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Murder Mystery Nights

In partnership with Murder By Appointment

Murder mystery events in Falmouth, Cornwall

From £59 per person and from £265 for two tickets and an overnight stay

Step into a night of intrigue at Budock Vean. Enjoy a delicious dinner with a side of suspense as you uncover clues and solve the mystery in our whodunnit evenings.

Friday 5th June

The Flamingo Club Murder

A 1920s Chicago nightclub, mob pressure and dark secrets collide in this thrilling murder mystery at Budock Vean. Can you crack the case?

Hosted by Murder By Appointment, the longest-established murder mystery company in the West of England, this immersive evening promises suspense, intrigue and plenty of twists along the way.

Step back into the roaring 1920s at The Flamingo Club, one of uptown Chicago’s most glamorous and successful nightspots. Owned by Tony Lupino, the club attracts flappers, high society and the ever-watchful eyes of the Chicago mob, led by the notorious Johnny Torrio.

But with the fallout from the Wall Street Crash, Tony’s finances are crumbling, past deals are closing in, and personal troubles refuse to stay hidden. As rumours of a mob takeover grow stronger, tensions rise and loyalties are tested.

Watch the drama unfold before your eyes — and when a body is discovered, it’s up to you to piece together the clues, question the suspects and uncover the killer. Perfect for sleuths and socialites alike, this is an unforgettable night of mystery, drama and interactive fun.

Friday 30th October

Murder at the Showbiz Party

Big hair, big egos and deadly secrets collide at an 80s showbiz party. Can you uncover the killer before the final curtain falls?

Hosted by Murder By Appointment, the longest-established murder mystery company in the West of England, this immersive evening promises suspense, intrigue and plenty of twists along the way.

Step back into the glitz and glamour of the 1980s and enter the high-pressure world of film, television and theatre as a guest at an exclusive showbiz party hosted by a major casting agency. The music is pumping, the champagne is flowing, and the stars are out in force — but all is not as it seems.

Behind the smiles and spotlight, jealousy, ambition and greed simmer dangerously close to the surface. As rivalries ignite and thinly veiled threats are made, the party takes a dark turn when a body is discovered.

Watch carefully, question the suspects and piece together the clues to uncover who committed the murder. Get it right, and you could win a prize — all before the final curtain falls on this unforgettable 80s-themed night of mystery and drama.

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