THRILLING ACTIVE DAYS OUT IN LONDON AT FOX IN A BOX

MAY 2023
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THRILLING ACTIVE DAYS OUT IN LONDON AT FOX IN A BOX

Try Escape Rooms for Active Days Out in London


Looking for something daring to do in the Capital? An adrenaline-fuelled activity you can get stuck into?


London is a vibrant and bustling city with plenty of activities and things to do for all ages. Whether a tourist or a local, there are always active days out in London to explore and experience. 


And, lurking behind the usual Thames tours, art galleries and museums is an experience waiting for you that you won’t forget in a while – in fact, you’ll be coming back for more and more.


Enter Fox in a Box; London’s premier destination for mind-blowingly immersive escape rooms – an active day out in London to remember. You’ll be transported to a new, puzzling world, and all you have to do is… Escape!


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At Fox in a Box, all our scenarios are suitable for children 10+. Please call or email beforehand, and we’ll custom-tailor your escape-room experience. For more information visit our FAQ page.


Customer review:

“Excellent room escape! Best in London! Had a blast escaping from prison (with 1.30 to spare...!) Will definitely come back!”


Unleash Your Inner Sleuth


Fancy yourself a bit of a sleuth? Confident in your powers of deductive reasoning? Well, my dear Watson, our escape rooms are anything but elementary.


These interactive experiences challenge your problem-solving skills and test your ability to work as a team – ultimately, in an attempt to escape in 60 minutes. And the clock is ticking! 


Curious as to how escape rooms can help unleash your inner Sherlock Holmes? 


  1. Encourages Problem-Solving Skills

In a nutshell, escape rooms are essentially live-action games in which players are locked in a room and left to use their noggins to, for instance, save the world or escape from prison. Along the way, they’ll need to decode messages, find hidden objects, solve equations and decipher cryptic clues.


To achieve victory, players must think creatively, analyse information, draw conclusions and use their intuition. 


The upshot? You’ll develop problem-solving skills applicable to real-life situations – all while having a blast.


  1. Enhances Teamwork

Escape rooms ain’t solo missions. They’re designed for groups of family and friends or colleagues. When confronted by an infamous killer, it’s time to put your petty differences aside. Stubbornness and bravado won’t set you free. You’ll need to bond and work together, think outside the box and communicate effectively.


For instance, to escape Fox in a Box’s prison room, you’ll need to club together to solve the puzzles and find the clues. This requires effective communication, delegation of tasks and the ability to work collaboratively towards a common goal


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  1. Improves Attention to Detail

Are you the kind of person that notices small, seemingly insignificant things that no one else seems to? If so, you’re already armed with a particularly useful escape room skill. Sometimes, clues may be hidden in plain sight; other times, you’ll need to search hard.


Players must be observant and look for patterns, hidden messages and other subtle details that may hold the key to freedom. In doing so, they improve their visual intelligence, seeing patterns where before there were none.


  1. Boosts Confidence

Just because you’re shy doesn’t mean you can’t take part. Over the years at Fox in a Box, we’ve seen many shrinking violets bloom in the heat of escape. In fact, it’s often the introverts who come out on top as they quietly weigh up the scenario and make mental notes when everyone else is in fifth gear.


Solving puzzles as a team can be a great confidence booster, giving individuals a sense of accomplishment and pride in their problem-solving skills. Such an individual’s confidence is heightened when the following week they read the shoutout in the company email – ‘thanks to Dave in accounts for all his escape room wizardry!’.


Dive Head First into an Immersive Experience


Escape rooms are more than just a game. They are immersive experiences that allow people to dive headfirst into a world of mystery and intrigue. 


Why not leave the ordinary world behind for an hour or so and come see what’s behind Mr Fox’s portals?


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  1. Immersive Themes and Settings

Prepare to be transported into the plot of a page-turning thriller. The use of sound effects, lighting and props will make you feel like you’re really part of the story. Each escape room will have its own theme and setting, and the attention to detail will sucker you in, with every aspect of the room designed to enhance the immersion.


