DarkMaster Escape Rooms
Crowborough, East SussexAbout DarkMaster Escape Rooms
Which Dark Master Room Is Right for You?
Birthday parties, family fun days, team bonding, and rainy day rescues — our rooms have you covered.
At DarkMaster, we know no two teams are the same. Some of you breeze through puzzles like brainy escape artists. Others? You’re 45 minutes in, wildly debating whether a coat hook is part of the clue. (Spoiler: it’s not.)
Whether you’re planning a child’s birthday, a family outing, a corporate team-building day, or you just need to keep everyone entertained on a rainy day — there’s a DarkMaster escape room to suit you. Here’s a breakdown of all four of our rooms, what makes them special, and which kind of group might love them most.
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1. Into The Reliquary
Best for: Kids’ birthdays, mixed-age families, rainy-day fun
Swing into action in this lively, adventurous escape room where your team enters the jungle and has to find a way out following clues from an explorer’s journal! This room is packed with colour, interactive elements, and just the right amount of challenge to keep younger players excited (without anyone crying over a padlock).
What to expect:
• No horror themes — 100% family-friendly
• Great for ages 8+
• Physical fun including a boat ride!
• Puzzles that let everyone contribute, even the grown-ups who claim they’re “just here to help”
Birthday tip: We’ve seen birthday kids absolutely light up when they find a key or solve a big puzzle. Bonus: they’ll talk about it for days. Parents, get ready to be shown how to escape by your 10-year-old.
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2. Shamley’s Toy Store
Best for: Experienced escapers, puzzle lovers, teams who love splitting up (briefly)
This isn’t your average toy shop — it’s a clever, tricky escape room filled with nostalgia, secrets, and some serious brain-teasers. Perfect for players who’ve done a few rooms and want something that’ll really test their logic.
What to expect:
• A split-team mechanic (you’ll need to divide and conquer the number of puzzles in this room)
• Our highest quantity of puzzles — ideal for competitive groups or seasoned escapees
• Whimsical vibes with a slightly eerie edge (but still family-friendly!)
Funny moment alert: If you make it through all four rooms you can fight each other for the first slide to victory into our UV glow in the dark ball pit!
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3. Station 108
Best for: Linear thinkers, story lovers, and families who need to do things in order
This one’s for the players who love structure. Station 108 is a fully linear game, meaning every puzzle leads to the next. If your group thrives on flow and narrative (and struggles when everyone’s off doing their own thing), this room will feel like a dream.
What to expect:
• Clear story progression — great for players new to escape rooms
• Satisfying sense of momentum
• Great mix of logic, tactile, and visual puzzles
• Ideal for families with older kids or teens
Family feud forecast:
Dad: “Let’s check the drawer again.”
Teen: “We already did. That was five puzzles ago.”
Mum: quietly solves everything while no one’s looking
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4. OneWing Airlines
Best for: First-time players, all-rounders, corporate teams, and classic escape room fans
If you love a little bit of everything — search tasks, logical challenges, a ticking clock, and the occasional team panic — this is your room. OneWing is the most traditional escape room in our line-up, and it’s a fan favourite for a reason.
What to expect:
• Varied puzzle types that appeal to all kinds of players
• Strong theme and great atmosphere
• A balanced challenge level for mixed experience teams
• Great for corporate team building — nothing unites colleagues like mutual confusion
Office energy check:
• Steve from accounts: insists he’s cracked the code
• Sarah from HR: actually cracks the code
• Everyone else: cheers like they won a BAFTA
At Dark Master, we believe epic adventures should be accessible for everyone. That’s why we offer a range of pricing options — including off-peak rates and reduced pricing for younger players.
Whether you’re planning a weekday escape, a family outing, or a birthday bash for the kids, we’ve got a price point to match your mission.
Bonus Uses for Your Escape Experience:
• Rainy day rescue? We’re indoors, dry, and full of things to shout about.
• Kids climbing the walls? Let them climb through clues instead.
• Team building with a twist? There’s no better way to build trust than watching your manager panic over a number lock.
• Want a birthday with less cake and more chaos? Sorted.
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Final Thoughts:
Whichever room you choose, you’re guaranteed a game full of surprises, teamwork, and those “OH! That’s what that was for!” moments. Whether you escape with 10 minutes left or 10 seconds on the clock, you’ll leave buzzing — and probably still debating who really solved that final puzzle.
