FAQs
Escape Room FAQs
What is an escape room?
An escape room is an immersive, live-action adventure where teams solve puzzles to complete a mission, typically within 60 minutes.
How many players can participate?
Our rooms can accommodate 2-8 players. Larger teams can book multiple rooms (link).
Do I need to book in advance?
Yes, booking in advance is best, but feel free to drop in if you’re passing and fancy an adventure – there may well be one waiting for you.
When should we arrive?
Please arrive by your scheduled start time. This ensures you have time for your team briefing and start your adventure promptly.
What if we arrive late?
Arrivals more than 10 minutes after the adventure is scheduled to start may result in a shorter game or forfeiture of the booking without refund. We’re not monsters, though – keep us posted and we’ll do what we can to make sure you get to play.
How long does the experience last?
The game itself is 60 minutes, but plan for a total of 1½ hours, which includes briefing, debriefing, and a team photo at the end.
What about cancellations and rescheduling?
Cancel more than 14 days before your session and you get a full refund. More than 7 days before your session and you get 50% refund.
No refunds are given for cancellations within 7 days of the session. Rescheduling requests must be made at least 7 days in advance and are subject to availability.
Can we request hints?
Of course! Your Game Master will monitor your progress and provide hints if needed. But do you really need them? Really?
Is it suitable for beginners?
Definitely! Our rooms are designed to challenge both beginners and experienced players alike.
What should I wear?
Comfortable clothes and shoes are recommended, but there are no specific attire requirements. We will, however, be awarding prizes for the team who “dress” the best for their specific adventure.
Are the rooms physically demanding?
No, our rooms focus on mental challenges rather than physical activity. No heavy lifting or strenuous movement is required, in fact, if you have to force anything, it means you need to do something else first…
What happens if we don’t escape in time?
You get locked in forever!
Actually, you don’t. If time runs out, your Game Master will let you out and answer any questions you have about what was missed. But only if you ask – you could always come back and give it another go.
Is there an age limit?
No, but most of the puzzles are set for age 8 and above. Anyone under 17 must be accompanied by an adult, please.
Is it scary?
Some rooms, like Detonate, may include intense elements like smoke or strobe lights, but our focus is on puzzles and fun rather than fear. For now…
Is it wheelchair accessible?
Currently, the rooms are located on an upper floor without lift access, but we are working on improving accessibility with a stair lift. More info to follow soon. Keep an eye on our social media.
Might we have to play with strangers?
No, your booking is private to your group. That doesn’t stop you bringing strangers – there’s nothing like an escape room for finding out what people are like.
What if someone has health conditions?
Please let us know of any health conditions like epilepsy or severe anxiety before booking, as some rooms contain smoke, strobe lights, or dark environments.
Can I take photos inside the room?
We don’t mind you taking photos inside the room, as long as you tag us in on your socials and try not to reveal anything about the puzzles – no one like spoilers! We will also provide you with a team photograph afterwards in our special Photo Finish area.
Are there lockers for personal items?
Yes, lockers are available for personal belongings. You will keep the key for the locker during the game. Spoiler: it doesn’t unlock anything in the escape room. Probably…
If you have other questions, please do get in touch
Players Speak
So good we’ve done it 3 times!
Excellent team, excellent puzzles and a genuinely fun experience for all!
Claire P
We were immediately immersed in the “back story”. The room was probably the best escape room we have ever done.
Pippa B
Amazing special effects and detailed props. Lovely staff too
Nicola M
Seven of us celebrated my 50th recently by doing the Portal escape room. Had a great time, the staff and set up was very professional.
Lyndsay P
I took my son and his friends to do the immersion escape rooms. 10 out of 10
Lola P
There is not one thing I can fault the team at Immersion with, everything about the experience is 10/10.
Georgia K
Brilliant first escape room experience!
Joseph De P
Brilliant. best escape room we have ever done, truly terrifying and completely immersion.
Jamie L
Trust me go in cold and enjoy the surprise! Highly recommend.
Nick S
e’ve done an escape room every year as a family at differing locations but this was one of our favourites! We will definitely be back!
Freya J
We failed to escape, it was by far one of the best we have done to date.
Brother C
Very immersive experience and well worth the price with plenty to explore.
Brett H
Had such an amazing time in the new Echo room!
Daniel H
Well thought out puzzles and the rooms are amazing. Phin and the team did an amazing job.
Edward S
Very friendly staff. We undertook the portal room which was incredibly well done.
Archie K
Great fun
Ross H
Had the best time here yesterday! We’ve done two of the rooms so far, and will definitely be back for the next one soon.
Catherine T
Our daughter has done Portal and Detonate – completely different and both beautifully designed with great puzzles.
Alex F
Did as a team of 8. Really good puzzles and lots to do for everyone. Great people running it highly recommended.
Rachel N
I’d recommend Immersion Escape Rooms to anyone who’s after a fun evening out.
