BRIGHTON AND HOVE CITY TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Heist by the Sea: A 90‑Minute Casino Caper Through Brighton
A city‑wide, interactive 90‑minute adventure in Brighton where teams use a smartphone GPS to meet a pre‑filmed crew, solve puzzles and crack a casino safe.
Heist by the Sea: A 90‑Minute Casino Caper Through Brighton.
Adventure brief
Heist by the Sea: A 90‑Minute Casino Caper Through Brighton
The Big Escape – Brighton stages a cinematic casino heist across the city: for 90 minutes teams follow a smartphone GPS to rendezvous with Dan Rooney’s crew, crack codes, solve puzzles and work together to blow open a safe and escape with the loot.
Brighton, a vibrant seaside city on England's south coast, offers more than just iconic piers and lively streets. For those craving an engaging, hands-on adventure, The Big Escape provides a unique twist on outdoor activity, blending strategic thinking with team collaboration. Led by Dan Rooney, this 90-minute escape room experience transforms a classic puzzle challenge into an immersive journey that promises adrenaline and fun. As you step into the scenario, you'll find yourself at the center of an unfolding casino heist. The setting feels authentic, with detailed props and high-stakes ambiance that draw you in from the start.
Participants must decipher codes and solve riddles with the clock ticking down, making this a test of quick thinking and cooperation. The experience is perfect for groups, be it friends, families, or corporate teams looking for an unconventional way to bond and challenge themselves. What's unique about The Big Escape is its seamless integration of clever physical puzzles within an outdoor urban setting, encouraging players to think on their feet while navigating Brighton's lively streets.
The activity's energetic pace and emphasis on teamwork make it stand out among Brighton's typical attractions. It's not just a game—it's an adventure that leaves players with memories of puzzle-solving under time pressure, all set against the backdrop of the colorful city. Whether you're a local looking for a novel outing or a visitor wanting to enjoy Brighton from a different perspective, this experience offers a compelling blend of mental challenge and social interaction.
Add this to your Brighton itinerary for an interactive adventure that’s as smart as it is exhilarating, making it a highlight of any trip to this lively seaside town.
Route Schematic
Route & Key Stops
The game follows a sequence of rendezvous and puzzle locations culminating in the casino safe and a timed getaway.
GPS Meet‑Up
Teams use a GPS map on their smartphone to locate and meet Dan Rooney’s crew as the adventure begins.
Meeting the Crew
Encounter the pre‑filmed specialists — the insider (Jack Potts), the getaway driver (Wheels) and various hackers and safe‑crackers — who provide the assistance and narrative to access the casino.
Casino Access & Puzzles
Navigate a series of puzzles and codes designed to grant access to the casino and the vault.
Breach & Getaway
Open the safe and then complete a final, timed escape — you have 15 minutes to get away with the loot.
This city‑wide activity requires use of a smartphone GPS and is organized for teams of 2–4 people; it is presented as suitable for all ages.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A City‑Wide Casino Heist
This is an interactive, city‑wide escape built around a casino break‑in — teams race through puzzles and codes with the aim of accessing and opening the casino safe.
Meet Dan Rooney’s Crew
You connect with Dan Rooney and his pre‑filmed team of specialists — including an insider, a driver and a roster of safe‑crackers and hackers — who guide your progress as the plot unfolds.
A Timed Escape with High Stakes
Once the safe is opened the finale tightens: after blowing the safe you have a final 15 minutes to make your escape before time runs out.
What the day feels like
What the Adventure Feels Like
The experience unfolds like a compact thriller: using a smartphone GPS you locate and meet Dan’s pre‑filmed team, who help your small group gain access to the casino. Along the route you encounter characters — an inside man, a getaway driver, hackers and safe‑crackers — and tackle a sequence of puzzles that culminate in breaching the casino safe and a timed escape.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this experience suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The activity runs for 90 minutes from start to finish.
A smartphone with GPS is required to locate the crew and follow the route.
Pricing is per team: £44 for teams of 2–4 people.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does The Big Escape – Brighton take?
The experience lasts 90 minutes.
How many people can join a team and what is the price?
Teams are 2–4 people and the team price is £44.
How do we meet the crew?
You meet Dan Rooney’s crew by following a GPS map on your smartphone to the designated rendezvous points.
Is this suitable for children or older participants?
Yes — the activity is described as suitable for all ages.
What happens after the safe is opened?
After the safe is opened you have 15 minutes to escape with the loot.
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