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Escape Rooms Durham

41-42 Saddler Street
Durham City
County Durham
DH1 3NJ

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Experience the Thrill: Escape Rooms Durham

We've brought the ultimate immersive thrill to the heart of the historic, medieval city of Durham! Step into another world where you and your team of 2 to 7 players are locked in a themed room with just 60 minutes to solve a series of cunning puzzles, riddles, and challenges to find your way to freedom. Think a mash-up of the brainpower needed for 'Cluedo' and 'The Crystal Maze'!

 

Our Epic Games

The Lily of Lumley: The UK's Most Immersive Castle Escape

You won't find another experience like this! Escape Rooms Durham has taken up residence inside the magnificent, 600-year-old Lumley Castle to create a truly immersive and thrilling escape experience.

The Mission: The ancient castle halls are haunted by the legendary Lily of Lumley. You are the investigative team tasked with uncovering the mystery, following the trail of a previous, vanished investigator, and navigating ancient rooms to find Lily, break her curse, and escape a deadly fate! This is a truly unique, next-level adventure.

Mr Borrowdale’s Study

The original hidden secret in medieval Durham! This hidden Escape Room packs many secrets...

Now in it's 10th year, this game has been played by thousands of players, enthusiasts and newbies a-like! It's a tough game known for it's devious puzzles and satisfying moments!

You wake up in a strange dimly lit study belonging to Mr Borrowdale, Durham's most feared resident. You are the latest victim of his sinister challenge. Can you work together as a team to solve his series of puzzles, unlock the door and Escape unharmed before his return?

Lab Heist

A fast paced room with a small footprint that packs a mighty punch...

Lab Heist opened in 2017 and is an Intense, fast paced, science based adventure. Packed with challenges in a tight footprint that really builds the tension! The game gets every member of the family's blood pumping. Lab Heist is real challenge for enthusiasts and newbies players of all ages and abilities.

Agents; Your mission, if you choose to accept it, is to infiltrate Durham Bio Laboratories and steal Dr Norman Atkinson's secret formula. Unfortunately you have triggered the security system which is slowly filling the laboratory with toxic fumes. Can you Escape with the data and the life of your team?

 

Perfect For Any Occasion!

An experience at Escape Rooms Durham is a fantastic and memorable way to spend time with others. Our games are a brilliant choice for:

- Families

- Friends looking for a unique night out

- Corporate Team Building (Nothing tests teamwork like a locked room!)

- Stag & Hen Parties

- Birthday Celebrations

...or just an unforgettable experience any day of the week!

 

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    Recent Reviews:

    • Michelle R
      Loved the escape room and all the staff at lumley castle
      5 of 5 stars
      Friday, 25th July 2025
      Had an amazing time i cant remember the man who works there he was amazing couldn't have asked for a better night ladies in the bar and restaurant were so helpful and lovely definitely will be going... Read full review
    • U7452LXpaulah
      Great fun
      5 of 5 stars
      Wednesday, 17th September 2025
      From the moment we arrived our host Matt was excellent. We really enjoyed our experience. Highly recommend if your in the area Read full review
    • Eve T
      Spooks galore, happy times!
      5 of 5 stars
      Thursday, 16th October 2025
      Such a lovely experience. I had only done one escape room years ago so went in not sure if I or my partner would be very good at it. Very helpful staff member at the beginning giving all the... Read full review
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    'Lily of Lumley' - Escape Rooms Durham at Lumley CastleEscape Rooms Durham - Lily of Lumley, Chester-le-StreetLumley Castle holds a secret. For centuries the halls and passageways have been said to be haunted by Lily Of Lumley. You and your team are here to investigate the haunting and solve the mystery. 

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