221B Baker Street detective escape room — Escape London Islington

221B BAKER STREET

You’ve been enlisted by Sherlock Holmes’ arch-enemy, Professor Moriarty, to play a prank on the detective. Break into 221B Baker Street, crack Sherlock’s codes and failsafes, and retrieve an item of great personal importance — but hurry, Sherlock and Dr Watson are on your case!

Fear — Low Age 9+ 2–6 players Difficulty 3/5
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The game is afoot

The game is afoot. In this Sherlock Holmes-inspired escape room at Escape London Islington, Professor Moriarty has enlisted your team to break into the world’s most famous detective’s apartment. His study is exactly as he left it — the pipe, the papers stacked on every surface — and somewhere among them is the item Moriarty wants. Decode the cryptic clues hidden throughout 221B Baker Street, crack Sherlock’s codes and failsafes, and find it.

You have sixty minutes to retrieve it and escape before the great detective himself returns — and Sherlock and Dr Watson are already on your case. It’s a classic London detective mystery for 2–6 players: clever rather than scary, and welcoming to families, date nights and first-timers alike. An original Sherlock Holmes-inspired game, not affiliated with any film or TV adaptation.

Sixty minutes to get in and out

A break-in at Baker Street

Decode the cryptic clues hidden throughout the detective’s apartment and find what Moriarty sent you for.

Clever, not scary

Low fear and all brain — ideal for players who love a proper puzzle.

Welcoming to everyone

Approachable 3/5 difficulty suits families, dates and first-timers.

Always just your team

Every booking is private — only the people you came with.

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The details

Everything you need to know before you book. Questions? Call us on 0330 122 8877.

Venue
Escape London Islington
Address
89 Holloway Road, London N7 8LT
Players
2–6
Recommended age
9+
Duration
60 minutes in-room
Difficulty
3 / 5
Fear factor
Low
Private game
Yes — always
Flashing lights
No

89 Holloway Road, London N7 8LT

  • –Underground: Holloway Road (Piccadilly line) is a short walk away.
  • –Bus: Many routes run along Holloway Road.
  • –Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in and your safety briefing.

Frequently asked questions

Is it scary?

No — it’s a clever, low-fear detective mystery with no horror.

Is it good for beginners?

Yes — the gentle 3/5 difficulty makes it a great first room.

How many people can play?

Two to six players.

What age is it suitable for?

Recommended 9+. Players aged 9–11 need an adult or Games Master in the room with them, and 12–15s need a responsible adult on the premises.

Is this the Sherlock Holmes escape room?

It’s our own original Sherlock Holmes-inspired mystery, not affiliated with any film or TV adaptation — fans of the great detective will love it.

How long does it take?

Sixty minutes in-room plus a short briefing. Allow around 75–90 minutes in total.

Is it a private game?

Always — just your own group.

Can you get out before Holmes returns?

2–6 players · 60 minutes · always private. The game is afoot.

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