  1. Challenging Puzzles and Riddles

New to escape rooms but enjoy an engrossing puzzle? We bet you will love the awaiting challenge. But fear not if you’re unsure you’ve got what it takes – many of the best escape rooms in London will tailor the difficulty level of the room to suit your preferences. 


However, since the puzzles are often interconnected, hypothetical headstarts are given to those with lateral thinking powers. And the best escape roomers build a sense of momentum as they solve one puzzle before moving on to the next. 


  1. Adrenaline Rush

Those with a thirst for an adrenaline rush should never overlook escape rooms. What’s more thrilling than feeling like you’re part of a movie or video game? 


You’ll be absorbed in the moment as your mind races against the clock. What if you can’t shut down the enemy’s nuclear launch sequence and save the world? And what will the monstrous murderer do if you’re unable to free yourselves?


The excitement and adrenaline rush that comes with being in scenarios such as these is a unique experience that is hard to replicate in other activities.



Customer review:

“Very cool escape room. We did Zodiac Killer which was a scary escape room. I’ve never screamed so much! Very thrilling, perfect blend of scary and challenging at the same time. Defo used my brain to crack this one and it was well worth it! Staff all stayed in character throughout, so much so that I didn’t believe it was over when the staff said we had completed it!”



Put Your Bravery (and Wit) to the Test


Escape rooms are a unique and exciting way to test your bravery (in a controlled environment) and incorporate a range of physical and mental challenges.


  1. High-Pressure Environment

Are you the sort that thrives in high-pressure scenarios? Then take initiative, rally your clan together and get on down to Fox in a Box. 


It’s true that escape rooms create a high-pressure environment that can be intimidating for some. Given the limited time (and the clock starts ticking the moment you enter), the sense of urgency to escape can be daunting – but it also adds to the excitement and challenge.


Plus, we’re sure that with your leadership and calmness in the face of uncertainty, your group will be victorious. 


  1. Fear Factor

Many escape rooms incorporate a fear factor, with themes such as horror, crime or survival. These themes are designed to create tension and fear that, far from putting people off, keeps them coming back time and again. It’s the reason people watch horror movies at the cinema: they love having the bejeezus scared out of ‘em. 


  1. Physical Challenges

Escape rooms often incorporate physical challenges, such as climbing, crawling or lifting objects. These challenges require players to be brave and willing to take on physical tasks, even if outside their comfort zones. Physical challenges can also require teamwork and collaboration, adding an additional layer of complexity to the experience.


  1. Mental Challenges

Despite the odd physical obstacle to overcome, escape rooms are primarily mind games, requiring players to use their wit and problem-solving skills whilst under pressure or feeling overwhelmed.


Maybe you’re an avid cryptic crossword solver. That’s great and will put you in good stead. But ever completed a crossword with a gun in your hand wondering what the bloomin’ hell you’re supposed to do with it? 


Customer review:

“Had a great time escaping from prison this evening on my birthday! A super fun, two-player game, excellently looked after by Eddie & Holly… Will be coming back.”



What about an Escape Room Gift Voucher… Even for a Sunday?


If you have a friend or family member who enjoys a challenge but doesn’t know when they’re able to play, we also offer gift voucher experiences at Fox in a Box. Visit Mr. Fox’s gift voucher page for more information.


What’s more – at FIAB we’re offering a Sunday escape room offer to get your whole crew playing. You can either:


  • Book an escape room for 3 and invite a 4th person for FREE, or

  • Book an escape room for 4 and invite 2 more guests for FREE.


Just use the code ‘SundayFunday’ when booking and you’re all set!


In addition to our escape rooms, we can provide a private bar and put on games activities like beer pong and Jenga – with food if booked in advance.


Our staff are very welcoming and will explain everything beforehand for first-time escape roomers. We have a range of games to suit all levels, and our rooms are wheelchair accessible. 


Ready for an active day out in London you won’t forget? BOOK ONLINE or CALL US on 020 3820 3293, or EMAIL us for more information.


Click here to keep up to date with Fox in a Box News and Events, and follow us on social media to hear about all our events and themed activities: Facebook | Twitter | Tripadvisor | Instagram.

