Race the Clock Across Newcastle: Crack Codes, Track Suspects, Save the Groom

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE CITY TOUR FIELD GUIDE

Race the Clock Across Newcastle: Crack Codes, Track Suspects, Save the Groom

A 90-minute, city-wide outdoor detective game played on smartphones that tasks teams with solving riddles and tracking suspects to rescue the groom before the wedding.

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Race the Clock Across Newcastle: Crack Codes, Track Suspects, Save the Groom.

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

CSI Save the Groom is a city-wide, outdoor, interactive detective game in Newcastle upon Tyne that turns streets and public spaces into a timed puzzle: teams use smartphones to follow clues, identify suspects, and crack codes in a race to Save the Groom.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE FORMAT

Smartphone-driven, city-wide gameplay

Players use their phones to receive clues, track suspects and input answers — the whole game unfolds outdoors across the city in an interactive, team-based race against time.

THE PACE

A brisk, 90-minute challenge

The event is designed as a short, intense experience that packs a complete mystery-solving arc into ninety minutes of city exploration and puzzle-solving.

THE OCCASION

Ideal for hen parties and mixed-age groups

Framed as a hen-party friendly activity, the game is accessible across age groups and built for teams competing to solve the case together.

What the day feels like

What it feels like to play

Teams fan out across Newcastle, juggling time pressure and clever riddles as they follow smartphone prompts from clue to clue. The experience blends light urban navigation with collaborative problem-solving — think a scavenger hunt dialed up with codes, suspects and a ticking clock.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this game suits — and who should think twice.

1
Hen Parties & Celebratory GroupsDesigned as a social, competitive outing suitable for hen parties, the format encourages teamwork and playful rivalry across mixed groups.
2
Families & Mixed-age GroupsMarketed as suitable for all ages, the game can accommodate family groups, though younger children may need supervision while navigating the city.
3
Casual AdventurersIf you enjoy light urban exploration, puzzles and a timed challenge without specialized gear, this is a compact, accessible option.
4
Competitive TeamsGroups that like racing against others will appreciate the time pressure and scoring potential embedded in the team-based format.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Duration

The event runs for approximately 90 minutes.

What to Bring

A smartphone is required to receive clues and submit answers; plan for an outdoor walk across the city.

Cost

The listed price is £12 per person.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long does Save the Groom last?

The game lasts approximately 90 minutes.

How much does it cost per person?

The price is £12 per person.

Do I need a smartphone to play?

Yes — the game is played on smartphones as teams receive and solve clues digitally.

Is this an outdoor, city-wide game?

Yes — it is a city-wide outdoor detective game with teams moving between multiple city locations to find suspects and solve the crime.

Is the game suitable for all ages?

The activity is presented as suitable for all ages, making it appropriate for mixed-age groups and hen parties.

What do teams do during the game?

Teams track suspects, solve riddles and crack codes via their smartphones as they move around the city to complete the mystery.