Locked In!
Is Ticking...
in 60 mins?
Welcome to Paralysis Escape Rooms
A horror themed escape room experience based in Hanley, Stoke On Trent
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How it works?
You Are Locked In
You will bring nothing in, but the escape room will be filled with useful and sometimes irrelevant objects.
The Clock Is Ticking…
Can you puzzle your way to the intriguing conclusion and escape the room in 60 minutes?
Feel The Atmosphere
The rooms is built to create an authentic experience with a fun atmosphere, strict attention to detail.
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Amazing experience where my legs literally turned into jelly and my heart was pounding out of my chest. Entity is like being thrown into a real life scene of a... read more
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Who can play
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Friends & Family 18 and over
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Teams & Co-Workers
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Rose Maher
2020-11-03T18:43:44+0000
Highly recommended! Great fun and lots of adrenaline guaranteed! Just do it! 😁
Josh Lowman-Daniel
2020-11-01T20:37:18+0000
We did Entity this evening and it is honestly one of the best rooms I’ve done - and without doubt the creepiest!
Craig Danford
2020-10-30T21:31:46+0000
this was my first escape room and what an amazing time we had. it was truly emersive and we all really enjoyed the... experience.a fun evening had by all and would highly recommend for anyone to try this....read more
Kath Ferns
2020-10-18T08:40:44+0000
We played the Phobia room and had a fantastic time, aside from the screaming, the unnerving darkness and wondering if... we all get out alive it was really good fun...we will be back to try and escape another room especially as we didn't loose any limbs playing phobia 👍read more
Mark Keeling
2020-10-17T14:32:53+0000
Very good experience and so much fun. the staff are very friendly..all until they lock you away in the Rooms... 😂😁😎read more
Melanie Barker
2020-10-10T19:27:42+0000
our first time playing an escape rooms and im very glad we chose Paralysis. Entity was fab we will definitely be back... to try and get out faster. super polite friendly team and great atmosphereread more
Chantelle Hughes
2020-10-09T09:16:59+0000
Highly recommend brilliant experience just Bring spare pants 🤣👍
Nathan M Ayres
2020-10-08T22:21:45+0000
what a night went with couple of friends and did both rooms finished 1 in 50 mins and the second in 57 mins 1 of the... best nights out I've had some scary moments and when your trying to think and solve the puzzles you dont half have the fright of your life highly recommend and defo will be returningread more
Deborah Hughes
2020-10-08T22:18:31+0000
what a absolute amazing night well done to the guys at paralysis highly recommend if u want a scare .
Jessica Johansson
2020-10-08T12:36:52+0000
Played the Phobia room and it was brilliant! It wasn't like other rooms I've played as it felt like they focus more on... the story and atmosphere than several different riddles and challenges. But that in itself was a bit of a challenge.Without giving too much away there were definitely times when it was truly scary. Personally I'm a shrieker when I get frightened, and there were definitely more than one time when that happened.And let's not forget that the staff was amazingly friendly as well and really nice to chat with. They really gave the impression of loving what they do, and that could be felt in the room as it was well done, and well kept.I would totally recommend this place to anyone who likes horror. Personally I will be back to play the other rooms as well.I will give this room a full score 5/5.Good luck if you try it out!read more
Danielle Johnson
2020-10-07T20:47:06+0000
Highly recommended had such an amazing laugh me and my partner loved it! 😂 We were made feel extremely welcome and... felt really comfortable there and the drinks were great prices to witch was a very good bonus looking forward to going back to do the second room! 😆read more
Chrissie Carter
2020-10-06T21:56:00+0000
Did the Entity room tonight with friends and flipping loved it! The enthusiasm of the staff was amazing and atmosphere... of the room was phenomenal. Thank you for a great experience looking forward to the next room. ❤️🤘👌read more
Kayleigh Bonsell
2020-10-04T19:09:25+0000
