Let’s be straight with you, because you searched Newquay and we’re not there: Locked In Cornwall is in Camborne, about 35 minutes down the A30. If you’re on holiday in Newquay, that’s the same drive you’d do for a good beach — except this one works when the surf’s blown out, the rain’s gone sideways, and the family has watched enough of the sky.
What you get for the drive
Three 60-minute escape rooms, every one designed and built here since 2016 — the longest-running escape rooms in Cornwall, five-time TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice winners (2021, 2023–2026):
- Pasty Escape — piskies have nicked an age-old pasty recipe. The room every visitor to Cornwall should play once. 83% escape.
- Puzzle Escape 2.0 — the family room: no scares, hints on tap, 84% escape. Ideal first game for holiday crews with kids.
- The Smoke House Curse — moody, magical, 76% escape. For the group that wants a proper test.
From £20 per person, 2–7 players per room (up to 21 across all three), open 10am to 10pm every day. Any age welcome — under-14s play with an adult in the game.
“We were on holiday in Cornwall and all said it was one of the highlights. I took the family — daughter 9, son 11 and my wife — the kids loved it and my wife was surprised how good it was. The staff were fantastic and the puzzles very good; I would recommend it to families with kids of all ages.” — Brett, Google review
The holiday maths
Newquay’s brilliant until the weather turns — and Cornish weather turns. When it does, every soft play and aquarium within ten miles fills by 11am. An escape room is a booked slot: drive down the A30 (35 minutes, straight run), park free outside the door, and spend the wet part of the day being detectives instead of damp spectators. The whole visit takes about 90 minutes, so you’re back in Newquay for tea.
More wet-weather ammunition for the week: things to do in Cornwall in the rain.
Quick answers for Newquay visitors
Can we book last-minute on a rainy morning? Usually, yes — book online before you set off; same-day slots often exist midweek. Booking is what guarantees the door’s open.
We’re a big holiday group. Up to 21 players at once across three rooms, ranked fairly by our scoring matrix. Ring 01209 862796 and we’ll set it up.
Stag or hen weekend in Newquay? You’re exactly who the hen party page was written for — the sober-start activity that everyone actually remembers.
Book your escape — 35 minutes from Newquay
Common questions — escape rooms near Newquay
How far is Locked In from Newquay?
About 35 minutes from Newquay down the A30 to the Camborne West exit, with free parking outside.
How much does an escape room cost?
Games start from £20 per person. Each room takes 2 to 7 players and runs for a full 60 minutes.
Do I need to book in advance?
Yes — the venue is staffed around bookings, so please book online for the slot you want rather than turning up on spec. We are open 10am to 10pm, seven days a week.
Areas we cover
Locked In Cornwall is in Camborne, an easy drive from Camborne, Redruth, Helston, Truro and Falmouth. We also welcome plenty of players from Hayle, Portreath, St Agnes, Perranporth and St Austell.