frequently asked questions

How Many Guests?

We know from experience that an ideal maximum number is around eighty people. This way every team gets individual attention and will be able to follow the story line and get all of the clues and information.

What Level Of Participation Is There?

Guests can participate as much or as little as they want. We appreciate that not everybody is a born entertainer so with our experience in reading an audience, we will not force people who look reluctant to join in. The event, if over dinner, will last until the coffee is served so depending on how many courses you have, this will determine the time the murder mystery lasts. If over a buffet or drinks, we expect the event to last about 2 ½ hours. However, we can always change the timings to suit your event. Guests are encouraged to dress for the theme selected, we find it makes it more fun for all concerned but don’t worry if you don’t, we would rather you were comfortable and enjoyed the event.

Are We Suitable For Your Event?

Our themes are what we would call ‘Carry On’ type humour, so it is suitable for children but probably best if over sixteen. We always judge each event and will pull back or further the style of comedy to suit the audience reaction. The emphasis is on fun for all our events although you do need to concentrate to solve the murder and will need to follow the clues and information.

Will The Murder Mystery Work As A Team Building Event?

Murder mysteries work really well as a team-building event, especially if you carry forward the points from the day to the evening with a murder mystery over dinner. We can mark the answers to accumulate points at the end of the evening. From experience, we find it best if the guests know that they will be having a murder mystery so they are really ready to enjoy the entertainment ahead.

Are There Any Restrictions?

If you are a corporate party with a free bar, intent on drinking as much as possible with no regard to the entertainment, then please do not book us. We know from experience it will not work! We like the guests to have a good drink, join in with us and have a memorable evening.