Premium Comedy Murder Mystery Evening with Three Course Dinner for Two

A Premium Comedy Murder Mystery Evening is coming to Hook in Reading on Tuesday 3 November, and it's exactly what it sounds like: a whodunnit played out over a three-course dinner for two. The whole thing is billed as a 1920s mystery, and it doesn't just stop at the plot. The period detail runs through the dialogue and the shadowy setting, with a cast of eccentric suspects and a dry-witted detective leading the way. One customer described it as 'a delightfully atmospheric whodunnit that captures the smoky elegance of the 1920s perfectly', which gives you a good sense of the mood they're going for.

The evening runs for around three hours, and the dinner is built right into the experience, so you're eating while the mystery unfolds around you. It's rated 12A, so it's fine for families with older kids, though the focus is on the adults. The whole thing is sold as a gift voucher, delivered instantly and bookable by the recipient, which makes it a straightforward option if you're looking for something to give rather than something to book for yourself.

On the practical side, the voucher is valid for 12 months from purchase, and you'll need to book at least four weeks in advance. The experience runs on selected Fridays, with occasional Saturdays, so you've got a bit of leeway on when you actually go. It's £179 for two people, and that covers both the three-course dinner and the show.