The Medieval Games

At Live Escape Salisbury we are more than just escape rooms. So when we found our venue in medieval Salisbury we knew it would lend itself to some authentic experiences. We have three floors and with escape rooms taking up the ground and first floor we wanted another unique experience for floor three. Up here we needed to do something extra special. So we’ve exposed the wooden floor by taking up the old tea stained carpets from the previous coffee shop. Plus we have built a bespoke bar which will serve local ales, flavoured meads, wines, Downton gin and more. Visitors can sit back and relax in our now medieval tavern. Actually there will be no relaxing – because there are games to play! Your two-hour ‘Medieval Games’ experience begins with a drink and an introduction to your characterful tavern keeps. No matter your numbers, you are split into two teams to undertake a set number of games set by your hosts. These could be physical games (but not too physical). One such game involves a single player being chosen to sit on a chair at a distance from their team mates. Without standing up from the chair they must guide their team to throw sacks into a basket they are holding. The problem is, they are all blindfolded. The team with the most sacks in their basket by the time they’ve run out – wins! Creative games may involve using your artistic talents to paint portraits. Mental games might mean testing your medieval knowledge or miming talents. All the games are easy. Because unlike escape rooms there are no puzzles that will have you scratching your head or needing clues. Everyone on your team is on a level playing field. These games are made for merriment and to bring out your competitive streak. A twist, however, comes in a past time often seen in the medieval taverns of England – betting. Yes, you as patrons of The Plume of Feathers will be able to wager on your team’s success at each game. Once your games are over, the team with the most gold will leave not just richer, but with those all important bragging rights.