This year, we’re proud to support NI Hospice as Prison Island Belfast’s Charity Partner of the Year, aligning what we do with something that makes a real difference across Northern Ireland.

As part of this partnership, we’re also the headline sponsor of Clash of the Companies 2026 — one of the most exciting charity team building events in Belfast.

Clash of the Companies 2026 – A Team Building Event with Purpose

If you’re looking for team building in Belfast that delivers and gives back – this is it.

Clash of the Companies is a high-energy scavenger hunt designed for businesses looking to boost morale, improve teamwork, and take part in a meaningful corporate event in Belfast.

Wednesday 1st April 2026

St George’s Market, Belfast

Teams will kick off the day at one of Belfast’s most iconic locations before heading out across the city to take on a series of challenges.

What to Expect

• Explore Belfast with your team
• Complete challenges and interactive tasks
• Hunt down specific items across the city
• Compete for prizes and team spirit awards
• Take part in one of the most unique things to do in Belfast with a team

The Full Day Experience

• Start at St George’s Market with music and a FREE breakfast
• Head out on the scavenger hunt with everything you need to succeed
• Return for more FREE food and a glass of bubbles
• Enjoy a motivational speaker and structured team networking
• Finish with a full prize giving and Hospice thank you

Supporting NI Hospice

NI Hospice provides specialist palliative care for both adults and children across Northern Ireland.

Events like Clash of the Companies are vital in raising funds to support this work, making it one of the most impactful charity events in Northern Ireland.

How to Get Involved

This is a paid corporate team building event in Belfast, designed for businesses who want to engage their teams while supporting a great cause.

Key details:

• Teams of 6–10 people
• Multiple teams allowed per company
• Minimum fundraising target of £1,500 per team
• £350 team deposit required (full details provided on sign-up)

All net proceeds go directly to NI Hospice.

Looking for a Team Day Out in Belfast?

If you’re planning a team building day in Belfast, this is your chance to do something different — and make an impact at the same time.

We’re looking forward to seeing businesses across Belfast come together, get competitive, and support an incredible cause.

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Mother’s Day is coming and suddenly everyone in Belfast is Googling:

“Mother’s Day ideas Belfast”

“Things to do with Mum in Belfast”

“Mother’s Day activities Belfast”

And the options are usually the same.

Flowers.

Brunch.

Maybe a wee walk somewhere nice.

Don’t get us wrong — there’s nothing wrong with a bunch of flowers or a nice afternoon tea somewhere in Belfast.

But let’s be honest…

Your mum probably has enough candles to open her own Yankee Candle shop.

What she might actually want this year is something different.

Something fun.

Something where the whole family gets stuck in and has a proper laugh.

If you’re looking for unique things to do in Belfast this Mother’s Day, there are plenty of ways to spend the day together — and a few you might not have thought of.

Located just 10 minutes from Belfast city centre, Prison Island Belfast offers something a bit different for families looking for fun activities together.

Does Your Mum Love a Quiz?

You know the mums that shout answers at the TV during The Chase.

They somehow know:

• The capital of Kazakhstan
• Every lyric from a Take That song
• The name of that actor “with the face” in that movie “from the 90s”

If that sounds familiar, she’ll love Quiz Boxing Belfast.

This isn’t just a quiz night.

It’s a full game show experience, where players stand behind podiums, pick categories and answer questions under pressure.

Think The Weakest Link meets a night out in Belfast.

Pop culture.

Movies.

Music.

Themed quizzes like Harry Potter, Taylor Swift, Back to the 80s and even a cheeky naughty round.

So if your mum has ever said:

“I could win that on The Chase.”

Now she can prove it.

Is Your Mum Stressed?

Let’s face it — mums do a lot.

And sometimes the most therapeutic thing in the world is throwing something very hard at a wooden target.

Which is where Axe Throwing Belfast comes in.

Yes — real axes.

But also interactive games, scoreboards and competitions so you can see who the real champion is.

And there’s something strangely satisfying about hearing that THUD when the axe sticks.

Cathartic?

Absolutely.

Competitive?

Even better.

Is Your Mum Competitive?

