Paralysis Escape Rooms
Paralysis Escape Rooms
Paralysis Escape Rooms
5
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Imagine being thrown into the scariest movie scene or your deepest, darkest nightmare. Paralysis Escape Rooms in Stoke-on-Trent makes that horror happen. You’re trapped for one hour. With one goal. To survive. Horror has evolved!!
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- Camilla J3 contributionsWorst ghost hunt I've ever doneFor the owner of paralysis: The ghost hunt that myself and x2 friends attended last night Sat 29th April for her 30th birthday was ruined by the unprofessionalism of the staff involved in particular Callum and Jack who spent most of the evening laughing, joking, messing about making noises, singing and generally completely ruining the evening. I've done over 10 previous ghost hunts at various venues around the UK and never ever have I experienced anything like what happened last night. In fact most guests that behaved that way would be asked to leave. He then spent time ringing 111 after discussing his ear infection, holiday during the attemps at connecting with spirits and falling asleep in a room with half of our belongings. I'm unsure why x4 staff members to x3 was needed. Had it not been for my friends birthday who arranged it I would have left early. Even one of the women Jules said "your supposed to be paying for this" however as guests we shouldn't be having to be the ones to tell the hosts to be quiet and respectful. We had attended an escape room previously hence my friend booking the ghost hunt. It was utterly shocking, limited equipment no investigations such as table tipping/ouiji board etc and no opportunity to do a lone group vigil just had to put up to listening to the random tales of the women and the men that wouldn't keep quiet. We were extremely disappointed.Hi Camilla - I appreciate this was posted before our message exchange where I listened to your concerns and promised to look into this and address any issues. This has, as you know, now been resolved. I hope the voucher you’ve welcomed will be used very soon at one of our 5 star games. We look forward to seeing you again soon!Written 2 May 2023This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited April 2023Travelled with friendsWritten 30 April 2023
- Bella M1 contributionSubstandardI did the entity room with my friends a couple of weeks ago, and in all honesty, I was left quite disappointed. It was my suggestion to do an escape room here after having done the other 2 rooms with my colleagues, but entity felt lackluster. The puzzles didn't really flow too well and the ending seemed a bit anticlimactic. There were also some red herrings in the room that felt like it was part of the game, but it ended up not being for anything. It probably wouldn't be the best for bigger groups either as it was a squeeze. Staff were a bit less engaging than usual, so it was really disheartening.Hi and thank you for your review. We are sorry you didn’t feel that you had a disappointing game. As you know we pride ourselves on giving each and every person who enters our terrifying building the greatest of experiences. Although we’ve had 3 years of continuous 5 star reviews we are of course wanting everyone to have the same experience. If you’d like to contact us we would like to make this right. Lastly we thank you for your review because we only stay the highest rated horror escape rooms in Europe if we listen to our valued guestsWritten 25 May 2023This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited May 2023Travelled with friendsWritten 20 May 2023
- Jesskeds736020 contributionsPassionate ownerClearly a very passionate owner. We’ve only done one room here but didn’t feel like there were many puzzles to solve. We’ve yet to return to do their newer room so hopefully more puzzles in that one!We're grateful for your reviewWritten 11 October 2023This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited October 2022Travelled with familyWritten 20 August 2023
- Natalie S2 contributionsDisappointingThis escape room has the potential to be incredible. However, a number of the clues were either missing or already solved. It’s also a stretch to call it a horror escape room as it is barely scary at all…unless you have a a fear of dirt. I’m disappointed that I travelled all the way from Nottingham and I’m confused as to why this escape room has such positive reviews. I don’t think it was worth the money or travel.Thank you so much for your review. We are Paralysis pride ourselves on giving a first class service. If you’d like to contact us, we would like to see what we can do for you – speak to you soon!Written 11 October 2023This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited October 2023Travelled with friendsWritten 6 October 2023
- noelkula2 contributions“The scariest escape room in Europe” is a lie. It may be the “dirtiest escape room in Europe” though!We completed the phobia escape room yesterday, except we actually didn’t. Upon entering the venue, I was so excited; the door opened creepily, and a member of staff jumps out at us as we enter. They sit us down for the brief, telling us that it’s the “scariest escape room in Europe”. Hyped up and raring to start, we enter the escape room. We begin scrambling around for clues, but we are stumped. A box with an open lock containing two random objects is the only thing we find. We become very frustrated. The room was not set up properly. The puzzle is linear and there were multiple pieces of the escape room missing. The initial key was not there. The box that was unlocked was actually needed much later. The host chucks the mentioned key through the door, and we begin to find key after key to unlock padlocks (which really did not require much problem solving). The room is horribly filthy and damp. This is a cellar that, had it been in my house, I would not feel comfortable storing my belongings in. I don’t want to give away what happens, but the “scare” element was not scary. We have done many escape rooms and this is one of the least scary horror themed rooms we have completed. (If you’re looking for a scare, try “Abducted” at the Great Escape in Sheffield) We spent around £100 on a game that was not set up properly, poorly thought through and filthy. Such a disappointment, I don’t really understand why the previous reviews are so good! The staff are friendly, but the host for our game was either having the worst day in his career, or just doesn’t really care. So disappointing!Thank you for your review. We are really sorry that your experience at Paralysis wasn’t the standard that we normally deliver. If you would like to contact us we will try to write this wrong for you. We hope that you give us the chance to prove that we are a five star escape room like the reviews say.Written 11 October 2023This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited October 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 6 October 2023
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Megan
3 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
What an experience!
