Merrion Centre, Leeds: Prison Island to open first venue in North of England
The multi-activity entertainment venue Prison Island is preparing to open its first venue in the North of England.
The new venue will take 11,000 sq ft across two floors at the Merrion centre in Leeds and create 18 full and part-time jobs.
A spokesman said: “Leeds will join a global network of more than 110 Prison Island locations and will become the concept’s fourth venue in the UK and first venue in the North of England, joining existing locations in Belfast, Maidstone and Camden.
"At the heart of the venue will be Prison Island, an immersive team challenge that sees players in teams of up to five tackle a series of themed cells designed to test physical ability, skill, teamwork and problem-solving. Unlike a traditional escape room, teams can take on a variety of challenges, creating a different experience with every visit.”
It will also offer interactive darts and interactive golf.
The spokesman said: “Prison Island Leeds will be operated by the team behind the Belfast venue. The Leeds opening forms part of the operator’s wider expansion into new regions across the UK and Ireland."
Ryan Lyttle, director of Prison Island Leeds, said: “The Merrion Centre is a superb location and felt like a natural fit for Prison Island. It’s a busy, well-established leisure destination in the heart of Leeds, with excellent transport links and strong footfall from residents, students, workers and visitors to the city.
“Being surrounded by other leisure, hospitality and entertainment operators also makes it an ideal location for a competitive socialising concept like ours."
Further information on the opening, including launch plans and social media channels, will be announced in due course, the spokesman said.