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Threatening letters
Harold Walter, one of the richest men in the country, has been getting threatening letters for months. Plain old blackmail, or so everyone thinks at first. Everyone's wrong.
4,1/5 from 8 reviews
The Walter CaseCitywide escape game in Manchester
120 minutes 3 km 12 years old 1 to 6 players
Press tycoon Harold Walter is being held hostage somewhere in Manchester , with a bomb strapped to him. Your detective agency is short on time.
Discover the story
1 code = 1 team
39,99 €
per team
per player
- Up to 6 players with a single code
- No need to book a date
- Code valid for 3 years
- Refundable as long as the code is not activated
- Makes a gift: forward the code by email
Estimated duration120 minutes
Estimated distance3 km
Per team1 to 6 players
From12 years old
Languages
Top secret mission
You work for the C.R.I.M.E. detective agency. Your boss has called you in for a briefing, and it is going to be a long day.
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A bomb in town
The tycoon is being held hostage somewhere in town, a bomb strapped to him. Tick, tock. The countdown has started, and it will not wait for you.
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Five suspects
His competitor, his wife, his secretary, his right-hand man, his lawyer. Places to visit, statements to collect, and truth to untangle from lies.
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Time for theories
At the end of the investigation, you present your conclusions. Who did it? Why? How? Until then, expect a few surprises.
The suspect board
Four of the five suspects, pinned to the agency wall. Flip a card to read the detective's note, then make up your own mind.
Manchester on high alert
3 km on foot, 9 places along the way. You may know these streets. You have never looked at them like this.
- Start Location St Anns Square, Manchester
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Royal Exchange
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53 King Street
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Manchester Reform Club
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Manchester And Salford Trustee Savings Bank
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The Portico Library
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Manchester Central Library
- End Location Chancery Pl, Manchester
And 3 more places along the way, to discover on site.
What awaits you in Manchester
Manchester, time is running out… In this immersive urban adventure, join the elite of the C.R.I.M.E. agency to solve the Walter case! Harold Walter, an influential media mogul, has been taken hostage in the heart of the city. A bomb threatens his life—and perhaps even more. It’s up to you to crack the case!
Analyze clues scattered throughout Manchester’s iconic locations, gather testimonies, and tackle thrilling puzzles. Every decision and discovery brings you closer to the truth: who orchestrated this daring crime? A jealous rival, a betrayed confidant, or an unsuspected accomplice? Question the suspects, untangle the twists, and piece together this twisted case before it’s too late.
Experience the unforgettable: suspense, adrenaline, and teamwork will be your greatest allies. Start at St Ann’s Square, wind through the city, and try to outsmart every trap all the way to Chancery Place. Can you solve the Walter case and leave your mark on Manchester’s history? Take your chance—the countdown has already begun…
Ready in three steps
No guide, no time slot, no queue. Your smartphone is the game master.
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Buy your code
It arrives by email within a minute. One code covers a team of 6 players.
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Pick your moment
Saturday afternoon, summer evening or rainy Sunday: head to the starting point whenever you feel like it.
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Let the app guide you
The Coddy app, free on iOS and Android, leads you from riddle to riddle with GPS.
One smartphone is enough for the team
Hints if you get stuck
Set off with a charged battery
4,1 /5
Average rating from 8 player reviews
The detectives have spoken
Really good fun. Saw parts of Manchester we weren't aware of. Will watch out for more. Met with some
super fun, glad we did it! we did a bit of cheating and rented out a scooter. super fun.
ce serait chouette que chaque équipe ait un itinéraire différent, sinon super !
super van genoten. leuke manier om Oostende op een andere manier te ontdekken.
Chouette moment et sert à découvrir la ville en même temps !
jammer dat we veel heen en weer moesten. verder heel leuk
funny and instructive game. love it
it's just amazing.I have no words
goed super gezellig en leuk
sympa pour visiter la ville
Alles was in orde!
tres belle aventure. on s y croit vraiment. parcontre je ne comprend pas le rapport Nicolas flamel
Do we have to pick a date?
No. Your code stays valid for 3 years from purchase. You start the game on whatever day and time suits you.
Can I give the game as a gift?
Yes. You receive the code by email and pass it on to whoever you like. It stays valid for 3 years with no date to set, so they play on whatever day suits them.
Is the game suitable for beginners?
Yes. The riddles call for observation and logic, not special knowledge, and hints get you going again if you are stuck. The game is recommended from age 12.
There are more than 6 of us, what do we do?
Take one code per team of up to 6 players. Teams set off at the same time and play the same route in parallel. The booking card works out the number of codes for you.
How many smartphones do we need?
One is enough for the whole team. Up to 6 phones can join the same game, handy if a battery runs low.
What if we get stuck on a riddle?
The Hint button in the app puts you on the right track, step by step. Each hint weighs a little on your final score, but nobody stays stuck.
Can I get a refund?
Yes, as long as the code has not been activated. Contact Coddy support before you start the game.
The clock is ticking
Start: St Anns Square, Manchester. The code arrives by email right away. You set off whenever you like, for 3 years.
Book for 39,99 € per teamRefundable as long as the code is not activated
The Walter Case in other cities
This theme is also available in other cities.
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Nice · Teens · Adults
- Estimated duration : 120 min
- Estimated distance : 4.2 km
- Rating : 4.2 / 5
- Languages : EN / ES / FR
€39.99 per team
The Walter Case
Lille · Teens · Adults
- Estimated duration : 120 min
- Estimated distance : 3.3 km
- Rating : 4.2 / 5
- Languages : EN / ES / FR
€39.99 per team
The Walter Case
Glasgow · Teens · Adults
- Estimated duration : 120 min
- Estimated distance : 3 km
- Rating : 4.1 / 5
- Languages : EN / ES / FR / IT
€39.99 per team
39,99 € per team
No fixed date
Book The Walter Case Manchester
39,99 €
per team
per player
- Up to 6 players with a single code
- No need to book a date
- Code valid for 3 years
- Refundable as long as the code is not activated
- Makes a gift: forward the code by email