Tulleys Farm, Turners Hill Road, Crawley, RH10 4PE
Tulleys Farm has built quite a reputation for high-quality, immersive escape rooms, and having recently experienced two of their standout offerings, Spellcraft and Mutiny, it’s easy to see why.
They’re richly themed, theatrically staged adventures where puzzle-solving is only part of the fun. While both rooms differ wildly in tone and difficulty, they share a commitment to immersion, clever design and the occasional surprising twist. Before you read on, please be assured that there are no spoilers here.
Tulleys Farm Spellcraft Review
Let’s start with Spellcraft, the more ambitious escape room of the two. Billed as a magical battle between twin witches, Spellinda and Evilinda, this escape room leaps headfirst into it fantasy. From the start, you’re drawn into their world, quite literally split into it if you arrive with a full team. The game allows two different entry points, with players beginning their journeys aligned to either the good or the evil witch. With only two of us, we opted to stay together, which made the early puzzles a shared discovery and more enjoyable.
The design of this room is among the best you’ll find anywhere. Each space has its own distinctive look and atmosphere, shifting dramatically as the story unfolds. The transformation from Spellinda’s brightly coloured sweet shop to Evilinda’s shadowy witch lair is as jarring as it is impressive. You’re not just unlocking boxes; you’re unlocking entire environments. Tulleys Farm has cleverly masked the sheer scale of the space. The room seems to go on forever, helped along by a bit of stagecraft that literally moves you through the game. It’s ambitious and feels genuinely magical.
The puzzles here span a broad spectrum: observational challenges, memory tasks, word games and some delightfully strange moments, including eating challenges to unlock clues and carrying around cauldrons to collect magical items. The game also leans into its theatrical theme with props like magic wands, which look the part but feel like a missed opportunity for further interactivity. Still, the game’s crescendo, where good and evil forces collide, offers a satisfying sense of climax and teamwork.
There’s so much to enjoy in Spellcraft, even if one or two puzzles feel a little drawn out (yes, the rope task, we’re looking at you). For two players, it’s a serious challenge. For four, it’s probably the sweet spot, with more eyes and hands available to juggle the room’s many tasks. Overall, it’s one of the most memorable and expansive escape rooms you’re likely to play in the UK. It balances atmosphere and puzzle play with remarkable flair, and leaves a lasting impression, even if you can’t recall every step you took along the way.
Tulleys Farm Mutiny Review
In contrast, Mutiny is a tighter, punchier experience that’s more linear, more physical, but no less enjoyable. Set in the golden age of piracy, this room throws you straight into a mutinous plot aboard Captain Starling’s ship. After years of abuse, your crew has had enough, and it’s time to seize the treasure and your freedom before the dreaded captain returns.
The set is instantly evocative. Starting in the captain’s cabin, you’re surrounded by weathered wood, nautical props, and clever lighting that casts a murky, sea-worn glow across the room. It isn’t as vast as Spellcraft, but it still surprises, particularly when you finally break out onto the ship’s deck. It’s here the game opens up, offering more space and more puzzles to divide and conquer.
Puzzles in Mutiny are varied but less original than those in Spellcraft. You’ll encounter the usual suspects such as combination locks, number puzzles and a fair bit of physical lifting but it all ties into the setting well. There’s a pleasing flow to the game, and while nothing feels especially groundbreaking, the quality of the set dressing elevates the experience. A particular standout moment comes in the latter stages of the game, where the design veers away from historical realism and into something more unexpected and whimsical. You’ll know it when you see it.
One slight drawback is the lighting. While it certainly adds to the atmosphere, there were moments when things got a little too dim to read properly, and phone torches had to come out. A pirate lantern prop might’ve solved that in a more thematic way. Still, the room’s logic remains clear, and with the help of Polly the Parrot (the room’s charming clue system), we stayed mostly on track.
Despite being the ‘easiest’ room at Tulleys, Mutiny isn’t a total walk in the park. With just two of us, it came right down to the wire, but the balance felt fair. The inclusion of more physical tasks might be worth noting for families or players with mobility issues, but otherwise, it’s a thoroughly enjoyable 60 minutes of swashbuckling fun.
Spoiler Free Review of Escape Rooms at Tulleys Farm
It’s also worth noting that the hosts for both rooms were friendly, engaging and fully in character from the moment we arrived to the moment we escaped. Their enthusiasm added a real sense of fun, setting the tone and helping immerse us in the stories. Clues were delivered with just the right balance of subtlety and humour, and we never felt rushed or left adrift.
Outside the rooms, Tulleys has a well-stocked bar where you can grab a drink or snack before or after your game, and there’s a nice selection of themed merchandise for those wanting a keepsake. Free parking on site also makes the visit all the more convenient.
Both Spellcraft and Mutiny are shining examples of Tulleys Farm’s attention to detail and flair for storytelling. While Spellcraft is undoubtedly the more complex and impressive room, Mutiny holds its own as a solid, well-crafted adventure. Together, they showcase what escape rooms can be when designers focus not only on puzzles but on experience. Whether you favour wands or cutlasses, Tulleys has you covered.
Tulleys Farm Escape Room reviews – 5 stars
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