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THRILLING ACTIVE DAYS OUT IN LONDON AT FOX IN A BOX

Try Escape Rooms for Active Days Out in London


Looking for something daring to do in the Capital? An adrenaline-fuelled activity you can get stuck into?


London is a vibrant and bustling city with plenty of activities and things to do for all ages. Whether a tourist or a local, there are always active days out in London to explore and experience. 


And, lurking behind the usual Thames tours, art galleries and museums is an experience waiting for you that you won’t forget in a while – in fact, you’ll be coming back for more and more.


Enter Fox in a Box; London’s premier destination for mind-blowingly immersive escape rooms – an active day out in London to remember. You’ll be transported to a new, puzzling world, and all you have to do is… Escape!


article-image-1


At Fox in a Box, all our scenarios are suitable for children 10+. Please call or email beforehand, and we’ll custom-tailor your escape-room experience. For more information visit our FAQ page.


Customer review:

“Excellent room escape! Best in London! Had a blast escaping from prison (with 1.30 to spare...!) Will definitely come back!”


Unleash Your Inner Sleuth


Fancy yourself a bit of a sleuth? Confident in your powers of deductive reasoning? Well, my dear Watson, our escape rooms are anything but elementary.


These interactive experiences challenge your problem-solving skills and test your ability to work as a team – ultimately, in an attempt to escape in 60 minutes. And the clock is ticking! 


Curious as to how escape rooms can help unleash your inner Sherlock Holmes? 


  1. Encourages Problem-Solving Skills

In a nutshell, escape rooms are essentially live-action games in which players are locked in a room and left to use their noggins to, for instance, save the world or escape from prison. Along the way, they’ll need to decode messages, find hidden objects, solve equations and decipher cryptic clues.


To achieve victory, players must think creatively, analyse information, draw conclusions and use their intuition. 


The upshot? You’ll develop problem-solving skills applicable to real-life situations – all while having a blast.


  1. Enhances Teamwork

Escape rooms ain’t solo missions. They’re designed for groups of family and friends or colleagues. When confronted by an infamous killer, it’s time to put your petty differences aside. Stubbornness and bravado won’t set you free. You’ll need to bond and work together, think outside the box and communicate effectively.


For instance, to escape Fox in a Box’s prison room, you’ll need to club together to solve the puzzles and find the clues. This requires effective communication, delegation of tasks and the ability to work collaboratively towards a common goal


article-image-2


  1. Improves Attention to Detail

Are you the kind of person that notices small, seemingly insignificant things that no one else seems to? If so, you’re already armed with a particularly useful escape room skill. Sometimes, clues may be hidden in plain sight; other times, you’ll need to search hard.


Players must be observant and look for patterns, hidden messages and other subtle details that may hold the key to freedom. In doing so, they improve their visual intelligence, seeing patterns where before there were none.


  1. Boosts Confidence

Just because you’re shy doesn’t mean you can’t take part. Over the years at Fox in a Box, we’ve seen many shrinking violets bloom in the heat of escape. In fact, it’s often the introverts who come out on top as they quietly weigh up the scenario and make mental notes when everyone else is in fifth gear.


Solving puzzles as a team can be a great confidence booster, giving individuals a sense of accomplishment and pride in their problem-solving skills. Such an individual’s confidence is heightened when the following week they read the shoutout in the company email – ‘thanks to Dave in accounts for all his escape room wizardry!’.


Dive Head First into an Immersive Experience


Escape rooms are more than just a game. They are immersive experiences that allow people to dive headfirst into a world of mystery and intrigue. 


Why not leave the ordinary world behind for an hour or so and come see what’s behind Mr Fox’s portals?


article-image-3


  1. Immersive Themes and Settings

Prepare to be transported into the plot of a page-turning thriller. The use of sound effects, lighting and props will make you feel like you’re really part of the story. Each escape room will have its own theme and setting, and the attention to detail will sucker you in, with every aspect of the room designed to enhance the immersion.