Every family has one.

The mum who says she’s “just playing for fun”…

right before absolutely demolishing everyone at Monopoly.

If that sounds familiar, she’ll love Prison Island Belfast.

Inside you’ll find 31 different challenge rooms where teams race against the clock to score points.

Some challenges test:

• Skill
• Balance
• Strength
• Logic
• Teamwork

It’s a bit like The Crystal Maze, but right here in Belfast.

And yes… someone will absolutely accuse someone else of cheating before the end

Is Your Mum the Smart One?

You know the one.

The person who finishes the crossword before anyone else even finds a pen.

If puzzles are her thing, she’ll love ThinkBox Belfast.

Inside are 12 puzzle boxes containing over 80 locks, each one hiding clues that lead to the next challenge.

It’s all about logic, teamwork and problem solving before the clock runs out.

And someone in the group will definitely say:

“I knew that!”

Right after someone else solves it.

Or Maybe Dad’s In Charge of Mother’s Day This Year

Let’s be honest.

A lot of Mother’s Day plans start with someone quietly asking:

“Right… what do we do for your mum this year?”

Sometimes the answer is flowers.

Sometimes it’s brunch somewhere in Belfast.

But more and more people are looking for something a bit more fun to do together.

Something where mum isn’t just sitting politely at a table while everyone else scrolls their phones.

Maybe it’s a quiz showdown to see who really knows the most random facts.

Maybe it’s taking on 31 challenge rooms together.

Or maybe it’s discovering that mum is strangely good at throwing axes.

Whether it’s a partner organising a surprise or the whole family planning a day out, the best Mother’s Day plans usually involve one thing:

A bit of craic together.

Or Maybe the Best Gift Is Just Doing Something Together

Mother’s Day in Belfast doesn’t have to mean another predictable gift.

Sometimes the best present is simply spending time together and having a laugh.

Trying something new.

Laughing when someone gets a question wrong.

Or discovering your mum is far more competitive than anyone expected.

If you’re searching for fun things to do in Belfast this Mother’s Day, there’s nothing wrong with flowers…

…but a bit of competitive craic might be even better.

Mother’s Day Belfast FAQs

What are fun things to do in Belfast for Mother’s Day?

Popular Mother’s Day activities in Belfast include brunch, afternoon tea, coastal walks and unique experiences like quiz games, axe throwing, puzzle challenges and team competitions.

Is Prison Island Belfast suitable for families?

Yes. Prison Island Belfast features 31 challenge rooms designed for teamwork, making it a fun activity for families, friends and groups visiting Belfast.

What activities can you do in Belfast for Mother’s Day?

Many families enjoy quiz experiences, puzzle challenges, axe throwing and other interactive team activities around Belfast.

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Prison Island World Cup 2025: Norway, 48 Cells, and a Weekend That Hit Different

The Prison Island World Cup 2025 took us to one of the largest competitive team-challenge prisons in the world — an unreal 48-cell Prison Island site, carved deep into the basement of Fangene på Fortet Oslo Norway and operated by one of the most welcoming and passionate teams we’ve came across.

From the moment we stepped inside, it felt electric — as it always does.

This was our third Prison Island World Cup, and somehow the energy still levelled up.

This wasn’t just another competitive games event — it was a global team-challenge reunion. Families travelled together. Supporters packed the sidelines. Every second carried weight. Every decision mattered.

This is what world-class competitive entertainment looks like.

Same Finalists. Different Level.

By year three, patterns stop being coincidence and start becoming legacy.

What made this year truly unreal?

The exact same two elite teams returned to the final — after battling it out in both the 2024 and 2025 Prison Island World Cup finals.

Two years in a row.

Two elite teams.

One global competitive stage.

Somewhere between those finals, rivalry turned into mutual respect — and respect turned into family.

This wasn’t just a team puzzle competition anymore — it was a global competitive community.

Data, Strategy & Straight-Up Wizardry

This year, preparation became sharper. Faster. Ruthless.

One of the most fascinating angles of the weekend came from live competitive performance data.

