A Rift In Time, London
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Highlights
- Solve clues as a team as you explore Soho, Covent Garden and Mayfair
- Victorian London viewed through the lens of a Dickensian-themed detective game
- Pub/cafe recommendations along the way, with discounts
- Clues sent to your phones, with help available, the perfect difficulty for all
- Activity is a mix of; outdoor escape room, treasure/scavenger hunt, walking tour
- Oxford Circus to Covent Garden
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Story
Description
Discover the secrets of Victorian London with this escape room-style game through Soho, Mayfair and Covent Garden. A ghostly stranger from another era drifts forlornly through the cobbled streets, will you help him or hurt him? You decide! Follow riddle-filled clues and shape the story with your choices.
At the same time explore the highlights and stunning hidden corners of these historic London areas. Expect to see: Carnaby St, the Royal Academy of Arts, Burlington Arcade, Trafalgar and Leicester Squares, Goodwin's Court and Covent Garden. All this plus puzzles, challenges, rest-stops at great pubs/cafes and plenty of surprises.
This riddle-filled journey is perfect for teams looking for a narrative adventure that captures the essence of Victorian London and explores the city's streets as they are today. Step back in time, journey through the present, lose yourselves in the mysteries and wonder of this great city.
How It Works
Your team will receive clues on your phones that, once deciphered, will guide you to interesting and scenic parts of the city. At these you will solve riddles, explore the story and make decisions that will impact the rest of the game.The route is walking distance and features optional breaks at great pubs, bars and cafes along the way. The clues require no prior knowledge and come with hints to make the experience something everyone can enjoy.
** There is a short route overlap with our "Secrets of the Squares" route, different clues and only a very short period.
** This route is the same as "Clause & Effect" over the festive period.
Plan your day
Timings
Start any time between 9am-9pm (Mon-Sun)
2 - 2.5 hours across 5.2 km / 3.2 miles
Start Location
Oxford Circus Tube Station, Oxford Street, London
End Location
Around Covent Garden.
Communication Methods
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Reviews
The great things you say about CityDays
KLP
So much fun. A heads up way to view some of the more interesting parts of London. Have already recommended it to others.
Roberts
Brilliant day out! So many hidden places to find.
Quilimo
Amazing trip! Some funny wordings for some questions, but it was an amazing idea nonetheless! Had a great time :)
WILL&BEX
Great day out with lovely pub and market stops along the way!
D&H
Had a wonderful time and really enjoyed it, like how it showed some hidden gems of the city, really got to know London …
The Flooks
We had a great time on the Sheffield murder mystery trail today. Highly recommend!
mr frog fanclub
lovely trail to hidden mews. really nice
Rayanne and Hiba
This experience was truly a joy. It’s a day I’ll never forget. So much fun with your friends or family. Definitely woul…
Nikkis Birthday Treasure Hunt
2nd time we've done this. Thoroughly enjoyed it even though it took nearly 5 hours and it was rainy haha. We will defin…
The Hoisonators
This was an excellent activity and it left us ready to do another one - we look forward to the others becoming availabl…
The Foresters
Fantastic trail.Great way to see parts of the city and was extremely enjoyable.
Em and Stu
We were a little hesitant going into this, what to expect, but we didn't need to be. It's a great way to explore, see t…
LIL BIG FIREHEAD
Very fun idea to do for a fun day out, definitely recommend
Narliws
We loved it! Had the best time seeing the historical parts of London!
Melktert
Absolutely fun! We struggled with clue 11 as there was scafollding build around
Team Toad
Even though we've been to Birmingham hundreds of times before, doing this scavenger hunt helped us discover more about …
Bruxelles
Fantastic fun. A perfect blend of puzzles and sightseeing.
All the D’s
A great day in the city with the family. Solving clues whilst exploring new parts of London and being reunited with old.
watto
A great day out showing us places we’d never have found on our own.
Big 6 0
We had great fun exploring the streets of East London eclectic street art statues and eateries. Celebrating my mileston…
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