  1. Challenging Puzzles and Riddles

New to escape rooms but enjoy an engrossing puzzle? We bet you will love the awaiting challenge. But fear not if you’re unsure you’ve got what it takes – many of the best escape rooms in London will tailor the difficulty level of the room to suit your preferences. 


However, since the puzzles are often interconnected, hypothetical headstarts are given to those with lateral thinking powers. And the best escape roomers build a sense of momentum as they solve one puzzle before moving on to the next. 


  1. Adrenaline Rush

Those with a thirst for an adrenaline rush should never overlook escape rooms. What’s more thrilling than feeling like you’re part of a movie or video game? 


You’ll be absorbed in the moment as your mind races against the clock. What if you can’t shut down the enemy’s nuclear launch sequence and save the world? And what will the monstrous murderer do if you’re unable to free yourselves?


The excitement and adrenaline rush that comes with being in scenarios such as these is a unique experience that is hard to replicate in other activities.



Customer review:

“Very cool escape room. We did Zodiac Killer which was a scary escape room. I’ve never screamed so much! Very thrilling, perfect blend of scary and challenging at the same time. Defo used my brain to crack this one and it was well worth it! Staff all stayed in character throughout, so much so that I didn’t believe it was over when the staff said we had completed it!”



Put Your Bravery (and Wit) to the Test


Escape rooms are a unique and exciting way to test your bravery (in a controlled environment) and incorporate a range of physical and mental challenges.


  1. High-Pressure Environment

Are you the sort that thrives in high-pressure scenarios? Then take initiative, rally your clan together and get on down to Fox in a Box. 


It’s true that escape rooms create a high-pressure environment that can be intimidating for some. Given the limited time (and the clock starts ticking the moment you enter), the sense of urgency to escape can be daunting – but it also adds to the excitement and challenge.


Plus, we’re sure that with your leadership and calmness in the face of uncertainty, your group will be victorious. 


  1. Fear Factor

Many escape rooms incorporate a fear factor, with themes such as horror, crime or survival. These themes are designed to create tension and fear that, far from putting people off, keeps them coming back time and again. It’s the reason people watch horror movies at the cinema: they love having the bejeezus scared out of ‘em. 


  1. Physical Challenges

Escape rooms often incorporate physical challenges, such as climbing, crawling or lifting objects. These challenges require players to be brave and willing to take on physical tasks, even if outside their comfort zones. Physical challenges can also require teamwork and collaboration, adding an additional layer of complexity to the experience.


  1. Mental Challenges

Despite the odd physical obstacle to overcome, escape rooms are primarily mind games, requiring players to use their wit and problem-solving skills whilst under pressure or feeling overwhelmed.


Maybe you’re an avid cryptic crossword solver. That’s great and will put you in good stead. But ever completed a crossword with a gun in your hand wondering what the bloomin’ hell you’re supposed to do with it? 


Customer review:

“Had a great time escaping from prison this evening on my birthday! A super fun, two-player game, excellently looked after by Eddie & Holly… Will be coming back.”



What about an Escape Room Gift Voucher… Even for a Sunday?


If you have a friend or family member who enjoys a challenge but doesn’t know when they’re able to play, we also offer gift voucher experiences at Fox in a Box. Visit Mr. Fox’s gift voucher page for more information.


What’s more – at FIAB we’re offering a Sunday escape room offer to get your whole crew playing. You can either:


  • Book an escape room for 3 and invite a 4th person for FREE, or

  • Book an escape room for 4 and invite 2 more guests for FREE.


Just use the code ‘SundayFunday’ when booking and you’re all set!


In addition to our escape rooms, we can provide a private bar and put on games activities like beer pong and Jenga – with food if booked in advance.


Our staff are very welcoming and will explain everything beforehand for first-time escape roomers. We have a range of games to suit all levels, and our rooms are wheelchair accessible. 


Ready for an active day out in London you won’t forget? BOOK ONLINE or CALL US on 020 3820 3293, or EMAIL us for more information.


Click here to keep up to date with Fox in a Box News and Events, and follow us on social media to hear about all our events and themed activities: Facebook | Twitter | Tripadvisor | Instagram.

If you like this, why not take a look at these pages:



  BLOGS