Heist on the Shannon: A 90‑Minute, City‑Wide Casino Escape in Carrick‑on‑Shannon

CARRICK-ON-SHANNON CITY TOUR FIELD GUIDE

Heist on the Shannon: A 90‑Minute, City‑Wide Casino Escape in Carrick‑on‑Shannon

A fast‑paced, interactive city tour where teams use a smartphone GPS map to meet Dan Rooney’s crew, crack puzzles and race to escape with the loot—this guide distills what to expect and how to prepare.

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Heist on the Shannon: A 90‑Minute, City‑Wide Casino Escape in Carrick‑on‑Shannon.

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Carrick-On-Shannon
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Team Activities
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City Tour
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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Join Dan Rooney and his crew for an exhilarating 90‑minute adventure through Carrick‑on‑Shannon: crack codes, solve puzzles and execute the Heist of the Century as you move through the city, guided by pre‑filmed team members and a GPS map on your smartphone.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE SETUP

Meet the Crew by GPS, Then Infiltrate the Casino

You use the GPS map on your smartphone to rendezvous with Dan Rooney’s pre‑filmed team of experts who guide your access to the casino and the heist’s key moments.

THE CAST

Characters Along the Way

Expect to encounter named contacts — Jack Potts as your man on the inside, Wheels the getaway driver, plus safe‑crackers and hackers who unfold the story beats as your team progresses.

THE TICKING CLOCK

A Race to Escape with the Loot

After you blow the safe, the scenario gives you a final 15‑minute window to escape with the loot — a time‑pressured finale that drives urgency and teamwork.

What the day feels like

What It Feels Like

This is a city‑wide interactive puzzle: teams of 2–4 follow a smartphone GPS to meet Dan Rooney’s gang, work through staged encounters with insiders and technicians, gain access to the casino, crack the safe and then sprint against the clock for a last‑ditch escape.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this adventure suits — and who should think twice.

1
Small groups of friendsIdeal: the experience is designed around teams; pricing and structure accommodate groups organized into teams of 2–4 people.
2
Puzzle and escape‑room fansIdeal: those who like timed puzzles and collaborative problem‑solving will find the casino heist format engaging.
3
Couples or pairsSuitable: the team size works well for two‑person teams looking for an interactive city activity.
4
Large families or groupsLess ideal: the activity is structured around compact teams (2–4 people), so larger parties should plan to split into multiple teams.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Duration

The experience runs for 90 minutes.

What to Bring

A smartphone with GPS (and the ability to view the event’s map) is required to locate the crew and navigate the route.

Team Size & Price

Bookings are organized by team; typical team size is 2–4 people and the listed team price is €48.

Booking & Operator

The activity is operated by Team Activities and led by Dan Rooney and his crew in the pre‑filmed, staged scenario.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long does The Big Escape take?

The activity is 90 minutes in duration.

How many people are on a team and what does it cost?

Teams are typically 2–4 people; the team price is €48.

Where and how do we meet the crew?

You meet Dan Rooney’s crew via the GPS map on your smartphone that directs teams to the rendezvous points.

Who are the characters we meet during the heist?

The scenario includes pre‑filmed team members and contacts such as Jack Potts (the insider), Wheels (the getaway driver), and staged safe‑crackers and hackers.

Is there a final time limit after opening the safe?

Yes — once the safe is opened you have a 15‑minute window to escape with the loot.