So, what are you waiting for?
Pick your room. Assemble your team. And let’s play.
An immersive experience like you’ve never experienced.
Step into a world of mystery, adventure, and imagination at DarkMaster Escape Rooms — where every puzzle solved brings you closer to unlocking the story. Designed for families, friends, and first-timers to seasoned escapees, our rooms are packed with clever challenges, cinematic effects, and just the right amount of surprises to keep everyone on their toes.
Each experience blends storytelling with immersive set design, lighting, sound, and special effects to transport you into another world — whether it’s a jungle expedition, a bumpy flight, a nuclear disaster, or a mysterious toy shop. Expect hidden compartments, unexpected movements, and moments that make you say, “Wait, did that just happen?”
Our games are family-friendly (no horror themes!) but offer enough depth to challenge grown-ups and delight younger players alike. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, team-building, or just in the mood to crack codes and have a laugh, we’ve got the adventure for you.
Ready to test your teamwork, logic, and nerves under pressure?
Book now and see if your team can beat the clock — and the Dark Master.
Adventure-packed rooms with special effects kids and adults love.
Looking for something exciting, interactive, and unforgettable for the whole family? At DarkMaster Escape Rooms, kids don’t just play the game — they become part of the story.
Our escape rooms are specially designed to be family-friendly, with no scares, but plenty of adventure, surprises, and magical moments. Children love the thrill of unlocking secret compartments, solving puzzles, and watching the room come to life with lights, sounds, and special effects. Every game is packed with excitement — and just enough challenge to keep everyone engaged.
Our rooms encourage teamwork, communication, and creative thinking, making them perfect for birthdays, school holiday fun, or just a weekend treat. We welcome mixed-age groups and design each game so adults and children can all contribute and enjoy the experience together.
So if your child loves problem solving and a bit of adventure, DarkMaster is the place to be.
Let them lead the mission. You just try to keep up.
Book your family escape today — and let the adventure begin!
Award winning escape rooms. They’re not just games they’re experiences.
DarkMaster Escape Rooms are award winning experiences that deliver big-screen adventures in real life.
Our games blend immersive atmospheres, cinematic special effects, movie quality sets and hands-on puzzles for an experience that feels like stepping into your own movie — minus the popcorn.
With family-friendly themes, cleverly layered challenges, and rooms designed for all ages and abilities, DarkMaster is perfect for kids, grown-ups, and everyone in between. Expect dramatic lighting, sound, movement, and those magical moments you’ll talk about long after you escape.
Whether you’re dodging jungle traps, exploring abandoned shops, hopping a doomed flight, or braving the icy tundra, one thing’s certain:
This isn’t just a game — it’s an adventure.
Facilities
Toilets
Free Wifi
Onsite Parking
Card Payments Accepted
Opening Times
- Monday, 12:30 - 21:00
- Tuesday, Closed
- Wednesday, 12:30 - 21:00
- Thursday, 12:30 - 21:00
- Friday, 09:00 - 21:00
- Saturday, 09:00 - 21:00
- Sunday, 09:00 - 17:00
Pricing & Tickets
- Child (8-17) : £25.00
- Adult (17-18+) : £28.00
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Plan Your Visit
Typical visit time 1 - 2 hours
Suitable for Kids and Adults too
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Cans of soft drinks, apple juice, waters, confectionary like chocolate bars and crisps.
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Contact Details
Dark Master
Unit 5
Plumyfeather Farm, Lye Green
Crowborough
East Sussex
TN6 1UX
England
We’re nestled in a charming countryside setting, just a short drive from Crowborough town centre. Directions: From Tunbridge Wells: Take the A264 through Langton Green to Groombridge. At the Groombridge Place roundabout, take the second exit. Before the sharp right-hand bend, turn left onto the B2188 (signposted Crowborough and Maresfield). Pass under the railway bridge and continue for approximately 2 miles. Plumyfeather Farm will be on your left.  From Crowborough Cross: Head out of town on London Road. Continue for about 2 miles into Lye Green until you reach a T-junction. Turn right onto the B2188 and continue for approximately half a mile. Plumyfeather Farm will be on your right.  Parking: Limited on-site parking is available. We kindly ask visitors to park considerately and car-share when possible to ensure space for all guests.
Tel: 01892338026
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