The Big Escape York: Urban Heist Adventure by Team Activities UK
Difficulty
easy
Duration
approximately 90 minutes
Fitness Level
Suitable for participants with basic mobility and average fitness given moderate city walking.
Overview
Race the clock through York’s historic streets with The Big Escape by Team Activities UK. Crack codes, meet virtual accomplices, and pull off the Heist of the Century in this gripping 90-minute urban adventure.
The Big Escape - York
City-Wide Adventure • Interactive • 90 minutes • all ages
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About This Adventure
Join Dan Rooney and his crew for the ultimate Heist of the Century! Use your smartphone to navigate and meet expert criminals who will guide you through cracking codes and solving puzzles. Race against time to blow open the casino safe and escape with the loot in just 90 thrilling minutes!
Can you and your friends crack the codes, solve the puzzles and blow open the casino safe without getting caught?
Prices
Team (2-4 people per team): £44
Duration
90 minutes
About
Join Dan Rooney and his team of criminal masterminds and help them pull off the Heist of the Century. You will meet Dan’s crew using the GPS map on your smartphone. When you meet (pre-filmed) Dans team of experts they will help you gain access to the Casino. You will meet a Jack Potts; your man on the Inside, Wheels; your Getaway driver and plenty of safe crackers and hackers along the way. Once you blow open the safe you will have 15 minutes to Escape with the Loot.
Adventure Tips
Bring a fully charged smartphone
Your device is essential for navigation and interacting with the heist elements.
Wear comfortable shoes
Expect moderate walking across York’s cobblestones and city terrain.
Play in teams of 2-4
Small groups optimize communication and puzzle-solving efficiency.
Arrive early to orient yourself
Early arrival helps you get familiar with the starting point at Minster Yard.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Urban grey squirrels
- Peregrine falcons nesting on York Minster
History
York’s streets date back to Roman and Viking eras, with landmarks like York Minster tracing centuries of history.
Conservation
Local efforts focus on preserving York’s historic fabric and minimizing impact from increased tourism in the city center.
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Recommended Gear
Smartphone with GPS
Central to navigating and interacting with the virtual heist game.
Comfortable walking shoes
To manage walking on cobblestones and the city’s varied surfaces.
Weatherproof jacket
Protects against sudden rain and chill during cooler months.
spring|fall|winter specific
Portable charger
Keeps your phone powered through the full 90-minute adventure.