Save the Groom — a 90‑minute city‑wide detective chase through Swansea

SWANSEA CITY TOUR FIELD GUIDE

Save the Groom — a 90‑minute city‑wide detective chase through Swansea

A city‑wide, outdoor interactive detective game played on smartphones; this guide explains what to expect and how to prepare for the timed team challenge.

Save the Groom — a 90‑minute city‑wide detective chase through Swansea.

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

In Swansea streets become a live crime scene: teams use smartphones to track suspects, solve riddles and crack codes in a 90‑minute race to 'Save the Groom.' The game is played outdoors across the city and is designed around collaborative problem solving and fast on‑your‑feet decision making.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE GAME

City‑wide detective hunt

CSI Save the Groom is an outdoor, city‑wide interactive detective game played on smartphones where teams track down suspects and work through puzzles to crack the case.

THE CHALLENGE

Riddles, codes and a ticking clock

Teams decipher riddles and crack codes in a timed format that rewards quick thinking and collaboration as you race to free the groom before time runs out.

THE SOCIAL

A team event for celebrations and groups

Designed for teams, the event is popular as a hen‑party activity and a social challenge suitable for a wide range of participants.

What the day feels like

What it feels like

Expect fast‑paced urban exploration: small teams consult their phones, move between checkpoints across Swansea, interrogate clues and solve sequential puzzles. The flow is driven by location‑based tasks and codebreaking that escalate toward a final challenge to 'save' the groom.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this works best for.

1
Hen & stag partiesA team‑based, social game well suited to celebratory groups looking for an active, puzzle‑driven experience in the city.
2
Families (all ages)The activity is listed as suitable for all ages and can accommodate family groups that enjoy collaborative puzzles.
3
Team‑building groupsSmall teams that need a brief, structured problem‑solving challenge will find the competitive, timed format appropriate for group dynamics work.
4
Smartphone usersParticipants must be comfortable using a smartphone—gameplay is delivered entirely via mobile device.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Duration & Price

The activity runs 90 minutes. Price is £12 per person.

What to Bring

A smartphone is required—the game is played on participants' phones.

Format & Logistics

This is a city‑wide, outdoor interactive detective game in Swansea; teams move around the city to find suspects and solve the crime.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long does Save the Groom last?

The event runs for 90 minutes.

How much does it cost?

The price is £12 per person.

What do participants need to bring?

A smartphone — the game is played on phones.

Is the activity suitable for children or older participants?

The event is described as suitable for all ages.

What do teams do during the game?

Teams use smartphones to track down suspects, solve riddles and crack codes in a race against time to save the groom.