Dark shadows darted around in our peripheral vision, and when a sudden loud noise rang out from somewhere you were never quite sure where it came from.Įven the smell of the room was authentic. It’s lit by candlelight, and it really works! None of the puzzles were hindered by it, it only added to the ambience.

But for me, Lady Chastity’s Reserve was dark for a reason. We didn’t have to ‘suspend disbelief’ even for a second… It really felt like being inside a Victorian parlour! The whole space was lit with candlelight – torches were provided, which was a nice touch for an otherwise very dark room – and the furniture, curtains, wallpaper and decor felt lifted directly out of the Victorian era.ĭarkness is marmite in an escape room. One of the stand-outs for us in Lady Chastity’s Reserve was the decor of the room. Can you follow in The Lady’s steps, figure out what happened to her, and claim that bottle of wine?!Ĭreepy Corners, Candlelight, and Curtains for Days But he’s never found that bottle of aphrodisiac wine. The house has been refurbished by the ever-dutiful Gabriel. Rumour has it at the first sign of fire she ran to her cellar and locked up her last bottle of aphrodisiac wine, but didn’t make it out in time. Whilst all the visitors manage to escape in various states of undress, Lady Chastity is never seen again. After suffering heartbreak, the lady hosts one final lavish party but- oh no! Disaster strikes! A candle left unattended tips over and sets fire to a curtain, engulfing the building. Her aphrodisiac wine is a big hit and brings all the ladies and gentlemen to her parlour for some fun. Lady Chastity is a woman who is well known for her… Errr… Parties. So with that aside, let’s get into the light-hearted spooky debauchery that is Lady Chastity’s Reserve…

Whilst we reckon in theory the game could be toned down for a 16+ audience, we mention the reasons why both as a content warning, and to ensure other bookers avoid disappointment. You may encounter a dead body.įor those reasons, the owners have slapped on a strict 18+ rating.

The location of the escape room being above a pub (it’s unlikely kids are allowed in after a certain time!).

The prize of a bottle of wine (tantalising!).Themes of a sexual nature (she’s not that chaste after all – are you offended by light-hearted references to Victorian orgies?).

Some of the reasons for this, we assume are: So first things first, let’s clear the air. What Happens in the Lady’s Parlour… Stays There!

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