A supporter (and partner of one of the competitors) brought full analytical breakdowns, including:

• Points per second
• Points per minute
• Room-by-room scoring spread

Watching team strategy evolve in real time through live data analysis took this competitive escape-room format to another level.

And then came the live arena tracking map.

Projected across the main screen, it tracked every team moving through the 48-cell arena — routes crossing, tactics shifting, scores swinging in real time. It felt like live strategy gaming brought to life inside a real-world challenge prison

Risk vs reward.

Speed vs accuracy.

Safe routes vs bold moves.

This was elite-level competitive gameplay.

A French Podium & a Global Crowd

When the final scores landed, one thing was undeniable:

France dominated the World Cup podium.

And when the entire top tier turned French, there was only one fitting response…

The French National Anthem filled the room.

Loud. Proud. Applauded by teams from every nation.

Teams had travelled from across Europe and as far as the United Arab Emirates.

This wasn’t just international competition anymore.

This was a truly global Prison Island event.

Belfast in the Top 10 — And We’re Beyond Proud

Local pride still hits hardest.
Among the world’s best competitive teams were two teams from Belfast.
Both finished inside the global Top 10!

EXTRA DMG 10TH & CHAEWONS ANGELS 7TH

All with:
Brand-new Prison Island challenge rooms
Never-before-seen difficulty levels
Newly introduced in-room question mechanics
And they still delivered under pressure.

That performance isn’t luck —
That’s high-level team training, teamwork, and competitive spirit.
We couldn’t be prouder.

48 Cells. 120 Minutes. No Mercy.

Three years of World Cup evolution demanded a bigger test.

With a massive 48-cell prison, the standard 90 mins session wouldn’t cut it.

So for the Prison Island World Cup 2025, the challenge window expanded to:

120 minutes of continuous play.

Just relentless decision-making, physical endurance, puzzle-solving under pressure.

And Then… The After Party

Once the leaderboard locked…

Once the podium was filled…

Once the photos were captured…

The after party brought everyone together:

• Winners
• Finalists
• First-time competitors
• International supporters
• Hosts
• Technical crews

One room.

Multiple nations.

One shared obsession – Prison Island

And honestly — this is what the Prison Island World Cup is really about.

Until Next Year…

Three World Cups down.

And this global competition is only getting stronger.

To every team who competed, travelled, analysed, hosted, supported, and celebrated — thank you. This community grows with every single year.

And next year?

We come back faster.

We come back sharper.

We come back smarter.

Next year, our team stands on that World Cup podium!

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Stress-Free Planning For Any Stag Do

Will the best man in charge of the stag do budget please stand up? We know that juggling prices about and getting everyone sorted to pay can be a headache when loads of activities have different prices. At Prison Island, we keep it simple so you can focus on the craic, not the chaos.

Why we’re one of Belfast’s Top-Rated Stag Do Activities

4 Activities – 1 Roof. Prison Island is all about giving groups the best time possible. We find that stag dos have more craic when they double up on activities, opting for something that matches their group vibe, which is why we offer the following for a one-of-a-kind experience:

1. Prison Island – The OG

2. Axe Yard – Real Axes. Really Good Craic

3. Quiz Boxing – Delivering a Knowledgeable KO

4. ThinkBox: The Ultimate Mind-Bending Challenge

Best suited for stag dos that love a Wordle, know what the symbols on Only Connect are, and know they’d boss an escape room in record time, ThinkBox has 12 distinct boxes, each housing a labyrinth of 80 locks. It’s a unique puzzle challenge where teams race against time to collect tokens and earn points. Learn more about booking in for ThinkBox here.

You can bundle all the activities you want together. When you book your first, you’ll be given the option to have additional stag do activities as part of a bigger session, like this:

If you need help making a booking, just get in touch.

