Step into the thrilling world of a high-stakes heist across Oxford’s city streets. Team Activities UK’s The Big Escape challenges your team to crack codes, solve puzzles, and navigate a cinematic robbery before time runs out.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
90 minutes
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels, primarily involves walking and mental engagement.
Wildlife
History
Oxford’s city center features architecture dating back to the 12th century, offering centuries of scholarly and cultural legacy as your backdrop.
Conservation
The city promotes sustainable tourism with emphasis on pedestrian zones and preservation of historic urban spaces.
Team Activities UK
Step into the thrilling world of a high-stakes heist across Oxford’s city streets. Team Activities UK’s The Big Escape challenges your team to crack codes, solve puzzles, and navigate a cinematic robbery before time runs out.
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.
Charge Your Smartphone
This adventure relies heavily on your smartphone’s GPS and video content, so ensure your battery is full before starting.
Form Small Teams
Teams of 2–4 work best to communicate easily and divide tasks efficiently during puzzles.
Wear Comfortable Shoes
Although this isn’t a hike, expect to walk briskly across Oxford’s city center for the duration of the game.
Mind the Weather
Oxford’s weather can change quickly; bring a light waterproof layer to stay dry during outdoor segments.
Smartphone with GPS
Crucial for navigation, unlocking clues, and watching team member briefings.
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Wear sensible shoes for brisk walking around the urban landscape.
Weatherproof Jacket
Stay dry during unexpected spring showers throughout the game.
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Portable Phone Charger
Helpful to keep your device powered for the entire 90-minute experience.