I booked this without realising what I was truly getting myself in for but wow I am impressed. It was highly immersive and absolutely terrifying! I wouldn’t have lasted 5 minutes if it weren’t for my boyfriend babysitting me. The staff are a real asset and made the experience really exciting, Callum was our guy and he was brilliant. So chatty aswell!
Thanks Paralysis for a great evening.
I booked this without realising what I was truly getting myself in for but wow I am impressed. It was highly immersive and absolutely terrifying! I wouldn’t have lasted 5 minutes if it weren’t for my boyfriend babysitting me. The staff are a real asset and made the experience really exciting, Callum was our guy and he was brilliant. So chatty aswell!
Thanks Paralysis for a great evening.
Written 2 September 2023
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Thank you for the wonderful review! We're thrilled that you found our escape room challenging and fun.
Written 11 October 2023
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Jesskeds7360
20 contributions
Oct 2022 • Family
Clearly a very passionate owner. We’ve only done one room here but didn’t feel like there were many puzzles to solve. We’ve yet to return to do their newer room so hopefully more puzzles in that one!
Written 20 August 2023
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We're grateful for your review
Written 11 October 2023
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Mark E
1 contribution
Aug 2023 • Family
From walking through the front door the experience started, we done escape rooms but not like this. Jump scares galore and scary atmosphere. We did the phobia experience and cannot say how great it was without spoiling it. The hosts we amazing and happy to chat afterwards about the property and other things. All I can say I'd do it, we are booking another experience in couple days as it was that great.
Written 6 August 2023
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We appreciate your kind words and recommendation. Thank you for choosing our escape room for your adventure!
Written 11 October 2023
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Leek X
1 contribution
Jul 2023 • Friends
Class place, immersive rooms that really set the tone. Makes you use alot of brain power. Definetley coming again :)
Written 19 July 2023
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Thank you for the awesome review! We're glad you had a memorable and enjoyable experience in our escape room.
Written 11 October 2023
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Claire
1 contribution
Jul 2023 • Friends
3rd time visiting. We failed entity but wow what a room. I think its my favourite. They've all been fantastic and we can't wait to have another go. How can anything be so fun but terrifying. Would highly recommend. The rooms feel so real, the clues are very creative and clever.The staff make it come alive and the building itself is so spooky. And finally there's a bar. Fantastic night 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Written 15 July 2023
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We're happy to hear that you had an exceptional time at our escape room. Thank you for the positive review!
Written 11 October 2023
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Zoe C
2 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
Absolutely amazing experience today. Albeit a few paranormal entities that ended up the room closing due to us!!! The staff are so knowledgeable and lovely and the bar is amazing too. Massive thanks to Callum for the Entity cocktails they are amazing!!! Can't wait to come back and complete Entitty (if we're allowed) haha!
Written 8 July 2023
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Thank you for the fantastic feedback! We're thrilled that our escape room provided you with a great adventure.
Written 11 October 2023
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BigGrainge
3 contributions
Jun 2023
Excellent place to go with friends and have a laugh and a jump here and there! Just about made it out with a few minutes spare, really fun trying to work out what to do between you! The host was great you could tell he as passionate too - give it a go you won't be disappointed!
Written 30 June 2023
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We're grateful for your review and recommendation. Thank you for choosing our escape room for your fun-filled experience!
Written 11 October 2023
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Emily Beth
Stoke-on-Trent, UK2 contributions
Jun 2023 • Friends
After following Paralysis on social media for a while and wanting to try one of their rooms, I suggested it to my friend group and we agreed on trying Phobia.
As a horror lover, I expected to be able to smash the whole thing, but watching a horror film and experiencing it in a setting that feels like it’s happening first hand are entirely different things.
