The Ultimate Murder Mystery Team Building Challenge

Bring your team together with a thrilling in-person murder mystery team building experience, designed for corporate groups looking for an engaging and interactive team building activity. The Ultimate Murder Mystery Team Building Challenge is a fully hosted, mobile experience that encourages collaboration, problem-solving, and friendly competition.

Hosted by Chief Detective Poirwrote and Sergeant Wires, participants take on the role of trainee officers working to solve a complex case. With dynamic facilitation and seamless delivery, this corporate team building event transforms your office or venue into the scene of a high-stakes investigation.

Working in teams of 3-12, participants will analyse clues, solve puzzles, and piece together evidence to identify the guilty suspect before time runs out. Combining elements of an escape room with a classic murder mystery, this interactive team building challenge keeps teams fully engaged from start to finish.

Teams will take on the following challenges:

• 🔐 Crack the Clues – Solve locks, codes, and puzzles to unlock key pieces of evidence
• 🕵️ Suspect Analysis – Review testimonies and identify inconsistencies
•  🧩 Evidence Examination – Analyse physical clues and case materials
•  🗺️ Logic & Deduction – Piece together timelines, motives, and alibis
• 🚨 Final Verdict – Decide who is guilty before the train reaches its destination

This immersive office team building game includes suspect footage via HD projection alongside real props and evidence, creating a highly engaging and theatrical experience. Designed to be flexible and scalable, it is ideal for corporate team building events, company offsites, and workplace experiences.

The “Mystery On The Silver Express” Storyline…

Officers, we have been called aboard the Silver Express, a luxury train known for its wealthy and high-profile guests.

During its flagship journey, Gordon Gutterbridge, CEO of The Express Train Company, has been found dead. The suspect list includes his step-daughter Gloria Gutterbridge, influencer Sapphire Moonshadow, investor Geoffrey Barton-Bouché, and first-class steward Harry Holbart.

Your task is to examine the evidence and solve the case before the train reaches its final destination.

OUR STANDARD EVENT FORMAT:

–> Welcome and Introduction: Guests are greeted on-site by Chief Detective Poirwrote and Sergeant Wires; teams are formed and roles assigned.
–> Game Setup: Teams receive instructions and are introduced to the investigation and case materials.
–> Rounds 1–2: Teams begin solving puzzles, analysing clues, and reviewing suspect evidence.
–> Scoreboard Check: Teams receive a live update on standings midway through the event.
–> Rounds 3–4: Teams continue the investigation with more complex challenges.
–> Final Verdict and Winners Announced: Teams submit their decision, the culprit is revealed, and winners are announced.

WHAT’S INCLUDED:

• 1 x lead host (Chief Detective Poirwrote) & 1 x assistant host (Sergeant Wires) + additional facilitators (depending on event size)
•  Full event facilitation and end-to-end game management
•  All experience tech & AV, including speaker, microphone, and HD projector
•  All props, clues, and evidence materials
•  All game content, including puzzles and interactive challenges
•  Set up and breakdown
•  Dedicated event specialist to support planning and logistics
•  Risk assessments
•  Public liability insurance for up to £10 million

• Q: How long is this experience? A: This murder mystery team building event is 90 minutes as standard, but it can be adapted to 60 or 75 minutes depending on your requirements.
• Q: Is the murder mystery suitable for all participants? A: Yes, this in-person team building activity is light-hearted, inclusive, and designed to be engaging for all experience levels.
• Q: What is included in your experience? A: Your experience includes a lead host (Chief Detective) and assistant host (Sergeant), additional facilitators depending on group size, full event facilitation, all AV equipment, props, clues, and complete game delivery, plus setup and breakdown.
• Q: What is not included in your experience? A: Venue, furniture, and staging (if required) are not included as standard, but we’re happy to advise based on your event.
• Q: What does our venue need? A: Your venue will need access to power, reliable Wi-Fi, and a layout where all participants have a clear view of the host and projector screen.
• Q: How long does setup take? A: Setup typically takes between 30–60 minutes depending on the size of your corporate event.
• Q: How long does breakdown take? A: Breakdown usually takes between 30–60 minutes following the event.
• Q: Can this be played during dinner? A: Yes, this experience can be seamlessly delivered alongside a meal, with rounds split between courses to maintain flow and engagement.

• Boost Team Collaboration: Encourage teamwork through shared problem-solving and decision-making
• Improve Communication: Teams must discuss, debate, and align to solve the case
• Engaging & Interactive: A high-energy team building experience that keeps everyone involved
• Inclusive for All: Designed for all roles, personalities, and experience levels
• Memorable Corporate Event: A unique alternative to traditional team building activities
• Flexible & Mobile: Delivered at your office or venue anywhere in the UK

• Payment is required upon confirmation of your booking. The full balance can be paid or a deposit if you are unsure on attendee numbers.
• A full refund can be made on cancellations more than 30 days prior to a scheduled event.
• You can change the date or time of your experience up to 14 days prior to a scheduled event based on availability.
• If you’d like to set us up as an official supplier, please send over any vendor supplier forms for review.
• Full terms and conditions available here.