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The Crystal Maze LIVE Experience start the fans please

Start your fans please, this live fan based version of The Crystal Maze set within London and Manchester allows people just like to be able to participate in Crystal Maze and take on the Crystal Dome at the end. It might not have Richard O’Brien as the host or even Edward Tudor-Pole or even Richard Ayoade. Plus it is not aired and there are no prizes to be won but that does not matter as either way you will feel like you are taking part in the actual popular TV gameshow as the sets / zones are more or less identical, even the games and no matter which games master you get they are passionate, full of energy and beaming personality, giving past TV hosts a run for their money.

I was invited down on a PR basis courtesy to take on the dome and to show me that the games you see on TV are actually tougher than you think.

Crystal Maze for those who don’t know what it is

The Crystal Maze is a British game show which was devised by Jacques Antoine, in which a team of six contestants take on a range of challenges set within a labyrinth of the same name consisting of four time zones, winning a time crystal for each one they successfully complete. Reaching the centrepiece of the Maze, The Crystal Dome, the team work together collecting a certain amount of gold tokens to win a prize, with the allotted time inside the Dome.

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Jaques London learning made fun via play

Toys are always a must for children, as they do not just keep them entertained but toys are also a great way for kick starting them learning. Jaques London provide a great range of Montessori games and toys ideal for children from 2 year olds and up.

The beauty about Jaques London games and toys though are that not only do they sell a great range of fun and Montessori products most of their products are made using wood which to me is very nostalgic and certainly more special than plastic. Not only that wood is much better for the environment than plastic.

Did you know that wooden toys were first introduced back in the 1700s by a toymaker in Germany. At that time, wooden toys were often handmade for very special occasions, but it soon started to become popular across Europe in which then dolls and animals were started to be handmade from wood.

Montessori products are great for providing education for young children helping them develop natural interests and activities rather than use formal teaching methods. Montessori toys was developed by physician Maria Montessori. Maria was an Italian physician and educator best known for the philosophy of education, and her writing on scientific pedagogy.

I was kindly gifted a few of their products for my nephew who is only 2 and a half and he absolutely loved them. He was not even interested in the box after unwrapping unlike most kids, he just wanted to play with the items.

Jaques London

Jaques London have been going for 8 generations producing toy and games to families since 1795 which was founded by Thomas Jaques, whom was a farmer’s son of a French Huguenot descent.

He was a manufacturer in ivory, hardwoods, bone and Tunbridge Ware.

When John Jaques, his great grandson took over the company it started to gain a great reputation for games and this is how Jaques London begun.

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BuckBuck Games get wacky with friends online

BuckBuck

Get wacky with BuckBuck Games as you design your own adventure or fate with friends.

I and my friends were taken on a wacky adventure courtesy of Ben and his team through lands of wackiness and even took part in a fun unique quiz which was full of complete and utter nonsense, no general knowledge required!

BuckBuck Games

They have been designing and running unique immersive experiences since 2014.

Their story writers, actors, puzzle designers, model makers and art directors all work toward one goal and that is FUN.

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Get your ass to DNA VR – DNA VR

DNA VR

Ever wanted to escape the hustle and bustle of London? then DNA VR offers adventurers a chance to jump into a virtual world of their own choosing to escape your normal everyday life.

I was invited down along with some other community members of Love Pop Ups London to take our minds away from everyday life for an hour which we got to fly around within a futuristic time period to shooting zombies in a desert.

DNA VR

DNA VR is the first and biggest Virtual Reality arcade to hit London in 2018.  They provide a number of well known single player and multiplayer titles and unique team VR Experiences for up to 10 players.  They are also the only venue in UK to provide unique Free-Roam experiences Depth of Osiris and Space Station Tiberia.

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Night of festive drink – TimeOut Hotboozapalaooza

TimeOut Hotboozapalooza Monkey Shoulder

Are you bored with mulled wine and fancy an alternative festive tipple? then TimeOut drinks editor for one night only provides readers and drinkers an alternative festive night of unique hot tipples curated by Hendricks, Monkey Shoulder, Glendfiddich and Reyka at Night Tales.

I went along with some friends to this one night special on 12 December on a complimentary basis courtesy of TimeOut as I belong to their Tastemakers club. 

TimeOut Hotboozapalooza me

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Circus party going on at Roof East – SFG Club

SFG Club has re-opened and is hosting an unbelievable circus-themed roof top party which you don’t want to miss out. They have decorated the Roof East rooftop (located near Stratford station) with various games, activities, circus acts, food booths and several fantastic cocktail and beer bars. Continue reading →

Eat, drink and play – Social Fun and Games (SFG)

Social Fun and Games us bloggers

The other day I went to the launch night of Social Fun and Games (SFG) which has returned this winter to Stratford Centre, Roof East (8th floor). You will be able to relax, eat and drink in one of the cosy Igloos, drink in one of the many bars, listen and dance to music or play fun games such as Jenga or a game of curling with your friends.

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Online Fun

Do you love games, adventures, quizzes and so much more then you will love these immersive online fun events.

Below is a list of popped up events which provide a lot of fun and laughter that you can enjoy with your friends and family via Zoom or other social connecting platforms. Read our write ups via clicking on the links below to read more:

2 Many Wines virtual tasting sessions
Agent November Virtual X Caper mission to rescue
Amanda Cotton
The Adventure is Real
The Adventure is Real with Agent Venture
Agent Venture online can you take down B.A.D. Corp
BuckBuck Games
BuckBuck Games get wacky with friends online
BUCKBUCK GAMES The Lords Apprentice your HIRED
BUCKBUCK down the white rabbits hole I go Curiouser and Curiouser!
Play Dead London
clueQuest Print + Cut + Escape learn how to survive Halloween
clueQuest Mechanics of the Heart on Valentines
Crystal Maze ‘Start the fans please!’ online fan based version
Impossible Things Detective Agency needs your help as a crime had been committed!
Les Enfants Terribles present a pioneering new immersive adventure Sherlock Holmes
Play Dead London online murder mysteries – who done it?
Secret Theatre – Redemption Room who should face their fear
Project Avatar avoid Chickman
Swamp Motel there is a storm brewing
Valentines eve with Lizeek cocktail making, drinking, quizzing and dancing
Moonstone Murder Mysteries – The Tables Have Turned with me as a guest detective
The Panic Room

Games cards and board games

Do you love games then check out these. Click on the links below to read mine or get links to other community members reviews.

Some of these items can be bought directly from the supplier or via my shop on Amazon (affiliated links).

Shot in the Dark ultimate unorthodox quiz
Jaques London learning made fun via play
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