Client Overview

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Client: Auto Trader
Business Type: Technology Company
Location: IHG Deansgate, Manchester
Group Size: 110 Participants
Event Type: CSI Table Top Escape Game

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Auto Trader approached us looking for a unique, high-energy team-building experience to include in their staff development day. Their goal was to bring colleagues together in a way that encouraged communication, collaboration and friendly competition, while also being fully indoor-compatible for their chosen conference venue.

Event Requirements & Objectives

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The client needed an activity that could:

• Engage a large group simultaneously

• Run smoothly within a tight schedule

• Be set up efficiently inside a conference hall

• Provide meaningful team-building outcomes

• Deliver a memorable, shared experience for staff

 

A tabletop escape game was the perfect match, offering a balance of immersion, challenge and teamwork without the need for permanent fixtures or room installations.

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What We Delivered:

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To meet the client’s goals, we delivered a full-scale, portable escape room experience designed for maximum engagement:

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• 11 Portable Escape Game Stations

We set up eleven fully equipped CSI-themed tabletop escape game stations across the main conference hall, allowing all 110 participants to take part at the same time.

• Team Format: 10 Participants per Table

Teams raced to analyse evidence, crack codes and uncover clues to solve the case before the other groups.

• 1 Hour Competitive Puzzle Challenge

The timed challenge created a high-energy atmosphere where every participant played a crucial role in progressing their investigation.

• Professional Facilitation & Timekeeping

Our event team delivered the briefing, supported teams throughout the challenge, maintained the competitive pace, and ensured smooth transitions from start to finish.

• Team-Building Focused Debrief

The session concluded with a short debrief where we highlighted collaboration techniques, communication strengths and problem-solving strategies demonstrated during gameplay.

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Event Atmosphere & Engagement:

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From the moment the briefing began, the room was buzzing with excitement. Every team quickly locked into the challenge, sharing ideas, debating clues and coordinating tasks. The fast-paced format kept all participants involved, and the competitive element gave teams that extra push to stay focused and motivated.

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This event showcased exactly how well mobile escape room activities can be scaled for large corporate groups while still maintaining high-quality engagement across every table.

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Outcomes & Results:

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⭐ 100% Participation

All 110 participants were actively engaged throughout the entire session not a single team or individual was left behind.

⭐ Outstanding Feedback

Staff rated the activity 10/10 for engagement, and the client described the event team as “brilliant”.

⭐ Meaningful Team Development

Teams demonstrated improved communication, strategic thinking and collaborative skills during the challenge.

⭐ Ongoing Relationship

This event marked the third successful booking we have delivered for Auto Trader, strengthening a long-standing partnership.

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Why This Event Worked So Well:

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The CSI Table Top Escape Game is ideal for large-scale corporate events because it:

• Fits any indoor venue

• Allows large groups to play at the same time

• Encourages natural teamwork and communication

• Requires no special equipment from the client

• Creates an energetic, memorable experience

 

This format delivers the perfect blend of fun, challenge and collaboration.

 

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If you're planning a staff away day, conference activity or corporate team-building session, our mobile escape room experiences can be tailored to suit any group size, venue or schedule.

 

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