14/06/2026
This afternoon we had a team of 4 who attempted an escape room today, taking on the challenge of The Dark here at Project Escape Middlesbrough. As first timers, The Grafters stepped into a room where the lights get dimmer, the tension rises, and the witches are always waiting to claim their next victim. Before long, the team were already making important decisions, including a highly competitive game of rock, paper, scissors to decide who would be the next unfortunate soul sent into the darkness.
During the first half an hour, the team took a little time to settle into their surroundings and get to grips with the room. They carefully searched for clues, explored every corner, and worked together to figure out what each puzzle was asking of them. Communication remained strong throughout, and despite a few tricky moments, they kept their spirits high and never stopped pushing forward.
As the room grew darker and the pressure began to build, The Grafters really found their rhythm. They assigned themselves roles, trusted each other’s strengths, and showed some fantastic teamwork. There were a few moments of frustration towards the end, but that’s exactly what The Dark is designed to do. The excitement grew with every discovery, and with the witches closing in, the team raced through the final challenges before escaping with just 1 minute and 32 seconds remaining.
Overall, The Grafters put in a brilliant performance. Their determination, teamwork, and willingness to keep going even when things got difficult was impressive to watch. Escaping The Dark with so little time left made for a very dramatic finish, and they should all be proud of themselves. Congratulations on your escape, and we hope to see you back at Project Escape Middlesbrough again soon to take on another challenge.
