Milton’s Cottage unlocks history with a new immersive museum escape room

Get ready to follow in Milton’s footsteps and release your inner sleuth, as Escape the Plague transforms Milton’s Cottage into an interactive adventure for the whole family this winter. Initially scheduled to take place over Christmas and the New Year period, the project has been extended into January to meet public demand.

Milton came here to escape the Great Plague of 1665, and this immersive escape room experience invites participants to solve riddles, crack codes, seek clues and interact with Miltonic characters in order to discover a long-lost cure for the plague.

“We’re delighted to offer a new way for visitors to connect with Milton’s Cottage,” said Director, Kelly O’Reilly. “Clues are everywhere, so keep your eyes open and be ready for surprises hidden around the museum as you journey through a world of mystery and intrigue. Thanks to the creativity of a local young design team, Chaos Umbrella Productions, this immersive escape room brings a unique twist to our history.”

Are you ready to escape?  Gather friends, family and colleagues for a thrilling and fast-paced game, in which you’ll have to work as a team to beat the clock. Running for 60 minutes, and designed for players aged 10+, this experience is ideal for groups of 2-6 people.

Escape the Plague will run from 8th January to 1st February 2026, Thursday – Sunday, at the following times: 5pm / 6.30pm / 7pm / 8pm. Tickets cost £50 per group and must be booked in advance via the Milton’s Cottage website: www.miltonscottage.org/whats-on/

For further information, please email director@miltonscottage.org or call 01494 872313.