Me and my best friend have been travelling all around completing horror escape games over the last 12 months and have... found ourselves addicted....we seen paralysis online and both of the games available,due to the travel we decided to book both as they looked equally as good and right up our street Today we arrived and I can honestly say we were blown away by so many things,the whole building has so much attention to detail in little ways!!the hosts (Damon and his son) are the most welcoming hosts and GMs we have ever come across,nothing is too much for these guys and the love they clearly have for it makes it even better,they had only positive things to say even when we were reciting which other games and companies we had visitedI have always stated my all time favourite game was one we played in February in a well known location.....today phobia has become my all time favourite by far!!!!! The game is one of a kind and like nothing we have ever played before ,you are genuinely immersed in the story and the puzzles incorporated all flow so well,there are quirky things we have never come across before that in my opinion cannot be beat,what an amazing room!Entity is also unique and has some tricky puzzles that tie in so well,the beginning is something we really loved and have never seen anything like this before,there was only one puzzle in that room we had sort of encountered before in a different room,everything else was totally unique and amazingly thought outAll I can say is I cannot wait for the new room to open as I will be on countdown for this!!!!!!One criticism guys.....put your prices up!this was the best value for money game / location we have visited to date ,we couldn’t believe it! But like I said above,you do it for the love not the money and this is so clear ,thank you both so much!!!!!read more
Demi-jo Smith
2020-10-03T18:10:33+0000
One of the best escape rooms that I have ever done! Such a different experience doing a ‘scary’ room but it was... well worth it 👌🏻💪🏻 fantastic staff hospitality too! Thank you so much 😁read more
James Rands
2020-10-03T11:19:37+0000
Very immersive and well-thought out, you can tell a lot of love, care and consideration has gone into this project and... its guests. Thanks, Damon for the experience and we look forward to returning! - James and Anneread more
Jonathan Blundred
2020-09-27T20:53:22+0000
Wow, this place is brilliant, spooky all around, deffo worth the visit , did entity can’t wait to do phobia. Highly... reccomend. All staff were lovelyread more
Jessica Kimberley
2020-09-27T17:34:36+0000
We had a great night from start to finish the atmosphere was great and we managed to escape entity!! Highly recommended
Stacey Bailey
2020-09-26T20:45:44+0000
Had an amazing time tonight,, absolutely love what Damon has done , we did the new room and it did not disappoint great... atmosphere in their and we managed to get out with only seconds to spare ... can’t wait for the next one ⭐️read more
Molly Lawton
2020-09-26T19:10:30+0000
Everything about this place is fantastic the staff the rooms the bars the price is definitely worth it. Very clever... very interesting highly recommended please go if love escape rooms if you don't you will miss out thankyou to such amazing staffread more
Danielle Louise Dunn
2020-09-20T21:56:26+0000
wow. This experience was everything I expected and SO much more. still buzzing about it now. I cant wait to experience... more. unreal experience and amazing hosts. 5* all round 🗡🔨💉⚰read more
Kelly Ballard
2020-09-20T21:23:53+0000
Had a great experience here tonight! Lovely people who run it, make the whole experience so much fun and you can tell... they love their jobs and put sooo much effort in! Thanks guys ☺️read more
Gillian Bull
2020-09-20T20:33:04+0000
Great room ideas and the clues flowed.If you are great at escape rooms I would say stick to smaller groups and compete... against each other you will have a better game.Immerse yourself into the experience, you will get more out of it.Fully enjoyed both phobia and entity equally and can't wait for the new rooms.Fantastic hosts who are really into what they have created.Well done guys!Covid safe too!!read more
Sharon Nowik
2020-09-20T19:35:34+0000
Never been so frightened in my life! The way Entity has been designed is amazing, would highly recommend this place to... anyone. It has that special touch of being run by a really lovely family who really take their time to make sure you're all set and that your experience is worthwhile.Can't wait to do Phobia in October 😱😄 don't forget to up the tempo Damon, I will just close my eyes if I can't handle it and hide in the corner again, I wish I just got on with it in Entity now 🤣read more
Louise Mckinney
2020-09-20T08:42:28+0000
An amazing but scary experience, we did the entity escape room which was a mixture of horror and the need to escape!... Damon and his sons were very welcoming and made our time there even better! We would highly recommend and can’t wait to book again to try one of the other rooms!read more
Tyrone Harris Woodbridge
2020-09-19T20:36:26+0000
