Client Overview
Client: Auto Trader
Business Type: Technology Company
Location: IHG Deansgate, Manchester
Group Size: 110 Participants
Event Type: CSI Table Top Escape Game
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
The client needed an activity that could:
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Engage a large group simultaneously
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Run smoothly within a tight schedule
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Be set up efficiently inside a conference hall
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Provide meaningful team-building outcomes
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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.
What We Delivered:
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.
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Team Format: 10 Participants per Table
Teams raced to analyse evidence, crack codes and uncover clues to solve the case before the other groups.
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1 Hour Competitive Puzzle Challenge
The timed challenge created a high-energy atmosphere where every participant played a crucial role in progressing their investigation.
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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.
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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.
Event Atmosphere & Engagement:
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.
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.
Outcomes & Results:
⭐ 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.
Why This Event Worked So Well:
The CSI Table Top Escape Game is ideal for large-scale corporate events because it:
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Fits any indoor venue
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Allows large groups to play at the same time
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Encourages natural teamwork and communication
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Requires no special equipment from the client
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Creates an energetic, memorable experience
This format delivers the perfect blend of fun, challenge and collaboration.
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