The grouch who stole easter
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.
Room gallery
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.
Hear what our players think
Thousands of five-star reviews!
One of My Favourite Escapes!
It’s near perfect – lots of puzzles to play at once, so no one is bored or stood watching. Instead of endless boring numbers (maths is my weakness) there are a good variety of properly hands on challenges, all wrapped up in a nostalgic theme which felt so appealing.
Jenny
Tripadvisor
delightfully old-school escape room
Overall, A Hidden Past is a solid, classic escape room experience that rewards careful thinking, teamwork, and humility. A must-play for fans of traditional puzzle design who don’t mind a serious relationship with padlocks—and are willing to admit when they’ve made a mistake
Rachel G.
Tripadvisor
Fun challenge for all the family
We had a great time at the Exciting Escapes in Basingstoke – smashed the Escape Room, we did ‘A Hidden Past‘.
We thoroughly enjoyed it and thank you to Esme to being a great host!
Sharon S.
Tripadvisor
Answers to your questions
FAQ section
01 Is this the same as A Hidden Past?
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.
02 How long is the Easter version available?
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.
03 How many players can take part in an escape room?
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.
04 Can two players play an escape room?
Yes. All of our missions can be played by two players, although some challenges may feel easier with larger teams.
05 Do we need knowledge of the decade or theme to play the game?
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.
06 How long does the escape room experience last?
Each mission lasts 60 minutes. Including briefing and debriefing, most visits take around 75–90 minutes.
07 Will we receive hints during the game?
Yes. Your Game Master monitors the mission and can provide hints to keep your team moving if needed.
08 Are your escape rooms scary?
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+.
09 Are your escape rooms physically demanding?
Most puzzles focus on observation and problem-solving. Some missions include light physical interaction such as crouching or searching the space.
10 Do your rooms contain flashing lights or sound effects?
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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