Adventure Brief
Discover a unique outdoor adventure in Cambridge with The Big Escape. Use your smarts and smartphone to solve puzzles and race against time through this urban thriller.
1.5–2 hours
moderate
Family Friendly
No Experience Required
Discover a unique outdoor adventure in Cambridge with The Big Escape. Use your smarts and smartphone to solve puzzles and race against time through this urban thriller.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
1.5–2 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be in average health; the activity involves walking but no strenuous exertion.
Wildlife
History
Cambridge’s streets are filled with stories dating back to the Middle Ages, many of which serve as clues for the game.
Conservation
The activity encourages responsible tourism by promoting awareness of the historic sites and supporting local preservation efforts.
Team Activities UK
Discover a unique outdoor adventure in Cambridge with The Big Escape. Use your smarts and smartphone to solve puzzles and race against time through this urban thriller.
Team Activities UK creates mobile-led team building games and city experiences for groups across the United Kingdom. The company offers a wide range of interactive challenges — from 90-minute smartphone heist adventures (The Big Escape) and 90-minute treasure hunts to indoor detective games and 30-minute pop-culture rescues. Many experiences, including The Big Escape and Save the Groom, use smartphone navigation, GPS tasks, photo and video challenges, puzzles, and timed missions to promote collaboration and friendly competition.
Activities are suitable for corporate teams, stag and hen parties, friend groups, and mixed-age groups. Sessions vary in length; examples provided include 30, 60 and 90 minute formats to match different schedules and group sizes. City-specific versions are listed with events in Bath, Wolverhampton, Manchester, Glasgow, Belfast, Edinburgh and other UK towns, indicating broad coverage across England, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
Team Activities UK supplies structured gameplay, character-led narratives, and scenario-based puzzles such as casino heists and rescue missions. Indoor options exist for inclement weather and private venues. The business lists multiple themed challenges — Treasure Hunt, Festive Games Challenge, Tactical Trivia, Murder Mystery and The Big Quiz — that emphasize problem solving and communication.
Bookings typically require a smartphone per team and proceed on public streets or indoor venues depending on the experience. The business presents itself as a specialist in experiential team events, focusing on engaging formats that build team cohesion, encourage leadership and deliver memorable group outings. Contact options and booking details are available via the event pages and customer support.
Tours Offered
76
City and indoor experiences across the UK
Typical Duration
30–90 mins
Flexible 30 to 90 minute formats
Team Events
Corporate & Social
For corporate, stag, hen and friend groups
Smartphone Required
Per-team device
GPS and app-based gameplay
Reserve a Big Escape, Save the Groom, Treasure Hunt or indoor challenge and create a memorable team day out — availability varies by city.
Wear comfortable shoes
You’ll be walking and standing for the duration of the adventure, so comfy footwear is essential.
Charge your phone
Ensure your device is fully charged since you'll be using it for navigation and clues.
Look up and around
Pay attention to your surroundings for clues hidden in the cityscape.
Team coordination
Coordinate with your team beforehand to divide tasks and solve puzzles faster.
Comfortable walking shoes
Required for all-day walking around the city.
Smartphone with internet access
Needed to navigate and receive clues during the game.
Portable charger
Keeps your device charged throughout the adventure.
Weather-appropriate clothing
Dress for the weather to stay comfortable and dry.