Exodus Hinge & Colchester’s Lost Centurion: Roman Britain Walking Tour & Escape Game
Exodus Hinge & Colchester’s Lost Centurion: Roman Britain Walking Tour & Escape Game
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⏱️ Total Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume whenever you want.
🧩 Gamified Discovery: Solve 14 location-based puzzles to unlock hidden stories and secret spots.
📍 Starting Point: Balkerne Gate, Balkerne Gate, Balkerne Hill, Colchester CO3 3AA, UK
🛡️ Free Cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours before your planned start for a full refund.
🌐 Available In: 🇬🇧 English
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Places you will visit
14
It will take you
73-103 mins
You will walk
4730 steps
Total distance
3.6 km
Route you will explore
Starting point Balkerne Gate
Balkerne Gate, Balkerne Hill, Colchester CO3 3AA, UKFinish point Colchester Castle
5 Museum St, Colchester CO1 1TN, UKAbout this quest
Uncover the ancient history of Colchester, the first major city of Roman Britain, with this immersive walking tour and escape game. Explore Roman ruins, marvel at the remains of the only known Roman Circus in the country, and discover the mystery of what might be Britain’s first Christian church.
Along the way, you’ll encounter Colchester Castle, with its links to the White Tower of London, and other incredible Roman-era discoveries.
In this thrilling adventure, you are Exodus Hinge, a psychic investigator guided by spirits from the past. A Roman Centurion, Lucius Favonius Facilis, has summoned you to Colchester to reveal his hidden secrets.
With ghosts that are often unhelpful and temperamental, you’ll need to solve puzzles, use your wits, and uncover the mystery of the Lost Roman Centurion. Perfect for history lovers, adventurers, and puzzle enthusiasts, this self-guided tour blends exploration and Roman history with a gripping storyline.
Highlights
Visit the first major city in Roman Britain.
Explore the sights of Roman Britain across Colchester.
Discover the mystery of what might be the first Christian church in the country.
Marvel at the many Roman discoveries made in Colchester.
Visit the remains of the only known Roman Circus in the country and Castle with links to London's White Tower.
The mission: Your story in Colchester
You are Exodus Hinge, psychic investigator. Spirits from the past visit you and lead you to hidden secrets. It doesn’t always pay very well, but it takes you to interesting places.
Lucius Favonius Facilis, a Roman Centurion, has led you to Colchester, or Camulodunum as it was called two thousand years ago.
Spirits can be unhelpful, temperamental and sometimes a little angry. You are going to have to use your wits to solve puzzles and reveal the mystery of the Lost Roman Centurion!
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
Colchester Castle
The Balkerne Gate
Good to know before you play
- If the weather gets cold, you can pause and go inside to warm up at almost any location in the game
- We recommend not playing at night
- No attractions ticket(s) required
- Game playable between 9am-6pm every day except Mondays and holidays
Tips & Recommendations
Wear Comfortable Shoes
You will be walking throughout the city, so comfortable footwear is essential for enjoying the experience.
Charge Your Phone
Make sure your smartphone is at least 60% charged. The quest runs through the Questo app, and you will be using it throughout.
Check the Weather
This is an outdoor activity. Bring an umbrella or sunscreen depending on the forecast.
Bring a Camera
You will discover photogenic locations and hidden gems perfect for capturing memories.
Stay Hydrated
Bring water, especially during warmer months or longer quests.
Play with Friends
While you can play solo, quests are more fun with friends or family. One ticket works for a group.
Ratings and Reviews
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Compare Questo vs. Guided Walking Tours
Flexibility
Regular Guided Tours
Fixed schedules & no pausing
Questo
Start, pause, and resume anytime
Privacy
Regular Guided Tours
Crowds of up to 30 strangers
Questo
Private experience for your group only
Pricing
Regular Guided Tours
$30-$40 per person
Questo
Affordable per-group pricing
Availability
Regular Guided Tours
Requires advance booking
Questo
Instant access 24/7/365
Experience
Regular Guided Tours
Passive listening to a guide
Questo
Active gamification; you solve the mystery
| Feature | Regular Guided Tours | Questo |
|---|---|---|
| Flexibility | Fixed schedules & no pausing | Start, pause, and resume anytime |
| Privacy | Crowds of up to 30 strangers | Private experience for your group only |
| Pricing | $30-$40 per person | Affordable per-group pricing |
| Availability | Requires advance booking | Instant access 24/7/365 |
| Experience | Passive listening to a guide | Active gamification; you solve the mystery |
Frequently asked questions
What’s this quest all about?
You’re hunting for the Lost Centurion, a Roman soldier who vanished from Colchester nearly 2,000 years ago. You follow clues through the old walls, ruins, hidden paths, trying to unearth what happened.
Is this good if I like history and myths?
Totally. It mixes real Roman history with a bit of legend—ancient walls, Roman bricks, old gates—plus mystery around what the Centurion really did.
Could this be a fun afternoon with a friend or partner?
Yes — it’s perfect if you like walking at an easy pace, chatting about history, solving riddles together. Stops at ruins and hidden spots make it feel special.
Will kids enjoy this?
Older kids (teens especially) who like stories of ancient Rome or mystery hunts will love it. Younger ones might find some clues tricky, but the ruins are cool visuals.
Is it steep or hard walking terrain?
Mostly flat, some old paving and stone steps. Nothing super hard, but good shoes help, especially if rain’s made the stones slippery.
