards,
Katie
Written 3 November 2023
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eleanor1066
1 contribution
Oct 2023
The Wallace and Gromit escape room was fantastic, well worth a visit. We were in Bristol for the weekend and it was one of our highlights (barring Clifton Suspension Bridge)!
Written 24 October 2023
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Hi Eleanor,
Thank you for your review! A Grand Way Out is the newest of our rooms but it very quickly became our favourite. To come second to the Clifton Suspension Bridge is still a very high honour and we are all really glad to hear that you had a good time!
Kind regards,
Katie
Written 3 November 2023
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Laura C
2 contributions
Can we go with children? What’s the minimum age? It’s ok to take a baby in a carrier? And a toddler? Thanks
LaraJHB
Bristol, UK2 contributions
Hi Laura,
No minimum age but we'd recommend that children under 12 might not find it engaging so please bare that in mind! Children aged 10 and under are half price, children aged 5 and under are free. All the rooms are fine for carriers however I would not recommend our Jungle room for very young children! Please be aware that the event has loud noises and is considerably dark but is not 'scary' or horror themed.
Kind Regards,
Locked In A Room Team
Ruth Bence
Bristol, UK46 contributions
Hi, how often do you change the challenges?
maggie h
Bristol, UK32 contributions
they have just recently opened up new rooms not sure but think they are down by the harbourside check inon the web site or give the a call a group from work went a few months ago hope that's a help
Debbie U
Nailsea9 contributions
Hi are some rooms more difficult than others?
Alice L
Bristol, UK8 contributions
Hi Debbie!
Good question - Infinity is our medium difficulty game at a 50% success rate. Parallax is our slightly more advanced game at a 40% success rate.
We recommend selecting Infinity if this is your first time playing an escape game or if there are younger participants in your group. Hope this helps!
Katie and Aaron
Cornwall, UK1 contribution
Is this suitable for a team of just 2 people? Thank you.
Alice L
Bristol, UK8 contributions
Hi there!
Yes, you can! There is the option to book for 2 players on our website, however, our games were designed in mind for groups of 3 or more so couples may find them trickier! Infinity is a 50% success rate and Parallax is a 40% success rate. Hope this helps!
Chloe H
Dublin, Ireland1 contribution
Can just two people do it?
Alice L
Bristol, UK8 contributions
Hi there!
Yes, you can! There is the option to book for 2 players on our website, however, our games were designed in mind for groups of 3 or more so couples may find them trickier! Infinity is a 50% success rate and Parallax is a 40% success rate. Hope this helps!
Chloe H
Dublin, Ireland1 contribution
Can just two people do it?
Alice L
Bristol, UK8 contributions
Hi Chloe,
Yes, you can! There is the option to book for 2 players on our website, however, our games were designed in mind for groups of 3 or more so couples may find them trickier! Timelock is a 50% success rate and Parallax is a 40% success rate. Hope this helps!
What is the largest group that can go together?
Locked In A Room
Newton Abbot, UK1 contribution
Hi Steph,
Our Bristol venue is the largest in Bristol and boasts 8 rooms over two themes allowing up to 48 players to compete simultaneously!
For more information feel free to pop our lovely escapologists a call on 01179 291759 or head to our website!
The Locked In A Room Team
Emma S
8 contributions
Do you change the story's regularly or once you've done it would that mean you couldn't really do it again?
Currybee
Newport, UK34 contributions
No they don't change it. I wouldn't think you'd want to do it again because it would be like seeing a movie twice - you'd remember bits. However they do have a second scenario so you can go back and do a different room. Or there are lots of different escape room companies around so if you enjoy them you'll be able to find another good one to try.
Helen A
Yateley, UK56 contributions
Is there parking available?
Alice L
Bristol, UK8 contributions
Hi Helen,
There is parking on the street outside (Unity Street) but it is very limited!
We recommend either parking Trenchard Street car park or College Green car park which are both a short walk away from the venue. Hope this helps!
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- Locked In A Room is open:
- Sun - Fri 11:30 - 20:00
- Sat - Sat 10:00 - 20:00
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