Most of the group went in blind, except myself, who had read as many reviews as possible in preparation, so I could say I had a vague idea of what was happening, but in reality, I had no idea what I was walking into. The atmosphere was set by Callum from our arrival, and the health and safety run through and scene setting had us on edge from before we went in.
Take it from me, time moves differently when it feels like you’re at risk of being taken out by a murderer. Time felt like it was both ticking by at the speed of light and like every second was twice as long simultaneously.
Although we were locked in a room, I constantly felt like I was exposed and I’d find myself constantly looking over my shoulder, even when I was backed into a corner. In the moments when the group would let our guard down to solve a puzzle, we’d receive another jump-scare, and I particularly would dissolve into screams.
It took me about 48 minutes, two crying fits and a hysterical breakdown before I threw in the towel and the rest of the group completed the room without me and with seconds to spare.
All in all, I would recommend Paralysis to everyone who’s looking for a good time and a big thrill, because although I was terrified the entire time, I genuinely had an amazing time! I will definitely try and get my group to go back to try a different room when I get the chance, although I don’t think I’m anywhere near prepared for Feast yet!
As a horror lover, I expected to be able to smash the whole thing, but watching a horror film and experiencing it in a setting that feels like it’s happening first hand are entirely different things.
Most of the group went in blind, except myself, who had read as many reviews as possible in preparation, so I could say I had a vague idea of what was happening, but in reality, I had no idea what I was walking into. The atmosphere was set by Callum from our arrival, and the health and safety run through and scene setting had us on edge from before we went in.
Take it from me, time moves differently when it feels like you’re at risk of being taken out by a murderer. Time felt like it was both ticking by at the speed of light and like every second was twice as long simultaneously.
Although we were locked in a room, I constantly felt like I was exposed and I’d find myself constantly looking over my shoulder, even when I was backed into a corner. In the moments when the group would let our guard down to solve a puzzle, we’d receive another jump-scare, and I particularly would dissolve into screams.
It took me about 48 minutes, two crying fits and a hysterical breakdown before I threw in the towel and the rest of the group completed the room without me and with seconds to spare.
All in all, I would recommend Paralysis to everyone who’s looking for a good time and a big thrill, because although I was terrified the entire time, I genuinely had an amazing time! I will definitely try and get my group to go back to try a different room when I get the chance, although I don’t think I’m anywhere near prepared for Feast yet!
Written 17 June 2023
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Hi Emily, thank you so much for your wonderful review-we can tell you are the kind of person that really loves our games… You must have a fantastic imagination. We will see you next time when you come to face your fears-maybe this time it will be up against feast? 👻😈
Written 30 June 2023
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Steph S
1 contribution
Jun 2023 • Couples
Amazing, super fun, scary experience doing phobia. Would definitely recommend to anyone can't wait to try feast
Written 3 June 2023
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We are so happy that you had a great game-we can’t wait to see you next time… Remember we don’t talk about feast 😈
Written 30 June 2023
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Sarah
3 contributions
Dec 2022 • Friends
We came to do the Entity room around Christmas time and it was entirely disappointing. First off we were left outside in the rain for ages. It was freezing and we were pretty uncomfortable by the time we were let in. Once inside we were met by two staff members who were lacking in enthusiasm. The brief had no energy and our Games Master was just reading off a laminated sheet. When it came to putting our stuff in lockers we were just told where they were and they left us to wander off and go to them ourselves. Felt really awkward.
Entity is their worst room. It could have benefited from multiple lights since we had a group of 5. It wasn't particularly scary and the room was just uncomfortably cold. The decorations aren't the best and the rooms are small. It was a squeeze trying to fit 5 of us in some areas. Some puzzles were cool but some lacked direction. We feared that at one point we'd ruin the game for ourselves if we did something that we were apparently meant to. It didn't feel right. No live actor in this one either.
Entity is their worst room. It could have benefited from multiple lights since we had a group of 5. It wasn't particularly scary and the room was just uncomfortably cold. The decorations aren't the best and the rooms are small. It was a squeeze trying to fit 5 of us in some areas. Some puzzles were cool but some lacked direction. We feared that at one point we'd ruin the game for ourselves if we did something that we were apparently meant to. It didn't feel right. No live actor in this one either.
Written 20 May 2023
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Hi Sarah
Although it’s been over 5 months since you visited us we still welcome your feedback. We really are sorry you felt your particular game didn’t deliver the usual premier standards we are know for and pride ourselves on. We will of course take your review and improve on it so that we can continue to be the highest rated horror escape rooms in Europe. Thank you once again!
Written 25 May 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
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