Joiner builds new escape room Enigma Rooms Watford

Benn Warren and his family are long time escape room enthusiasts who have recently turned their passion into a business with Enigma Rooms Watford.

The 41-year-old opened his first room Goldrush on December 16, and is already planning four more, with work under way on two.

Enigma Rooms Watford (Image: Benn Warren)

Benn said: “I’ve been playing for years with my family.

“It’s one of the only things you can do as a family where everyone has as much input as everybody else.

Enigma Rooms Watford (Image: Benn Warren)

“Joinery, although I still love it, feels like work but escape rooms are just fun regardless of whether I’m playing with my family or watching others play.”

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To get input on the tech and puzzles Benn was offered a franchise by Engima Escape Rooms, which is primarily based in Yorkshire, to set up his own business in Watford High Street.

Ben and Nikki Warren with their daughters (Image: Benn Warren)

“It’s something where I can put my skills towards it and build the rooms,” the father of three girls added.

“My game is unique and designed and built by me and my people but I needed the input to make it as good as it is.

“I want more people to know how good escape rooms can be.”