Birthdays
Celebrate differently with immersive horror escape rooms, your own gathering space and an experience your group will remember.

Events & Private Hire
Create an unforgettable birthday, corporate event, celebration or private experience in the heart of Stoke-on-Trent.
More than an escape room
Paralysis combines three immersive horror escape rooms with the Redrum Lounge and flexible private hire options.
Whether you are planning a birthday, team event, stag or hen party, or an exclusive gathering, we can help create an experience around your group.
Perfect for
Celebrate differently with immersive horror escape rooms, your own gathering space and an experience your group will remember.
Bring your team together with a genuinely engaging challenge that encourages communication, teamwork and problem-solving.
Start the celebrations with something completely different before continuing your night in the city.
Create a bespoke event with escape rooms, lounge access and exclusive use options tailored around your group.
Your event, your way
We do not believe every event should fit into the same package. Choose the parts that suit your group and we will help create the right experience.
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The venue
Located at 8 Pall Mall in Hanley, Paralysis offers a distinctive city-centre venue for groups looking for something beyond the ordinary.
Three immersive horror escape rooms
Redrum Lounge
Private bar area
Comfortable seating
Dedicated event host
Central Stoke-on-Trent location
Upcoming Events
Choose from our upcoming ticketed events, ghost hunts and special experiences.
New events will appear here as soon as bookings open.
How it works
Share your event type, preferred date, group size and what you would like to include.
We will review your requirements and recommend the best format for your group.
Once the details are agreed, confirm your booking and reserve the venue.
Arrive, meet your host and prepare for an experience your group will remember.
Frequently asked questions
Yes. Exclusive venue hire can be arranged depending on your date, group size and the type of event you are planning.
Each escape room can accommodate up to six players at one time. Larger groups can rotate between rooms and the lounge as part of a tailored event plan.
Decorations may be permitted in agreed areas. Please include what you have planned in your enquiry so we can confirm what is suitable.
Birthday cakes can usually be accommodated with prior agreement. Please mention this when arranging your event.
Younger guests may attend where the experience and supervision arrangements are suitable. An adult or guardian over 18 must accompany under-18s.
Paralysis is located in Hanley city centre, with public car parks and transport links available nearby.
Start planning
Complete the form and give us an idea of what you are planning. We will contact you to discuss availability and options.
Telephone01782 214403