MIDDLESBROUGH CITY TOUR FIELD GUIDE

The Big Escape: A 90‑Minute, City‑Wide Heist Through Middlesbrough

An interactive, family‑friendly city adventure that uses your smartphone to guide teams through a staged casino heist—this guide explains what to expect and how to prepare.

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The Big Escape: A 90‑Minute, City‑Wide Heist Through Middlesbrough.

Duration

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Location

Middlesbrough

Operator

Team Activities UK

Outing Highlights

THE RACE

A 90‑Minute Ticking Clock

This experience is built around a fast, fixed window: teams have a total 90 minutes to complete the heist, culminating in a final 15‑minute dash after the safe is opened to escape with the loot.

THE TECH

Smartphone‑Led City Navigation

Instead of a single meeting point, you use the GPS map on your smartphone to locate and meet Dan’s pre‑filmed crew and on‑site specialists who guide you through the clues and access points.

THE CAST

Meet the Crew—Jack Potts, Wheels and the Hackers

Throughout the route you encounter Dan Rooney’s ensemble of criminals—Jack Potts, your contact on the inside; Wheels, the getaway driver; and a roster of safe‑crackers and hackers who hand you the puzzles and keys to progress.

What the day feels like

What the experience feels like

The Big Escape unfolds like a short, cinematic caper: teams of two to four follow a smartphone GPS map, rendezvous with filmed characters who provide the next lead, work through a chain of puzzles and access points that culminate at a casino safe, then race the clock during a final 15‑minute escape window.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this game suits—and who should reconsider.

Active FamiliesSuitable for families because the format is open to all ages and the game is team‑based; teams should be organized in groups of two to four people to match the pricing and structure.

Friend GroupsIdeal for small friend groups who want a social, puzzle‑driven challenge—teams are intended to be 2–4 people, making it a compact cooperative experience.

Puzzle EnthusiastsA good match for players who enjoy clues and code‑breaking delivered via staged characters and smartphone prompts; the interactive structure emphasizes problem solving over physical exertion.

Corporate GroupsSmall corporate teams can use this for a short team‑building exercise, but larger groups should split into multiple 2–4 person teams to participate as intended.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Duration

The activity runs for 90 minutes in total; the climax includes a 15‑minute escape period after the safe is opened.

What to Bring

Bring a charged smartphone—navigation and meeting points are delivered via a GPS map on your device.

Meeting & Logistics

You locate and meet Dan Rooney’s crew using the in‑game GPS map on your smartphone rather than a fixed street address.

Price & Booking

Pricing is structured per team (2–4 people); a team rate is provided for participation.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long does the experience last?

The Big Escape is a 90‑minute game, including a final 15‑minute escape window after the safe is opened.

How many people are on a team?

Teams are composed of 2–4 people.

Do I need a smartphone?

Yes. You use your smartphone’s GPS map to locate and meet Dan Rooney’s crew and progress through the game.

What ages can participate?

The activity is described as suitable for all ages.

Who runs the experience?

The Big Escape in Middlesbrough is operated by Team Activities UK and led in‑game by Dan Rooney and his crew.

What happens when the safe is opened?

Once the safe is blown open, teams have 15 minutes to escape with the loot and complete the scenario.