Top Reasons to Book a Stag Do Activity with Prison Island

We think we offer an experience that can’t be matched anywhere else in Belfast, that works amazingly for stag parties because:

• Instant bonding – When the stag group is a mix of work mates, childhood friends, cousins and the “I’ve-no-idea-who-he-is” lad, our challenges break the ice fast. Within minutes everyone’s laughing, shouting, and actually getting to know each other.
• Something for everyone – Stag dos are always a mixed bag. That’s why our activities vary and allow for all types of Stag go-ers to enjoy. No matter the vibe or fitness level, everyone finds something they’re deadly at.
  You get to enjoy it too – The worst thing is the best man running around stressed, trying to keep the day on track. Once you walk through the door, we take over. You relax, we handle the flow, and you get to actually enjoy the stag — not manage it.

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Stag Party Discounts

How To Book A Stag Do for Prison Island

The big book now at the top is the place to start. Just scroll down, and you’ll see the different Stag options we have. If the slot time does not allow for the number of inmates needed, choose a different time slot.

Everything else you need to know about having a stag do at Prison Island 

What stag do packages are available at Prison Island?
We have five stag packages available. One across each activity, as well as two different lengths of time to play in the prison.

Can I customise the Prison Island stag do package?
If you need to make any adjustments or want a special add-on, just give us a quick call and we’ll be happy to help.

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From 27th to 31st October, our entire venue transforms into a Halloween playground of challenges, glow-in-the-dark games, and creepy surprises — perfect for families, mates, and thrill-seekers who want the buzz without getting the life scared outta them.

Four activities. One roof. Endless Halloween mayhem.

PRISON ISLAND – SCORE 666+ 

Step inside 31 challenge rooms and test your skill, logic, and teamwork. Score 666 points or more to earn a spin on our Trick-or-Treat Wheel, packed with mystery prizes and spooky surprises.

ALL EYES ON YOU – FAMILY EYEBALL HUNT

For the little monsters in your crew, our Halloween Eyeball Hunt is back!

Kids will get a themed map to explore the prison and search for hidden eyeballs across the 31 rooms. But beware — not every room has one! Cross off each room you find an eyeball in to win a Halloween treat at the end.

• Perfect for kids who love adventure but aren’t quite ready for the scary stuff.

 QUIZ BOXING – HALLOWEEN EDITION

Step into the spotlight for Battle of the Brains: Halloween Edition.

Add our Halloween question pack to your trivia session and face off against your friends in a live, TV-style quiz arena with flashing lights, dramatic music, and pure competitive energy.

Brains beat fear every time — and you’ll walk away buzzing, not screaming.

 AXE YARD – GLOW-IN-THE-DARK AXE THROWING

Swap your horror movie marathon for a bit of glow-in-the-dark axe throwing.

Our neon skulls, ghosts, and UV lighting set the stage for the ultimate Halloween showdown. Plus, we’re hosting a Fancy Dress Competition all weekend — win a £100 voucher if your outfit turns heads while your axe hits bullseyes.

 THINKBOX – ROLL IF YOU DARE

Thinkbox with a twist: Players roll a spooky set of dice to decide how many puzzle boxes must be completed in one hour. Beat the clock, crack the codes, and prove your team’s got the brains to win – you may even scoop up a prize.

 FOUR WAYS TO PLAY. ONE EPIC HALLOWEEN MID-TERM WEEK

Whether you’re hunting eyeballs with the kids, showing off your costume in Axe Yard, outsmarting your mates in Quiz Boxing, tempting fate with a roll of the dice in ThinkBox — this is Halloween fun, Belfast-style.

No ghosts. No horror mazes. Just glow, games, and glorious chaos.

Prison Island Belfast – Boucher Road

27th–31st October

Perfect for families, friends, work nights out, and team building

Book your Halloween adventure now at www.prisonislandbelfast.com — and see if you can survive the chaos.

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What’s Quiz Boxing?

It’s an Immersive Game Show Experience — flashing lights, buzzers, music, and your mates are the competition! It’s like stepping onto a real TV set… only way louder and way funnier. Get ready to go head-to-head in rounds of trivia, challenges, and total chaos.

Pick Your Party Theme

Every birthday star gets to choose the quiz theme:

• Harry Potter– Know your spells from your squibs? Step into the Hogwarts showdown.
• Taylor Swift– Our-Swift your mates and prove you’re the biggest fan in Belfast.
• Mix & Match– Music? Movies? General knowledge? You choose the categories and we’ll bring the fun.