i love these kind of thinhs and today we had ago and i can tell you now its the best experience off my life its not to... easy its not to hard its really good amazing fun good laugh the guy who owns it couldnt of been anymore respectful and was good to talk to explained everything very well wait to come again and try fobia no will be disappointed thanks for a really good nightread more
Sarah Louise Bath
2020-09-17T21:06:28+0000
Highly recommend a visit, the staff were friendly, welcoming and were very passionate about giving the best experience... possible. Will definetly be visiting the other rooms soon, and say hi to Geraldine for us😊read more
Stephanie Clarke
2020-09-14T21:17:05+0000
Great escape room different to all of the rest, I have done both rooms now both different but great fun/scary but would... 100% recommend and would happily come back to complete new rooms in the future!read more
Rachael Johnson
2020-03-10T22:32:06+0000
Absolutely fantastic and terrifyingly good! Your horror experience starts as your approaching the building which is... reminiscent of a horror film. A looming house in a quiet street you climb the steep stony steps to the large wooden door ... You may only enter with a knock. This escape room is unique compared to any other it’s fully immersive and not for the faint of heart with story driven puzzles. Damon’s hosting is excellent he is such a passionate and interesting man and shared some of his paranormal experiences with us after which I’m still having restless nights over! I honestly can’t not wait to see and experience his next stories and creations.read more
Oliver Johnson
2020-03-08T21:48:43+0000
I went here last night partner, sister and mate and it was by far the best escape room we have ever done! The level of... immersion makes you forget that you are doing an escape room and Damon was a fantastic host. You can really see the passion he has for creating an immersive experience for his guests! I would highly recommend it and I am thoroughly looking forward to doing the other rooms he creates!read more
Rebecca Tyson
2020-03-08T21:21:28+0000
From start to finish the whole experience was a thrill, we fully enjoyed every moment of our game. I fully recommend it... for anyone in search of a different escape room that fully draws them in. It's on the next level. Daemon was such a kind, passionate person and made for the best host and even shared his stories with us after the game. It's a must play!read more
Holly Grimes
2020-03-08T17:01:43+0000
An experience like no other! Will definately be coming back to try the new rooms!
Paul Thomas
2020-03-03T09:34:47+0000
First time we have ever done anything like this and can't wait for more rooms to open to go back for more!
Josh Teague
2020-02-27T23:05:46+0000
This was our first ever escape room and from start to finish was amazing don’t think he could have done it any... better. We will be back in the future when the new rooms are done. I can’t even explain the rush it gives you. Also Damon is the best person ever and his enthusiasm makes it that much better.read more
Vikki Tomkinson
2020-02-23T09:52:39+0000
Brilliant evening spent trying to escape from riser kane! Damon is a great host and looking forward to trying the new... rooms! would highly recommend 5/5!read more
Craig James Harris
2020-02-09T21:51:37+0000
Half escape room, half Scarefest type experience. Interactive and very fun and memorable with the right group
Catherine Chamberlain
2020-02-08T15:27:13+0000
An horror experience mixed with an escape room. 2 of our group are big horror fans, the other two are terrified. It... was a really immersive experience. Damon was a great game master, his hint system was different and really in keeping! Not your typical escape room, so for you purists it may not be your cup of tea. But we enjoyed it (I think?).read more
Phoebe Drew-Hackett
2020-02-07T21:29:41+0000
100% recommend paralysis escape rooms to anyone who wants a night to remember. There’s the perfect amount of pure... terror and immersive problem solving. You’ll feel like you’re in a real horror film!read more
Dan Ward
2020-02-07T21:28:29+0000
This was absolutely amazing! I was terrified as soon as I entered the building. Damon was a spectacular host with a... massive passion for what he does. I can’t stress enough how intense and immersive this experience was, I highly recommend giving this a go. (Also we escaped in 38 minutes)read more
Jacqui Potts
2020-02-07T05:53:27+0000
This is the first Escape room we have ever done and had an amazing experience. Damon the Host was brilliant, very... authentic 😱 and we will look forward to going back and trying another oneread more
Dawn Bryant
2020-02-05T00:27:40+0000
Brilliant night with my work colleagues/friends.Not for the feint hearted by any stretch. Loved it.
