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The grouch who stole easter

‘Easter morning is fast approaching, but disaster has struck! Overnight someone broke into the town square and stole every single egg, including the Golden Egg.

Family Fun • Colourful • Whimsical and Eggcelent

Quick info

Limited-Time Easter Mission 🐣

For the Easter holidays, A Hidden Past transforms into a special seasonal adventure — The Grouch Who Stole Easter, featuring new puzzles, updated visuals, and an extra layer of fun.

Era

Set in a 1950s flat during the Cold War, this escape room places you inside a covert investigation filled with hidden secrets and unexpected discoveries.

Style

A puzzle-focused escape room with a strong narrative, combining classic problem-solving with immersive storytelling.

Who's it for

Great for families, first-time players, and mixed groups looking for an engaging but accessible challenge.

group info

Designed for 2–6 players, encouraging teamwork as you search and solve together.

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Room briefing

Something isn’t quite right…

Overnight, every Easter egg in town has vanished — including the Golden Egg that signals the start of the celebration. The culprit, known only as The Egg Snatcher, has been traced to this very location.

Your mission: break in, recover the stolen eggs, and save Easter before time runs out. Fail, and the celebration is lost.

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Answers to your questions

FAQ section

No, this game features new decor, new puzzles and a new story. It is however based in our 'A Hidden Past' game so some elements of the game might be familiar.

The Grouch Who Stole Easter is only here to stay for a couple of weeks from 27th of March until the 11th of April. And once it's gone, it's gone.

All missions can be played by two players. Some rooms allow up to six players, while others can host up to seven depending on the game.

Yes. All of our missions can be played by two players, although some challenges may feel easier with larger teams.

Not at all. Everything you need to solve the mission is inside the room. A love for the era may make the experience even more fun, but no prior knowledge is required.

Each mission lasts 60 minutes. Including briefing and debriefing, most visits take around 75–90 minutes.

Yes. Your Game Master monitors the mission and can provide hints to keep your team moving if needed.

Most of our missions focus on adventure and puzzles rather than scares. The Voices We Hear is the only horror-themed experience and is strictly 16+.

Most puzzles focus on observation and problem-solving. Some missions include light physical interaction such as crouching or searching the space.

Some missions use lighting or sound effects to enhance the atmosphere. If anyone in your group has sensitivities, please contact us before your visit.

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Give the Gift of a Mission

Looking for a unique gift idea? Our escape room gift vouchers start from £25 and are valid for 2 years, giving the recipient plenty of time to choose their decade and complete their mission.