Heist of the Century: A 90‑Minute Citywide Casino Caper in Leeds

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Heist of the Century: A 90‑Minute Citywide Casino Caper in Leeds

An interactive, city-wide escape game led by Dan Rooney’s pre-filmed crew that uses your smartphone GPS to guide teams through a simulated casino heist — this guide explains what to expect and how to prepare.

Heist of the Century: A 90‑Minute Citywide Casino Caper in Leeds.

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Location
Leeds
Operator
Team Activities UK
Category
City Tour
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

Join Dan Rooney and his team of criminal masterminds for an exhilarating, 90-minute adventure in Leeds. Teams use a GPS map on their smartphones to locate pre-filmed members of Dan’s crew, work through puzzles and codes, infiltrate a casino scenario with help from insiders and specialists, then attempt to blow the safe and escape with the loot before time runs out.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE STAKES

A Casino Caper with a Deadline

The core of the experience is a casino-themed sequence that culminates in opening a safe; once the safe is blown you have a final 15 minutes to make your escape with the loot.

THE CREW

Meet Dan Rooney’s Specialists

Using the GPS map on your smartphone you meet pre-filmed members of Dan’s crew—Jack Potts the man on the inside, Wheels the getaway driver, plus safe crackers and hackers—each playing a role in helping you gain access and advance the heist.

THE CLOCK

A Fast, Interactive City Game

The Big Escape is an interactive, city‑wide challenge with a fixed 90‑minute run time that forces teams to solve puzzles under pressure and sprint the final escape sequence.

What the day feels like

What the Heist Feels Like

The flow is brisk and cinematic: you navigate with a smartphone GPS to meet Dan’s pre-filmed crew, follow their guidance through an on-the-ground casino sequence, recruit help from insiders and specialists, crack codes and puzzles together, and—after breaking the safe—race against the clock during a 15‑minute escape window.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this is for—and who should look elsewhere.

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Small Groups & FriendsDesigned around teams of 2–4 people; the format rewards tight collaboration and quick decision-making among a small crew.
2
Families & Mixed-Age GroupsDescribed as suitable for all ages, the pace and puzzles work for mixed-age teams looking for an accessible city activity.
3
Tech-Savvy PlayersPlayers comfortable using a smartphone GPS will have the smoothest experience, as meeting points and crew interactions depend on the phone map.
4
Short-Form Adventure SeekersAt 90 minutes total duration, the event suits those seeking a compact, high-energy challenge rather than a multi-hour outing.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to Bring

A charged smartphone with GPS is required to access the map and meet the pre-filmed crew; bring comfortable shoes for walking during the 90-minute game.

Timing & Duration

The experience runs for 90 minutes in total; plan around that fixed time window for your booking.

Cost & Team Size

Pricing is set per team (2–4 people) and should be confirmed at booking; check operator details for current costs.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long does The Big Escape - Leeds take?

The experience runs for 90 minutes.

How much does it cost?

The listed price is £44 per team (teams are 2–4 people).

What is the recommended team size?

Teams are organised with 2–4 people per team.

Is the experience suitable for children?

The activity is described as suitable for all ages.

Do I need any special equipment?

You will need a smartphone with GPS to use the map and meet Dan’s crew during the game.

What happens after the safe is opened?

Once the safe is opened you have a 15-minute window to escape with the loot.