Murder Mystery Events In London

The whodunnit night is alive and well in London, giving the city's curious folk a night of immersive terror and tricky clues that they'll never forget. From three-course dinners surrounded by deceit (and really good drinks), to theatical Victorian gin parlours home to peculiar crimes, there's a lot to get your sleuthing selves stuck into in the capital.

So, where do you get to enjoy the best? Right here on DesignMyNight. Check out our recommendations for the best murder mystery events in London. Just remember... it's not who you think it is.

Our Guide To Murder Mystery Experiences In London

Last edited by Kiera Chapman

Last updated on 10th December 2025




When the Clock Strikes Murder NYE Cruise

@ All-Glass Vessel on Wed, 31st Dec 2025 @ 20:00 - 1:00

  • Location: Tower Bridge Quay, St Katharine's Way, E1W 1LD
  • Price: from £630.70 per person
  • What's included: a five-hour New Year's Eve Thames cruise, Champagne welcome, three-course dinner, unlimited drinks, midnight toast, live DJ and roaming photographer
  • Why we recommend: this is an ultra-luxurious all-glass boat, with panoramic views, indulgent dining and a dramatic whodunit unfolding as you sail into the new year

Grab tickets to a breathtaking all-glass vessel for the most glamorous New Year's Eve experience. This five-hour luxury cruise mixes indulgence with intrigue as an immersive murder mystery unfolds around you. Your night begins with a Champagne welcome before you're drawn into a thrilling whodunit that plays out between courses.

Enjoy a decadent three-course dinner paired with unlimited drinks while the suspects circle and the plot deepens. There'll also be a live DJ providing the music, and a photographer on board to capture special moments. 

Victorian Murder Mystery

@ Mr Fogg's Residence on Saturday 10th January 2026 and 44 other Saturdays

  • Location: 15 Bruton Lane, Mayfair, W1J 6JD
  • Price: from £64.80 per person
  • What's included: a two-hour experience and two cocktails
  • Why we recommend: the decor at Mr Fogg's Mayfair is unmatched, but don't be too awestruck by its fabulousness, as a guest has been fatally poisoned, and it's your job to find out who the culprit is

If you fancy your murder mystery with a Victorian twist, then you'll have to head to Mr Fogg's Mayfair residence for this exclusive event, which takes you all the way back to 1873 at the residence of Mr Phileas J. Fogg.

You'll be fully involved in solving the crime here, putting your sleuthing skills to the test across a two-hour immersive experience that also includes two exclusive cocktails made with Belvedere and Moët & Chandon per person.

The Murdér Express Part Deux -Jewel Of The Empire

@ Pedley Street Station on Various dates from Sunday 14th December 2025

  • Location: Arch 63, Pedley Street, Bethnal Green, E1 5BW
  • Price: from £79.50 per person
  • What's included: a two-hour experience and a three-course meal
  • Why we recommend: this murder mystery train in London is a thrilling, fun time with brilliant actors, fantastic food, and top drinks to match. We think it's a great shout for a date night that's a little bit different 

Sometimes a good ol' murder mystery is a fabulous way to make our brains tick. So why not check out The Murdér Express at Pedley Street Station, an immersive experience involving a case to solve along with a tasty three-course dinner in a train carriage.

Picture this: it's the year 1937, and you've travelled back in time to when Dr Errol Earhart has unearthed the world's most valuable diamond, the Jewlwe of the Empire. It's being transported to the Von Cleethorpes estate via the Murdér Express, and you just happen to be along for the theatrical ride. Can you catch a killer? There's only one way to find out...

Murder Mystery Experience - London

@ I'm Puzzled on Various dates from Sunday 14th December 2025

  • Location: begin at Piccadilly Circus, W1J 9HS
  • Price: from £21.98 per group
  • What's included: a game on your phone 
  • Why we recommend: this fun experience prompts you to take to the streets, learning fun facts about London, all while cracking clues; it's pretty hands-on and spectacular for groups 

This outdoor murder mystery experience kicks off at Piccadilly Circus, using a helpful app to guide you through your own adventure.

In teams of two to six, you'll work together to crack codes, find clues and interrogate virtual suspects, solving the murder of a high-profile politician. This can be done any day of the week in your own time, costing as little as £21.98 for the group.

