
Christmas At The Deacon’s Cabinet Escape Room
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Christmas At The Deacon’s Cabinet Escape Room takes place at Escape The Past in Edinburgh on 20 November 2026. Participants will work in teams to solve puzzles and uncover the secrets of Deacon William Brodie, a historical figure known for his double life. The experience is designed for groups of 2-6 people and is suitable for ages 10 and above.
Looking for festive fun that's a little different? Gather your team of family, friends or colleagues and head along to Edinburgh's historical escape room! Deacon William Brodie loved 'festivities' a little more than most, and his double life has finally caught up with him! Can your team outwit this infamous Edinburgh villain before he hangs from the gallows he himself designed? Will you uncover the ultimate Christmas present - his rumoured secret fortune? Or will the mysteries contained within his cabinet remain locked away forever..? An award winning escape room from Escape The Past - one of the city’s best rated attractions on TripAdvisor! Suitable for groups of 2-6 people. Ages 10+.
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Christmas At The Deacon’s Cabinet Escape Room takes place on Friday, 20 November 2026. The event runs until Sunday, 3 January 2027.
Christmas At The Deacon’s Cabinet Escape Room is held at Escape The Past in Edinburgh (Basement 1 25 Nicolson Square, Edinburgh South EH8 9BX).
The forecast for Christmas At The Deacon’s Cabinet Escape Room is Overcast · high 4°C, low -2°.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Escape The Past can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Christmas At The Deacon’s Cabinet Escape Room can be booked via escapethepast.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Christmas At The Deacon’s Cabinet Escape Room
All dayuntil Sunday, 3 January 2027
Escape The Past · Edinburgh
Editorial summaryAbout this event
Christmas At The Deacon’s Cabinet Escape Room takes place at Escape The Past in Edinburgh on 20 November 2026. Participants will work in teams to solve puzzles and uncover the secrets of Deacon William Brodie, a historical figure known for his double life. The experience is designed for groups of 2-6 people and is suitable for ages 10 and above.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Looking for festive fun that's a little different? Gather your team of family, friends or colleagues and head along to Edinburgh's historical escape room! Deacon William Brodie loved 'festivities' a little more than most, and his double life has finally caught up with him! Can your team outwit this infamous Edinburgh villain before he hangs from the gallows he himself designed? Will you uncover the ultimate Christmas present - his rumoured secret fortune? Or will the mysteries contained within his cabinet remain locked away forever..? An award winning escape room from Escape The Past - one of the city’s best rated attractions on TripAdvisor! Suitable for groups of 2-6 people. Ages 10+.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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Hotels within walking distance of Escape The Past. Searching near Basement 1 25 Nicolson Square, Edinburgh South EH8 9BX; check-in Friday, 20 November 2026.
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WhereEscape The Past
Basement 1 25 Nicolson Square, Edinburgh South EH8 9BX
Newington, Edinburgh
Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is Christmas At The Deacon’s Cabinet Escape Room?
Christmas At The Deacon’s Cabinet Escape Room takes place on Friday, 20 November 2026. The event runs until Sunday, 3 January 2027.
Where is Christmas At The Deacon’s Cabinet Escape Room taking place?
Christmas At The Deacon’s Cabinet Escape Room is held at Escape The Past in Edinburgh (Basement 1 25 Nicolson Square, Edinburgh South EH8 9BX).
What will the weather be like at Christmas At The Deacon’s Cabinet Escape Room?
The forecast for Christmas At The Deacon’s Cabinet Escape Room is Overcast · high 4°C, low -2°.
Is there anywhere to stay near Christmas At The Deacon’s Cabinet Escape Room?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Escape The Past can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Christmas At The Deacon’s Cabinet Escape Room?
Tickets for Christmas At The Deacon’s Cabinet Escape Room can be booked via escapethepast.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Until Sunday, 3 January 2027
Weather
chance of rain 22% · wind up to 8 km/h
Venue
Basement 1 25 Nicolson Square, Edinburgh South EH8 9BX
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