Prepare to embark on an adventure through one of our captivating escape rooms. Our ever-evolving themes offer something for everyone.

While you’re here, why not add some extra excitement with our cutting-edge Interactive Darts experience? Featuring instant scoring and immersive visuals, it’s the perfect way to compete with friends, celebrate, or just have fun!

When it’s time to relax, head to our Café & Bar area where we serve up signature cocktails, mocktails, milkshakes, beers, spirits, wines and warming hot drinks. Whether you’re here for the escape rooms, darts, or simply to unwind, we welcome all to recharge and refresh amid the unique Victorian-inspired atmosphere.

OPENING TIMES

Monday - Thursday 11:00 - 21:00

Friday - Sunday 10:00 - 22:00

WHERE TO FIND US

The Escapologist, Unit 234, Yellow Quadrant, 16 Garden Walk, Metrocentre, Gateshead, NE11 9YG

01914 067449
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Nestled within the bustling Metrocentre Shopping Centre, The Escapologist is conveniently located on the ground floor, opposite Clip 'n Climb and Popeyes.

DIRECTIONS

ACTIVITIES

Escape Rooms & Activities in Metrocentre, Gateshead

  • Incredible Creatures & How to Feed Them! - Escape Room Game Gateshead

    2-5

    Incredible Creatures & How to Feed Them!

  • Wonderland, Lost in Time! - Escape Room Game Gateshead

    2-7

    Wonderland, Lost in Time!

  • Chaos in the Cosmos - Escape Room Game Gateshead

    2-6

    Chaos in the Cosmos

  • The Infected - Escape Room Game Gateshead

    2-6

    The Infected

  • The Vault - Escape Room Game Gateshead

    2-5

    The Vault

  • The Big Top: The Curious Case of The Missing Clown - Escape Room Game Gateshead

    2-6

    The Big Top: The Curious Case of The Missing Clown

  • Temple Raider: An Elemental Quest - Escape Room Game Gateshead

    2-4

    Temple Raider: An Elemental Quest

  • Interactive Darts - Metro - Escape Room Game Gateshead

    2 Lanes, up to 6 per lane

    Interactive Darts - Metro

  • SIN - Escape Room Game Gateshead

    2 - 4

    SIN

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The Escapologist Bar & Cafe

THE ESCAPOLOGIST BAR

Unwind in our quirky steampunk bar, where you can relive your escape room experiences over signature coffee blends and refreshing drinks or indulge in our smoking cocktail and mocktail concoctions.

To book a table for drinks, please call 0113 512 2904.

The Escapologist Bar & Cafe

INTERACTIVE DARTS

Say goodbye to old-school scoring and hello to Interactive Darts, where classic gameplay meets cutting-edge tech. Our high-energy system features instant scoring, dynamic visuals, and a variety of immersive game modes projected on big screens. No maths. No mess. Just nonstop fun for friends, parties, and team nights out.

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REVIEWS

FAQS

As well as escape rooms, The Escapologist at Metrocentre offers Interactive Darts and has an on-site Café & Bar. Interactive Darts combines traditional darts with automatic scoring, interactive games and digital visuals, making it suitable for groups and social occasions. The Metrocentre venue currently has two darts lanes accommodating up to six people per lane, allowing groups to combine different activities during their visit.

Yes, The Escapologist Metrocentre has a range of themes, including options that may suit families and younger players. Individual room suitability should be checked before booking, particularly where themes may be darker or more challenging. Players aged 13 and under must be accompanied by a paying parent or guardian. Those aged 14 to 16 can play without a parent taking part, but a guardian must remain on the premises.

The Escapologist at Metrocentre offers several themed escape rooms, including Incredible Creatures & How to Feed Them, Wonderland Lost in Time, Chaos in the Cosmos, The Infected, The Vault, The Big Top, Temple Raider and SIN. Themes and group capacities vary, giving visitors a choice of different styles and difficulty levels. Current availability and booking times can be checked through The Escapologist’s Gateshead booking page.