Turn Brighton into a playable city: follow a mobile-guided mystery, interact with actors and artefacts, and solve puzzles across The Lanes and seafront. Ideal for friends, families, and teams seeking an active, creative urban adventure.
Turn Brighton into a playable city: follow a mobile-guided mystery, interact with actors and artefacts, and solve puzzles across The Lanes and seafront. Ideal for friends, families, and teams seeking an active, creative urban adventure.
You step off Brighton’s pebbled promenade into narrow streets that seem to rearrange themselves as you move. Seagulls call over the pier and a messenger ping on your phone—Alice is missing, and the city has become a riddle. Teams thread through The Lanes, skirt the Pavilion gardens and trade clues with actors who blend into cafes and market stalls.
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Operated by Solve The City · Brighton, East Sussex
You step off Brighton’s pebbled promenade into narrow streets that seem to rearrange themselves as you move. Seagulls call over the pier and a messenger ping on your phone—Alice is missing, and the city has become a riddle. Teams thread through The Lanes, skirt the Pavilion gardens and trade clues with actors who blend into cafes and market stalls.
Brighton grew from a fishing village into a Regency seaside resort; its Regency architecture and the Royal Pavilion’s onion domes offer a theatrical backdrop to a modern mystery. Geology here is coastal chalk and shingle—flat walking, quick turns, and frequent crossings through busy pedestrian zones. Expect a mix of public squares, alleys, and beachfront, with occasional crowds influencing pace.
The experience combines escape-room logic with a walking clue hunt: handle curious artefacts, interview street agents, solve timed puzzles and log results on a mobile device. Play in teams of 2–6; the game is private and paced, with built-in breaks and a leaderboard if you want competition.
Practical guidance: wear comfortable shoes for roughly 3–5 km of walking, charge your phone and bring a power bank, and plan around tide and weather—Brighton’s wind can turn a sunny midday into a brisk outing. Public transport and parking are available but narrow streets make early arrival helpful. This is family-friendly and suitable for team-building, but not recommended for pregnant travelers. Keep noise low in residential areas and respect shops and performers while chasing clues.
easy.
3–4 hours.
Light walking fitness; suitable for most ages but expect intermittent standing and short sprints during puzzles
Teams typically range from 2–6 people; booking is private so you can coordinate group size in advance.
Yes—puzzles are designed to be family-friendly, though young children may need help with reading and navigating.
The tour runs in light rain; organizers allow cancellation up to 24 hours before for a full refund if needed.
Some streets and the pebble promenade can be uneven; short sections are stroller-accessible but central lanes may be tight—contact the operator for specifics.
Brighton transformed in the late 18th–19th centuries into a fashionable Regency resort; the Royal Pavilion and compact street plan reflect that era’s explosive growth.
This is a low-impact urban activity, but be mindful of private property, local businesses and litter—pack out what you bring in and keep noise respectful.
Solve The City operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.



You step off Brighton’s pebbled promenade into narrow streets that seem to rearrange themselves as you move. Seagulls call over the pier and a messenger ping on your phone—Alice is missing, and the city has become a riddle. Teams thread through The Lanes, skirt the Pavilion gardens and trade clues with actors who blend into cafes and market stalls.
You step off Brighton’s pebbled promenade into narrow streets that seem to rearrange themselves as you move. Seagulls call over the pier and a messenger ping on your phone—Alice is missing, and the city has become a riddle. Teams thread through The Lanes, skirt the Pavilion gardens and trade clues with actors who blend into cafes and market stalls.
Brighton grew from a fishing village into a Regency seaside resort; its Regency architecture and the Royal Pavilion’s onion domes offer a theatrical backdrop to a modern mystery. Geology here is coastal chalk and shingle—flat walking, quick turns, and frequent crossings through busy pedestrian zones. Expect a mix of public squares, alleys, and beachfront, with occasional crowds influencing pace.
The experience combines escape-room logic with a walking clue hunt: handle curious artefacts, interview street agents, solve timed puzzles and log results on a mobile device. Play in teams of 2–6; the game is private and paced, with built-in breaks and a leaderboard if you want competition.
Practical guidance: wear comfortable shoes for roughly 3–5 km of walking, charge your phone and bring a power bank, and plan around tide and weather—Brighton’s wind can turn a sunny midday into a brisk outing. Public transport and parking are available but narrow streets make early arrival helpful. This is family-friendly and suitable for team-building, but not recommended for pregnant travelers. Keep noise low in residential areas and respect shops and performers while chasing clues.