Kelly Hollington
2020-01-27T21:03:28+0000
Such a brilliant night out with friends. If you are looking to do something different on a night out, this is... definitely the place to go. Gets your brains thinking and your adrenaline pumping!! Awesomeread more
Lee Bowers
2020-01-27T19:09:30+0000
Absolutely fab escape room. Damon the host is second to none. His enthusiasm in this game is something to be desired.... The room is very well thought out with some head wrecking puzzles. Highly recommend for a night out and I cant wait for their next room to be opened. 10/10 all day long..👹👺☠👻read more
Kelly Pidge Bennett
2020-01-27T19:03:49+0000
Absolutely brilliant night out, definitely not for scaredy cats, with a few tricks and twists we had a lot of fun.... Damon is an exceptional host adding to the fantastic experience... Would definitely recommend!read more
Lindsey Claire
2020-01-26T18:46:36+0000
omg what a fantastic experience scary jumpy but brilliant i wanna do again. 100% value for money as well worth it
Isobel Bentley
2020-01-26T18:23:04+0000
What a great time we had in the escape room today . Damion is a really nice guy and gets you involved and scarred as... soon as you enter the property . We escaped in 51 minutes which I though wasn’t bad for our first go . Definitely recommend having a go you won’t be disappointed . We will be back to escape again once the other rooms are open !read more
Jamie Clayton
2020-01-26T18:12:15+0000
Amazing, first timer to any escape rooms and I really enjoyed this. Damon is an excellent host and got me as soon as I... entered the building. The whole set up is fantastic from start to finish. Can not wait to visit again and try another room. Would highly recommend. Brilliantread more
Darren Blood
2020-01-26T15:36:39+0000
Paralysis is my first escape room and it didn’t disappoint, from the moment we walked through the door it was an... amazing experience. Thanks go to Damon who is wonderful. I cannot wait for the other rooms to be opened 🙂🙂🙂read more
Charlotte Tideswell
2020-01-20T20:36:55+0000
Great escape room and scary experience...I don't think I've ever screamed so loud before! Will definately go back when... more rooms are open!read more
Sveinn Skovgaard
2020-01-19T14:54:28+0000
it was a intense and exciting experience and would definitely recommend others to go and experience it for themselves
Samantha Clennell
2020-01-19T07:34:46+0000
Phobia wow what can i say, what an amazing experience. I went to push myself out of my comfort zone and I can honestly... say I did that. the host really drew you in before you went in the room. Never been to an escape room before but I sure am glad this was my first one.read more
Luke Medlock
2020-01-13T14:52:17+0000
Easily the best escape room I've done! Completely interactive and immersive. Hint system is genius too!
