Top Things to do in Norfolk
Things to do in Norfolk, England: The Best Room Escape Games
A holiday in Norfolk is not a glamorous break. While the Norfolk Broads of East Anglia are a beautiful part of the UK, they represent a relaxing rural getaway rather than a high-powered city-break. Although its reputation is mostly rural, with people associating the county mostly with the wetlands of the Norfolk Broads, there are also towns such as Norwich and King's Lynn to visit, both of which provide shopping opportunities, nightlife and entertainment. Norfolk also contains a large stretch of coastline, and seaside destinations such as Cromer and Great Yearmouth mean there are great beaches to be found as well. Many areas of the Norfolk Broads and the coastal region are sites of outstanding natural beauty, and are also protected as bird reserves, so take a pair of binoculars on holiday. There are also popular wildlife attractions such as Banham Zoo, with a great collection of big cats, and Great Yarmouth's Sea Life Centre, one of the biggest of its kind in the country, complete with tropical sharks and conger eels. And of course, if any of your family are interested in boating, you'll need to rent a boat and explore the waterways of the Broads themselves!
Restaurants in Norfolk
1. Cryptic Escape
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 790 reviews
Cryptic Escape is the first real-life escape game in Norwich, UK. Based in the historic Augustine steward House. You are locked in a room for 60 minutes and you need to find a way to escape. There are a lot of objects, codes, hidden hints, that can help you to get out. You have to be smart and think out of the box to solve the puzzles you find. In a team you have to think together, work together and most importantly laugh together.
Reviewed By PennyW1228 - Norwich, United Kingdom
this was our second visit to an escape room ,we did the greenbeard pirate room and were "captivated" from the start .Assisted via screen with a few helpful hints ,we could kick ourselves for missing some ,which were obvious and others which we would have never achieved .The puzzles were a variety of challenges and we are hooked to complete more .The premises were in keeping with covoid guidelines and we felt adequately protected
2. History Mystery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 572 reviews
AWESOME ESCAPE GAMES IN AMAZING HISTORIC PLACES History Mystery® live escape games are an exhilarating hour of fun in fabulous historic locations, finding clues and solving puzzles based on real stories from history. With a range of games suitable for 2 to 10 players, they are unmissable entertainment for family or friends. Unlike most escape rooms with made-up stories, History Mystery games are brought to life with unique true tales, hand-crafted into unforgettable experiences enjoyed by first-time players and expert escape gamers alike. In amazing places steeped in history, you can race against the clock to escape from underground vaults, discover a hidden medieval street, chase Anne Boleyn to the altar, or experience an exclusive after-hours museum mystery.
Reviewed By 7Narnas
We decided to book this game at short notice, after our holiday in Norfolk started out decidedly wet and we needed something indoors to enjoy. Despite some first time nerves, this ended up being a ln absolutely superb escape game and out game master Holly was fab; friendly knowledgeable and helpful when we needed it! We escaped with 1min 12 secs to spare and found it very tricky (2 players). We definitely want to come back to enjoy a tour run by this company and to do the Blickling escape room too. Highly recommended!
3. Puzzlescape
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5.0 based on 187 reviews
Reviewed By clairedyblefiske - Norwich, United Kingdom
Our first escape room and it couldn't have been more suited. Difficulty level was perfect with lots for our youngest (6) to find and join in with as well as everyone else. Managed to get the diamond but didnt quite escape in time. Thoroughly enjoyable and really brought the family together...smiles all round. Kids are stiĺ talking about it now. Amazing staff who were really helpful and kind, made us feel comfortable and relaxed.
4. History Mystery
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5.0 based on 135 reviews
In THE QUEENMAKER, the world's first escape game in a real church, the royal marriage that changed history is in your hands! Life in Tudor England is a constant struggle, even for Norfolk’s wealthy Boleyn family. The closer you are to the King, the more secure your lands, and your lives, will be. There is no place at Court closer than the King’s consort – his Queen. In the church where the real-life Anne Boleyn worshipped as a girl, you must use all your guile and cunning to overcome the many obstacles in your path and help get your daughter Anne to the altar, as the bride of King Henry the Eighth!