Why it’s Perfect for 9–15 Year Olds

This is fast, noisy, tactical, competitive, and hilarious. Whether you’re a trivia whizz or just love hitting the buzzer first, everyone gets their moment to shine. With 12 Jokers per game you’ll have a chance to steal and block points keeping this Quiz competitive right to the final question!

Can Parents Join In?

Yes, of course! Parents can step up to the podium and battle it out against the kids. Or — if you don’t want to cramp their style — you can jump into our Back to the 80s Quiz, Taylor Swift, or another theme in the Quiz Show Arena next door. That way you won’t steal their spotlight, but will still get to experience what it’s like to be in the limelight!

Birthday Parties in Belfast, Levelled Up

So if you’re hunting for something totally different in Belfast — not bowling, not the cinema, not mini golf— this is it. A full-on game show experience, made for birthdays, with themes they’ll love!

What’s included (based off min 6 players):

1 Hour in the T.V style immersive game show arena followed by 45 minutes in our Party Room

• Add pizza option In house Pizza & Dominos options available (Free dilute juice with our Add-ons)

And of course, we still have our top rated Prison Island birthday party package for ages 9–15— where teams race through 31 challenge rooms, taking on puzzles, skill games and physical trials. Whether it’s Quiz Boxing or Prison Island, your birthday is about to be unforgettable.

Book Your Spot

We’re already filling up fast, so if you’ve got a birthday coming up, don’t wait. Quiz Boxing is ready to give you the best birthday party Belfast has ever seen.

Grab your date now!

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Quiz Boxing is an immersive, full-on, high-energy, TV-style quiz game where you are the star. Lights, buzzers, music, scoreboard — the lot. Step up to your podium, face the questions, and battle it out with your mates in a head-to-head war of brains.

This isn’t a normal quiz. This is a purpose-built quiz arena where you feel like you’ve walked straight onto a primetime set — only the crowd is your mates, and the pressure’s real.

It’s Not About Throwing Punches — It’s About Throwing Points

In Quiz Boxing, your brain is your best weapon.

• Uppercut your opponents with your buzzer to steal their points.
• Jab the contestant in the head with your buzzer – take their points!
• Hook your rivals by stealing points off a question they didn’t see coming.
• Punch your way to the top of the leader board — no boxing gloves required.

The only thing you’ll be hitting is the buzzer.

Fast rounds. Pure craic

Big energy. Music, lights, action.

Banter encouraged. Sore losers welcome.

No auditions, no awkward TV small talk — just the thrill of taking centre stage, the rush of beating your rivals, and the bragging rights to keep you smug for weeks.

With an option to create your own Personalised Quiz Questions this Game Show Experience is perfect for Corporate Team Building events, Birthday Celebrations, Stag Parties, Hen Parties and Groups of Friends.

10 mins from Belfast city centre.

Book today. Slots go quick — and once they’re gone, they’re gone.

Quiz Boxing — Stop shouting at the TV. Start playing like you mean it.

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Try-outs are officially LIVE at Prison Island Belfast, just 10 minutes from the city centre.

Think you and your mates have what it takes to represent Team Belfast on the global stage?

What to Expect:

Teams of 3

Ages 16+

1.5-hour try-out session in Belfast’s most fun prison

Receive a 50% off card valid for up to 10 more try-outs before 20.09.25

This is more than a game—it’s your shot at international glory.

The top 2 teams in Belfast will advance to the World Final in Oslo, Norway (all expenses paid, €400pp).

Important Dates:

Country Final (Belfast) – 19.10.25

World Final (Oslo) – 29.11.25

First Try-Out Perks:

3 free lanyards to rep your squad

Use code WESMASHEDIT10 for 10% off your first try-out

Get a 50% off code for 10 more sessions

World Cup T-shirt for just £10 — exclusive and only available to try-out players

Whether you’re into indoor team challenges, competitive group activities in Belfast, or just think you could WIN— this is your moment.

Get training.

Get tactical.

Get booked now at prisonislandbelfast.com

Located just 10 minutes from Belfast City Centre.

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