Elysha Nixon
2020-01-12T22:11:44+0000
What a great experience! Damon is a fantastic host and really sets the scene and makes you feel nervous before you even... enter the room! The room is designed to test your fears which makes for a truely thrilling and scary experience!! I highly recommend this escape room and I cant wait to return. P.S...say hello to Geraldine 😉read more
Natalie Jones
2020-01-12T21:39:34+0000
I’ve done a few escape rooms prior to this, but none like this one due to it’s twists and nerve racking story line.... I’m really looking forward to the other rooms that will be opening there. Damon is also very friendly and a great host to the escape room.read more
Gemma Goodwin
2020-01-09T18:05:15+0000
first time at attempting the Escape rooms, and im glad i came across this one as my first experience even though i was... petrified at the same time it was great fun, highly recommend, staff were amazing and looking forward to the new rooms coming available soon 😱😂🙈read more
Michelle J K Bloor
2019-12-29T12:12:43+0000
Recently played Phobia for my brothers birthday and it was amazing! So much fun! If you are a horror fan this is the... escape room for you!!read more
Sam Dickson
2019-12-28T22:52:34+0000
had an excellent time highly recommend will be doing this again
Destiny Mayson-Rowe
2019-12-28T18:06:56+0000
This has topped all the other escape rooms I’ve been to! It was genuinely scary, and run by someone clearly... passionate about what he does. Would 100% recommend to anyone who enjoys horror and/or escape rooms! Already looking forward to the next visit and the new rooms planned 🙂read more
Katie Saliba
2019-12-28T08:38:11+0000
Amazing place! Brilliant escape room that tops any others I’ve ever been to, so lifelike and terrifying all at once!... Would recommend to anyone!read more
Kris Wainwright
2019-12-27T23:20:35+0000
Fantastic escape room, run by a gentleman who is very passionate about his craft. Phobia is a genuinely scary room,... and at no point did any of the scares feel "cheap" or "forced", with a great atmosphere the whole time you are locked in. 100% an experience to participate in yourself. Will be looking out for any new rooms to come out, and will be doing them as soon as possible!read more
Shayne 'Rasher' Edwards
2019-12-22T22:24:14+0000
Really enjoyable and different from other escape rooms 👍
Wendy Gordon
2019-12-22T22:23:13+0000
Brilliant! We had a fab night. My first Escape Room experience, Horror and scarefests not usually my thing at all, but... this has whetted my appetite for more. Looking forward to the next rooms. Thanks!read more
Claire Woodfint
2019-12-22T21:21:29+0000
OMG... brilliant. We absolutely Loved it! Gets your brain working to help you escape and your heart racing!!! Brilliant... ending - host was excellent and made it an even better experience. Can’t wait for the other rooms to come!! 10 out of 10 for sure!!read more
Kate Lear
2019-12-22T20:53:37+0000
had a brilliant night, highly recommend, nothing like any other escape room around. a very personal experience which... gets your mind going and your heart pumping. I absolutely sh*t myself haha, bloody brilliant can't wait for the other rooms! definitely coming back for more!read more
Lucy Lowe
2019-12-22T17:35:51+0000
This is the best thing I have ever experienced in my life. it's better than any escape room or horror experience I have... ever done! I don't scared easily, but I have never been so scared in my life!! this was a REAL horror situation! I would definitely recommend this escape room! I am speechless... my heart is still racing 😲😲🤯read more
John Marks
2019-12-19T20:00:18+0000
By far the best escape room experience I’ve ever had! Absolutely unique and one of a kind!
Danielle Pierduta
2019-12-01T20:55:58+0000
Played phobia earlier today & I would 100% recommend!! Damon was amazing, the room was brilliant and we had the best... time! If you are looking for a horror themed, totally immersive escape room to scare yourself sh!tl3ss with then look no further!! Well done Damon I am sure your hard work will pay off, your passion and enthusiasm was clear to see & most definitely added to the experience! Looking forward to returning & playing the other rooms as soon as they are ready!!!read more
Owen Duggan-Smith
2019-11-26T15:58:47+0000
Paralysis is a fantastic way to put down your phone and have fun with your friends. The added thrill of the horror... aspect in Paralysis makes it a truly unforgettable experience and one with repeat value for those taking newbies for the first time.read more
William Morris
2019-11-24T19:50:40+0000
Next level escape room. Terrifying, adrenaline inducing, immersive. Without any spoilers it felt like we were in an... actual horror movie. Damon is very passionate about the experience and what a credit this room is to him. Everything is set up to induce actual fear, very difficult to get a genuine experience like this. Well done we will be back for the other roomsread more
Samantha Clare Millward
2019-11-23T16:32:41+0000
Such a great experience! You are defo made to face your fears. I really enjoyed myself.
Mark Roberts
2019-11-23T16:23:26+0000
Really enjoyable experience. Scariest thing I have done. Can’t recommend enough!
