Settle in, claim your room, prepare your character, and acquaint yourself with the building... and your co-conspirators.
19:00
The Welcome Reception
All guests assemble. Characters are introduced. The table is set. The evening begins in earnest.
20:00
Evening Drinks & Rules of the Game
The rules of the weekend's game play are revealed. Private missions distributed. Killers set loose.
20:30
Act I Begins
The first wide mission by candlelight, allegiances form, the game commencing across the manor and grounds. Plots are underway. The traitors move quietly.
21:30 til late
Soirée
Drinks and music. The evening continuing until the last candle burns out.
Saturday · The Plot Continues, Acts II–III
10:00
Breakfast
A murder has taken place over night. A body discovered. Theories and discussion form over toast and circumstance.
11:00
Roundtable I — The First Investigation
All guests convene. Evidence is presented. Accusations are levelled. Someone may not survive the vote.
11:30
Act II Begins
The second mission by daylight in the grounds. Investigations and alliances continue in the field. The noose tightens — or so it appears.
13:00
Roundtable II — Further Deliberation
Our investigation continues. Alliances tested. Another vote. Another verdict.
13:30
Luncheon
A proper sit-down lunch. Fractious company, excellent food.
Afternoon
A Trip into Town
An expedition to the local town or nearby surrounds. Public Houses to be explored.
18:00
Birthday Dinner
A candlelit dinner with all company. Toasts to thirty.
19:00
Act III Begins
The last round of play. Missions reach their conclusion. Murderers make their final move.
20:30
The Final Soirée
Drinks, dancing, and the anxious exchange of theories.
22:00
Roundtable III — The Final Verdict
The killers unmasked. Or escape entirely. The faithful celebrate... or despair.
Sunday · Departures & the Wider Party
Morning
A Final Breakfast
One last morning at the manor. A debrief over coffee. Recovery begins.
By 10:00am
Carriages
The manor is vacated. The weekend concludes.
The Sunday Lunch
Celebrations continue at a nearby pub, open to a wider circle of friends and family. All welcome from noon until 5pm. No characters or alibis necessary. Venue details to follow.
Practical Matters
Getting There
Approximately 1–1.5 hours from London by train. Full address and travel options shared with confirmed guests.
Accommodation
The manor is taken exclusively for our group. Beds allocated on confirmation — respond promptly for best options.
Dress & Character
Each guest will be assigned a character. We will issue full briefing notes to all guests before the weekend. No half measures!
Getting There
Approximately 1–1.5 hours from London by train. Full address and travel options shared with confirmed guests.