Reviewed By indiamae111
We had an amazing time as a family completing the Escape Room! Siv was amazing and we are definitely going to do more of these games, it had something for everyone!
5. Escape Rooms King’s Lynn
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5.0 based on 23 reviews
You have 60 minutes and a handful of clues. Do you have what it takes to escape? You'll use logic and teamwork. We have 3 rooms including one child-themed room suitable for families! A great trip out for all! We are open Friday, Saturday, Sunday but can open during the week on request. Please email us.
Reviewed By CStock3
Brought the gymnasts I coach for an Easter treat! Fab team building exercise and great fun! ???? Would highly recommend for all ages!!
6. Axes & Escapes
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5.0 based on 52 reviews
Looking for something different to do in Norfolk? You've just found it. Here at Axes & Escapes you can learn the skill of Axe throwing in our safely controlled bowling style lanes. Once you've hit your first bullseye, we're sure you'll be hooked. Or try our variety of Escape rooms which are uniquely designed with a series of challenging puzzles.
Reviewed By 281tonyk - Brentwood, United Kingdom
We booked the murder mystery escape room for my daughters birthday but had to cancel due to Covid. The owner was very helpful, telling me to re-book when we were ready. Today we escaped! The four of us had a fantastic time. The escape room was challenging enough (we had a fair bit of help from the owner who watches on monitors and offers help when he feels you need it) but not so hard my 13 year old solved some of the problems. We didn't complete the task in the hour but were aloud to carry on and finish. We got a lot of satisfaction when we solved the mystery. Lots of parking and excellent staff. Highly recommended.
7. Fakenham Escape Rooms
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 16 reviews
An escape room is a physical adventure game in which players solve a series of puzzles and riddles using clues, hints, and strategy to complete the objectives at hand and escape the room.
Reviewed By Jslcherry - Bristol, United Kingdom
I left 4 hard-to-please teenagers (mixed group of 15-17 year olds) here to do the Disaster Strikes Escape Room. This was their first experience of any escape room and they loved it! They found the layout challenging and stimulating and had the perfect amount of hints. They are keen to do more now, which is a ringing endorsement, and we will definitely be back to try the House of Evidence. PS Covid safety was excellent here, great attention to hygiene etc
8. Clued Up! Escape Rooms
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5.0 based on 111 reviews
We are a live escape game company based in the heart of Norwich, offering three games: Nuclear Countdown, Prison Breakout and The Bank Heist. Do you have what it takes to solve the puzzles and escape our rooms? You will have one hour to solve the puzzles and make your escape. A fun activity for all types of groups from 2-8 players. Prices from just £44 (for two players).
Reviewed By johnrowe1963 - Norwich, United Kingdom
We chase to do the Bank heist with my family for our Christmas Eve treat It was great fun and as an retired bank it was great to Rob The Royal Bank of Norwich Look forward to other challenges in 2021
9. Locked In Lynn
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5.0 based on 34 reviews
Escape room in King's Lynn: Currently we have 5 themed escape rooms perfect fun for all the family. Our current rooms are as follows. Prison Break Diamond Heist The Forbidden Campsite Make or Break Paranormal Activity
Reviewed By jordanbE757OX
Just done one of the new rooms (make or break) best escape room I’ve ever done I will be coming back to do the other rooms and the guys have done a good job and run a brilliant business would recommend to everyone
10. Escape Hunt Norwich
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 110 reviews
Experience the most exciting escape rooms in Norwich. Escape Hunt Leeds features 5-star rated escape rooms, a luxury lounge and VIP amenities. Get locked in and let the adrenaline flow as you race against time to crack the clues and escape the room. Great fun for groups, team building, corporate events, families or a night out with friends. Our expert staff can help you create an exciting and memorable birthday party, group event, company away day and more. Escape Hunt is the global leader in escape room games with locations worldwide. Book online and step up to the challenge at Escape Hunt Norwich.
Reviewed By ifonlyyoudtoldme
The Alice in Wonderland room was great fun, an exciting challenge and brought to life by the wonderful Hollie who’s acting talents and fun friendly manner made this a truly wonderful experience. We can’t wait to try another challenge soon.
