This one could be reworked and updated maybe to add a little mild scare and pizzazz, but it's ok. The last couple of puzzles look a bit newer and added something different. At times we did feel like we'd missed things and were wandering around looking for things, but an occasional hint pointed us back on track. ![]() Despite that, the puzzles are mostly fun and logical, and if you like old-school padlock rooms then this should be fine. was Harry Houdini publishing a book explaining how to slip handcuffs, escape prison. It’s located slightly out of the centre, which meant parking. Decades after Harry Houdinis death, magic fans and plebs alike are. When the venue had first opened, I’d assumed it would start off with a game inspired by Harry Houdini himself, but instead they’d opted for a prison break: Escape from Alcatraz. The storyline works somewhat, but lacks a bit of a wow factor. Onwards, on our New Year’s Eve trip, to Southampton and Houdini’s Escape Room. The train theme works and it does feel a bit like you're in a dining carriage. It reminds me of the older rooms we've played, maybe in need of a bit of tlc but the bare bones of something nice is there. As it was, we felt a bit awkward in the communal areas and couldn't wait to get out of there. It just felt very impersonal, and if it's staff inexperience then they could at least give her a bit of direction about how to welcome players and what their needs might be. Similarly, after it finished there was no offer of a team photo, just 'you did very well' and hardly any conversation. We just got told it was at the top of the stairs and left to our own devices. ![]() We had a little bit of direction about padlocks, weren't asked the usual things like if we'd like to use the bathroom or escorted to the room. The lady seemed really shy so I felt a bit sorry for her, but it just felt very unusual to arrive at a venue and have very little discussion with the host. I don't like to say negative things about individuals, and I wonder if the staff member was new, but this felt like the least welcoming company we've been to. ![]() My first thoughts about this room are more about the company in general.
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