Sam E
We thoroughly enjoyed the time spent in there, as the themes were excellent.
David K
We had a great afternoon celebrating a family birthday by taking part in an escape room.
LJ Olivey
One of the best escape rooms I’ve done. Great attention to detail and all props and sets were high quality.
Ren T
Top quality escape room in terms of both puzzles and immersion in the story.
Donna P
Loved it great fun had great time with friends would recommend.
Sophie H
Fantastic experience. Lots of fun. Engaging team. Will absolutely go back for the other rooms.
Timothy N
Host was a jolly, entertaining and a very enthusiastic tour guide. Would highly recommend xxxx 5 stars.
Claire S
Successfully escaped Detonate. Amazing room with lots of cool puzzles!
Megan P
You’ll definitely experience something different here.
Ben W
Really good, well designed
Ose L
Brilliant escape room, really well run and the design of the rooms are epic. We will be back!
Megan L
Great experience! And well worth a visit.
Emma B
Recently came to visit during half term with my 11 year old son. What a fabulous experience, great puzzle and lots of fun.
Ian C
Brilliant, fun and clever escape room run by lovely people.
Katie M
We have done both the available rooms and they are both absolutely awesome
Claire T
Had a great time with my friends on a Saturday night
Nabeel Z
The rooms themselves are brilliantly thought out.
Stephanie D
We did the Portal room and loved it.
Vanessa W
Did Portal. Great room, one of the best we’ve done.
Ben W
Brilliant so much. Highly recommend
Doug E
Great room, and 2 guys that look the same but are not
Ian W
The clues were clever and different to ones we’ve seen before.
David O
Brilliant quality escape room and clues. Very lovely staff also. Will definitely be back.
Kayleigh B
This is a cut above many of the other escape rooms
John F
Amazing escape room, best one I’ve been too.
Maisie W
Really good fun! Challenging yet rewarding.
Pete E
I had lower expectations from this escape room due to it being independent and in my home town but I was so wrong!
Zoe B
Great escape room. We will definitely be back to play other rooms.
Helen C
Great experience, very funny and friendly staff.
Lewin V
Great fun will defo be up for the history next.
Richard R
We will definitely be coming back to try Portal or the Echo one in the future!
Ryan B
Really good fun! Challenging yet rewarding.
Pete E
My party did the Portal escape room and it was rich with detail.
Jack S
Great experience. Lots of fun!
Vicki G
Amazing experience 🙂
Amy Grainger
My party did the Portal escape room and it was rich with detail.
Jack S
Brilliant escape room – really enjoyed Portal!
Leah C
Loved the local theme. Excellent!
Catherine D
It was a good difficulty level for my wife and I, even after completing close to 100 escape rooms, and the story was good too!
Alex M
Portal was a fantastic team-building experience and left us wanting more.
Kym M
The staff were so lovely and we will definitely return. Thank you!
Abby W
Excellent time had doing 2 escape rooms here! Thoroughly enjoyed ourselves…
Stephanie B
This experience was captivating from the first minute. We loved the whole experience.
Claire J
Brilliant place, so much effort has been put into it and we had an absolute blast.
Edward R
Great room, good fun with excellent theming and props. 🙂
Emilie
Brilliant escape room, logical puzzles and great GMing from Phin.
Robert S
Done over 50 escape rooms and rate this very highly.
Thisnothend
Great room, good fun with excellent theming and props. 🙂
Emilie
Phin, you’ve created something truly exceptional! This was hands down the best escape room experience I’ve ever had.
Michael M
Challenging and used history of Alton to really draw you into the theme of the room. 5 stars all the way.
Poket27
Really enjoyed this, best escape room I’ve been to so far.
Luke B
Such a great fun escape room and a good challenge! Loved the local theme we did as well!
David M
“Absolutely 10/10, genuinely been my favourite escape room I’ve tried and I’ve done quite a few over the years. What a fantastic venue!”
Tim D
“Had a wonderful time here playing Detonate, the staff were amazing, will be back for sure when they have more rooms to play.”
Simon G
We are pretty experienced with escape rooms and Detonate did not disappoint! Some interesting puzzles, fun props, and a really great theme.
Chris H
“Absolutely brilliant! A lot of time, thought and attention to detail have been put into Immersion Escapes Rooms in Alton.”
Andrew
“We have done many escape rooms and this was one of the best. Great immersive room and friendly staff. Can’t wait to book back in for another room.”
Gemma C
“A great experience!. Good challenges and a great setup. Really dramatic worrying about the bomb. Will certainly go again.”
Raymond W
““Detonate” is a well themed room with a great mix of puzzles over a variety of difficulties. Absolutely 10/10 and look forward to seeing the other rooms at what is shaping up to be a fantastic venue!”
Tropical Angler
The friendly and highly enthusiastic team have created an immersive, high quality experience.
Ryan
Really nicely designed escape room with a good mixture of puzzles. Loved that it was Alton themed and looking forward to seeing the other rooms!
Dave T