Mr Fogg's Christmas Murder Mystery

@ Mr Fogg's Residence on Sunday 14th and Sunday 21st December 2025

  • Location: 15 Bruton Lane, Mayfair, W1J 6JD
  • Price: from £64.80 per person
  • What's included: a two-hour experience and two cocktails
  • Why we recommend: this festive instalment is packed with sparkling decorations, a cheerful spirit, and some top puzzle-solving antics 

We all know that Mr Fogg's knows a thing or two about murder mysteries, and they're hosting a special Christmas edition this winter. Head to their Mayfair venue to test out your detective skills on a festive murder case, where you'll work as a team to crack clues and solve puzzles.

There'll be unique artefacts from all over the world dotted around the room, some of which might just help you work it out. That's not all, though, as this two-hour session also includes two cocktails per person.

Murder on the Fogg’s Express

@ Mr Fogg's Society of Exploration on Various dates from Sunday 14th December 2025

  • Location: 1A Bedford Street, Covent Garden, WC2E 9HH
  • Price: from £43.20 per person
  • What's included: a 90-minute tabletop murder mystery breakout, a welcome cocktail and a selection of nibbles
  • Why we recommend: this glamorous Victorian train carriage setting features cleverly designed escape room–style puzzles, and a high-stakes whodunit perfect for groups

All aboard the opulent Victorian Train Carriage at Mr Fogg's Society of Exploration for a murder mystery experience inspired by the golden age of travel. Drawing on the allure of the Orient Express, this gripping tabletop adventure invites you and your fellow detectives to piece together a web of secrets, solve cryptic clues and uncover the truth before time runs out.

Across 90 fast-paced minutes, you'll work as a team to crack codes, follow leads and unmask the culprit, all while enjoying a welcome cocktail of your choice and a tasty selection of nibbles to fuel your investigation.

Murder Mystery Night At The White Swan

@ The White Swan, Twickenham on Tue, 16th Dec 2025 @ 19:00 - 22:00

  • Location: Riverside, Twickenham, TW1 3DN
  • Price: from £43.20 per person
  • What's included: a three-hour experience, a main meal and a drink
  • Why we recommend: we love this immersive 1920s storytelling, interactive performances, and a cosy riverside setting perfect for an evening of suspense

It's December 1929, and an unforgettable night of intrigue has arrived at The White Swan, Twickenham. Set within a picturesque riverside pub, this gripping murder mystery invites you to join a gathering of literary hopefuls celebrating the launch of a bold new publishing house funded by Rockefeller money. The guest list includes a young authoress, a society darling, an ambitious editor and an aristocrat, each with secrets simmering beneath the surface… until the evening takes a sinister turn.

Expect lively, interactive performances from Interrupt the Routine's talented troupe as they bring the story to life with humour, tension and plenty of twists. Over three atmospheric hours, you'll piece together clues, trade theories and try to unmask the culprit, all while enjoying a delicious main meal and a drink of your choice.

Jury Games

  • Location: 107 Leadenhall Street, City of London, EC3A 4AF
  • Price: from £45.43 per person
  • What's included: a 90-minute immersive experience
  • Why we recommend: ever thought you're really good at sussing people out? This game is your chance to put your skills to the test. Is the evidence really what it seems?

Looking for the best murder mystery London has to offer? Jury Games is hosting a bunch of unique events where you'll interact with live actors, working together to evaluate physical evidence and unpick a labyrinth of clues, working as a team to come to a verdict.

You'll find yourself summoned to a trial and having to interrogate the defendant yourselves with one goal in mind: can you uncover the truth and stay on the right side of the law? 

Murder Mystery Night At The Windjammer

@ The Windjammer on Fri, 23rd Jan 2026 @ 19:00 - 23:00

  • Location: 25 Admiralty Avenue, Pontoon Docks, E16 2PN
  • Price: from £64.74 per person
  • What's included: a four-hour experience and a three-course dinner
  • Why we recommend: not only will you get to devour some top-tier pub food, but you'll also be able to revel in the joy of eccentric suspects and fun clues, all of which unfolds alongside the drama

Visit The Windjammer for a murder mystery dinner in London. Here, you'll become part of the story as a cast of colourful characters, hidden motives and shocking twists play out around you. From the moment you arrive, you'll be pulled into a world where every clue matters, and everyone is a suspect.

Across four thrilling hours, you'll interrogate suspects, uncover secrets and piece together a puzzling crime, all while enjoying a delicious three-course dinner crafted especially for the occasion. Expect interactive theatre, unexpected drama and plenty of chances to flex your detective skills.