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OUTDOOR MURDER MYSTERY
Notting Hill, London Detective Mystery: Infiltrate a Secret Society!
4.29Player rating
THE CITY IS YOUR CRIME SCENE
Play at your pace · usually 90 min 2.2 km London App-guided
Play in
English
CASE #04 / YOUR MISSION
Your city. Your suspects.
Your case to crack.
- Real streets
- Fictional crime
- App-guided play
CONFIDENTIAL / CASE BRIEFING
The story starts here.
Enter the covert world of "The President's Conspiracy," where you are tasked with exposing The Kingmakers—a secret society that has manipulated world leaders and orchestrated global events from the shadows for centuries. A whistleblower has come forward with alarming information, thrusting you into a high-stakes game of deceit.
Your mission: stay one step ahead, decode the secrets, and unravel the conspiracy before their next grand scheme is unleashed.
Will you be the one to expose the truth and save the world from an invisible tyranny?
Oh... and don't forget to say thank you...
Is this for you?
Who it's for
Starting at Sarm West Studios, this 2.2 km, roughly 90-minute walk through Notting Hill takes you past the Electric Cinema, along Portobello Road and Ladbroke Grove while you decode a whistleblower's clues about a centuries-old secret society. It suits friends, couples and families with teens who like escape rooms and murder mysteries. Choose something else if you want a live guide or a stroll without codes to crack.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
🕵🏻♂️ Uncover a Global Conspiracy – Step into a world where nothing is as it seems and unravel the plots of The Kingmakers.
🧠 Outwit Advanced AI Schemes – Challenge your intellect by decoding cryptic messages and exposing the AI's hidden agenda.
🌐 Embark on a Covert Mission – Engage in a high-stakes quest to discover a secretive power scheme that's been shaping history from the shadows.
👥 Perfect for Thrill-Seekers and Puzzle Lovers – Whether you’re on a daring solo mission or teaming up with friends, this adventure is designed to test your detective skills to the max.
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From your phone to the streets
A walk that turns into an adventure.
- 1
Open the app. You’re on your way.
Choose your pass, then open your quest in the Questo app. It guides you from the starting point.
- 2
Get outside. Follow your curiosity.
Discover real places and their stories on foot. Stop for a coffee or a photo, then pick up where you left off.
- 3
Crack a clue. Share a little victory.
Look around for answers, solve puzzles and enjoy the “we got it!” moments.
CHOOSE YOUR PASS
How many are playing?
Get this questNo booking slot · play any dayFull refund until you start playing
BRING YOUR WHOLE GROUP
One city. Rival teams. Great stories together.
A school trip, a team day or friends out together. Turn your next outing into a little friendly competition.
Everyone for themselves
One player per phone. Solve clues on your own and race for the top spot on the final leaderboard.
Can a team share one phone?
Yes. Play together on one phone per team, or use your own phones and join the same team in the app. We recommend your own phones so everyone can take part.
The real-world playing space
London
A · Start
8 Basing St, London W11 1ET, UK
B · Finish
6 Basing St, London W11 1ET, UK
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
WHAT MAKES A QUEST DIFFERENT
Your adventure, with a playful twist.
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Setting
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- An outdoor route through the city
- Escape room
- An indoor setting designed for the game
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Playing together
- This quest
- Use your own phones to team up or compete
- Escape room
- Solve challenges together in the room
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Pace
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- Escape room
- Usually a booked session with a time limit
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Price
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- Prices and group sizes vary by venue
Features and terms vary by experience. Check the details before booking.
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Notting Hill detective game start and finish?
It starts at Sarm West Studios. From there the route takes in the Electric Cinema, All Saints' Church, Westbourne Park Road, Portobello Road and Ladbroke Grove, among other stops, and the last of its 11 stops is R Garcia & Sons.
How long does it take and how far will we walk?
Plan on around 90 minutes to walk about 2.2 km and solve the puzzles along the way. There is no fixed pace, and you can pause the game, stop for a coffee or a browse on Portobello Road, and continue later.
Is it suitable for children?
It is aimed at adults and families with teens. The story is a conspiracy thriller about exposing a secret society, and the puzzles involve decoding secrets, so teenagers who like mysteries tend to get the most out of it.
Can we play as a group on one ticket?
Yes, one ticket covers your whole group, up to the number of devices stated at purchase. Everyone follows the story and tackles the puzzles together on their phones as you walk between the stops.
Do we need to book a time slot, and what if it rains?
No booking is needed. You start whenever you like, with no guide or group to meet. The game is played outdoors on the streets of Notting Hill, so bring a jacket or umbrella if rain is forecast.
Is the Notting Hill Secret Society detective quest self-guided?
Yes. The Questo app guides you from clue to clue without a tour guide or fixed departure. You can start when it suits you, pause and continue at your own pace.
Where does the Notting Hill Secret Society detective quest start and finish?
It starts at at 8 Basing Street and finishes at at 6 Basing Street. The route is approximately 2.2 km and includes 12 location-based puzzles.
How many tickets does our group need?
This classic quest sells access per device and player. Each person who wants to solve clues on their own phone needs their own access.
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The Notting Hill version of The President’s Conspiracy
The Kingmakers and their global conspiracy are fictional. This page is dedicated to the Notting Hill route; groups can play the same case in Kensington or Leicester Square, or choose a different Notting Hill story. Playable languages: English.
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