Claire Louise Holdcroft
2019-11-20T06:29:37+0000
Entered “Phobia”, had an amazing evening. The whole time we were there it was an experience, the host makes you... embrace the storyline and you often forget that you’re playing a game. With personalisation in the game itself, it’s not like any other escape room game and with the horror theme it’s like nothing that I’ve ever played! Cannot wait to come back!read more
Emma Holmes
2019-11-17T09:46:57+0000
We had a great night in the phobia room last night. Really well thought out and different from the other rooms we’ve... done. Damon was great and as everyone has said incredibly passionate. Can’t wait for more rooms. Thanks Damon.read more
Jayde Grocott
2019-11-02T20:47:19+0000
Wow! Was so scared about coming here tonight but it was amazing! You literally feel like your in a horror film, they... get involved with you when your in there to make it even more real! The owners are so nice & welcoming & make you feel valued as customers. 10/10 will definitely be back for the next rooms!!!read more
Gemma Maskrey
2019-11-01T00:29:24+0000
absolutely brilliant night thankyou paralysis escape rooms it was fab 😊
Rebecca Ogden
2019-10-27T20:48:20+0000
Had an amazing time doing the phobia escape room. very well thought out and interactive scary and fun. cant wait till... the next room opens and the bar. damon was so friendly and a down to earth guy and very passionate.read more
Helen Hastie
2019-10-26T14:42:04+0000
just finished in 37 minutes! definitely head back for the next development!
Gav Gilbert
2019-10-22T20:16:19+0000
brilliant. not your usual escape room. certainly takes the experience to the next level. loved it and terrified at the... same time 🤣🤣read more
Wren Sant
2019-10-20T11:35:40+0000
Went here with my bf last night - we're both horror fans and absolutely loved the session. Very scary and decent... puzzles, and if you get stuck then clues are given (in a very creepy voice 😳) We just about escaped at 56 mins!read more
Dana Marie
2019-10-19T09:59:04+0000
Went here last night with my two besties and had such a good time. Definitely the best escape room around. Was so... creepy and you actually felt like it wasn’t a game but real life! The owner is so nice and is really passionate. Spent time talking to us afterwards and I’m really excited to go back and try out all the new ones! Thank you! 💕🔪read more
Danielle Egerton
2019-10-13T19:16:35+0000
Best thing I’ve ever done! If your thinking of doing an escape room this is the one!!!I’m the biggest wimp going,... I was dreading it (literally) but excited at the same time! It’s made me want do more and more! Whatever your phobia trust me it’s in there!! The puzzles are brilliant! Gets your minds working!If you like horror, then u need to book here honestly u will not be disappointed! The detail and the thought that’s gone into this room is brilliant! The host was very friendly, explained everything to us before we went in, and the whole story behind it is crazy! Can’t wait to try the others! Thank you for a brilliant experience!!!read more
Jackie Egerton
2019-10-13T16:49:36+0000
Just experienced the escape rooms! I had the best time ever. Trying to work out the clues to escape when your scared... out of your wits and shaking is part of the fun 😂I would highly recommend to anyone who is into this sort of thing. Cannot wait to try out the other rooms. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 👍read more
Tamera Black
2019-10-13T15:39:03+0000
This escape room was absolutely insane. Now I’m not much for escape rooms but I LOVE horror. This room has made me... want to do more horror escape rooms!!! You literally forget where you are and you forget that it’s just a game! Couldn’t recommend a better place to go for a laugh. Such a unique experience and a must try. You wouldn’t regret it I promise you 🤞🏽read more
Melissa Fowler
2019-10-12T20:00:40+0000
Tested the escape rooms tonight WOW what an experience if you like horror and escape rooms I definitely recommend you... book , never been so excited but scared in my life , it’s like been in a really horror movie , every phobia you have is in this room if you like been scared I’d recommend you book this Thank you for having us definitely will book again xread more
Shannon Lisa
2019-10-12T19:16:15+0000
Had a fantastic experience here tonight. The room was brilliantly made up and the story line well thought of. Great... atmosphere that matched the purpose of the room. The owner is really down to earth and spent time chatting to us after, made us feel valued. Would highly recommend these escape rooms! 🤟read more
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Paralysis escape Rooms in Stoke On Trent give you the opportunity to have fun with your family, friends and work colleagues.