Laser tag isn’t just for kids. In fact, there are plenty of incredible laser tag venues in and around Nottinghamshire, with student-friendly prices. If anything, a spirited game with fake weapons and friendly competition could make for a great break from deadlines, or make for a fun date. So, to help you find the perfect place for a game of laser tag near you, we’ve rounded up some of the best locations in Nottingham.

1. Tenpin’s Sector 7 Laser Tag

Address: Clifton Blvd, Redfield Way, Nottingham NG7 2UW

Tenpin’s Laser Tag is one of the better options for uni students location-wise. It’s roughly a six-minute drive away from the University of Nottingham’s University Park campus, next to the Showcase Cinema.

The fully interactive laser area offers two packages if booked online. Their weekday option is £30 for a team of six where players face other groups for a half-hour game. Alternatively, their weekend package can be up to £200, which works out cheap as groups as big as 30 can hire the entire arena for themselves – great for birthdays.

In the centre, prices are £5 per person for one game and £8 for two. The venue also hosts other fun activities like bowling, soft play, escape rooms and karaoke, if you still have some energy left over.

2. Laser Tag Nottingham

Address: 22 Cranbrook St, Nottingham NG1 1ER

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Next up is Laser Tag Nottingham, a great indoor laser tag arena in the heart of Nottingham’s city centre. The venue has the largest multi-level laser tag arena in the city, with strobe lights, music and swirling smoke to make the atmosphere as enjoyable as it can be.

They’re open to groups and individuals from age 8 to adults, again great for parties and socials. Each game lasts 20 minutes, with both team and solo games available (every player receives their own score sheet as well).

Their standard price is £6 per player, but they also have an amazing range of offers. For example, the best ones for students are their £5 tickets if you can show a college or university ID, and their two games for the price of one deal on Tuesdays.

We definitely recommend checking them out if you’re interested in their themed advanced games, like ‘Zombie Infection’, played on Wednesday and Sunday evenings from 7pm to 8pm.

3. Quasar Nottingham

Address: 22 Cranbrook Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire,NG1 1GE, England

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Also conveniently located in the city centre, in the heart of the Hockley area, is Quasar. They are welcome to all players over the age of 7, but don’t worry – groups are matched by age. with a student rate of two games for £6 (or just one for £5), it’s a complete bargain!

The arena houses three vast floors with an immersive militarised layout and high-tech interactive sound and light effects. Their bruise-less contact and no running rules make for a gentler setting, especially perfect for those who have never played before.

From Monday to Friday, Quasar is open from 12pm to 8pm. On Saturdays, however, they’re open from 10am to 8pm and 11am to 7pm on Sundays.

4. Laser Days

Address: Lime Ln, Arnold, Nottingham NG5 8PW

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Laser Days offers a great outdoor adventure game involving tactical laser combat. You’ll find a similar setup to paintballing, with the camouflaged costumes and cool forest-like setting. Their website describes their advanced compact rifles, specifically designed to have an effective range of over 550 metres; they cleverly keep track of your ammunition and how many lives you have left.

The venue hosts different themed games like Capture The Flag, Call of Duty, Star Wars, and more. Players in their two-hour sessions are encouraged to work as a team and think strategically.

Their staff happily cater for birthday parties, stag or hen do’s and more. They have pre-bookable packages which include a case of Sol or Corona for players aged over 18 to enjoy during breaks!

5. Laser Labyrinth

Address: Kilton Road, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, S8- 2EE 

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Laser Labyrinth describes their immersive experience to feel as though you’re actually inside a console game! Their high-end gaming equipment means they have one of the best laser tag systems around, suitable for both younger and older groups.

The venue is open until 5pm every day of the week, as well as their Twilight Zone from 7pm to 9pm on Friday nights. Non-members will be spending £10 per person. This is a great deal as it includes a wide range of refreshments like slushes, soft drinks and snacks free for players.

Make sure to keep an eye out online as they also display events outside of these times on their Facebook page.

6. The Adrenalin Jungle

Address: Deerdale Ln, Newark NG22 8SY

This huge activity centre offers outdoor laser tag games in addition to many other activities – paintball, archery, knife throwing, and more. Visitors can create a personal package to include these other games as well, if they want.

On the pricier side, prices are £20 per person but you’re sure to get your money’s worth. With a minimum of 10 guests needed to run each game, you can either bring nine friends or join with another group. All necessary equipment is provided for their two-hour games, held in large purpose-built arenas in the middle of Sherwood Forest. Visitors can easily book online with their ‘reserve now, pay later’ system, so make sure to check The Adrenalin Jungle out soon!

Be sure to keep laser tag in mind for any freshers week events, socials or birthdays you have coming up, as it’s an affordable and fun team activity. If you’re looking for any similar things to do, especially those that don’t necessarily involve alcohol, take a look at The craziest adult soft play in the UK.