ABERDEEN CITY TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Race Aberdeen’s Streets to Crack the Case: Save the Groom
A 90-minute, city-wide, smartphone-driven detective game from Team Activities UK that teams play outdoors to uncover clues, solve riddles and rescue the groom; this guide explains what to expect and what to bring.
Race Aberdeen’s Streets to Crack the Case: Save the Groom.
Adventure brief
Race Aberdeen’s Streets to Crack the Case: Save the Groom
CSI Save the Groom is a city-wide, outdoor interactive detective game played on smartphones. Teams move through Aberdeen’s urban fabric racing against the clock to uncover clues, decipher riddles and crack codes in order to rescue the groom before the wedding — a fast, social puzzle experience set against a vibrant urban backdrop.
In the bustling streets of Aberdeen, an innovative and interactive adventure awaits those craving a mix of urban exploration and detective work. Save the Groom isn’t just a game—it’s a city-wide quest that turns the city's historic charm and lively buzz into a giant puzzle. Participants are handed smartphones loaded with clues, riddles, and coded messages that lead to uncovering a story of mystery and intrigue centered around a wedding rescue. As teams race through the city’s iconic landmarks, they decode secrets, solve puzzles, and race against the clock, creating a dynamic, high-energy experience suitable for friends, families, or corporate groups. What makes Save the Groom especially memorable is how it immerses players directly into Aberdeen’s vibrant streets—each clue is tied to local history, landmarks, and hidden corners, making the adventure both engaging and educational. Whether you’re navigating the historic Union Street, deciphering messages near the Aberdeen Art Gallery, or exploring the waterfront, this experience offers a fresh, immersive perspective on the city’s streets. Its mix of technology, problem-solving, and physical activity makes it a standout choice for those looking for an active, social outing that highlights Aberdeen’s unique character. Perfect for adventure seekers eager to see the city in a new way, Save the Groom delivers a compelling narrative combined with the thrill of a timed challenge, turning the city into your backyard playground. This dynamic activity is suitable for groups of all sizes and skill levels, emphasizing fun, teamwork, and local discovery.
Route Schematic
Route Schematic & Key Stops
The game plays out across multiple city stops where teams find clues, confront suspects and solve puzzles.
Initial Case Release
Teams begin by receiving the first clues on their smartphones that direct them into the city to locate suspects and evidence.
Clue Hunting Across the City
Players move between designated locations to uncover riddles and codes they must decipher to progress the investigation.
Final Puzzle & Rescue
The concluding sequence brings teams to a final challenge where deciphering the remaining clues allows them to ‘save the groom’ before time runs out.
This is a city-wide, outdoor smartphone game; participants should note the format is mobile and urban and consult Team Activities UK for any operator updates or local guidance.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Smartphone-First Detective Gameplay
Players use their phones to receive clues, submit answers and progress through an interactive case — the entire experience is designed around mobile play and team collaboration across the city.
A 90-Minute, Race-Against-the-Clock Challenge
The event is compact and intense: teams have 90 minutes to work through riddles and codes and locate suspects, making for quick decision-making and a lively tempo throughout the route.
Social, Team-Based Puzzle Solving
Designed for groups, the game encourages collaboration and friendly competition as teams track down suspects and piece together the mystery to ‘save the groom’ in time for the wedding.
What the day feels like
What the Experience Feels Like
From the moment teams receive the case on their phones the city becomes a gameboard: groups follow a sequence of clues and riddles, moving between locations to find suspects, decode information and advance the story. It’s brisk, collaborative and driven by short, satisfying puzzle moments — all designed to be completed within the 90-minute window.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this fits best
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
A smartphone is required to play; the game is delivered and progressed via mobile devices.
Ensure each team has at least one internet-connected smartphone to receive clues and submit answers during the event.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the experience last?
The game is designed to run for 90 minutes.
How much does it cost?
The price is £12 per person.
What device do I need?
A smartphone is required because the detective game is delivered and played via mobile devices.
Is the game outdoors or indoors?
CSI Save the Groom is a city-wide, outdoor interactive game.
Who runs the activity?
The operator is Team Activities UK.
What is the goal of the game?
Teams race to uncover clues, decipher riddles and crack codes to rescue the groom before the wedding.
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