T’was a death before Christmas
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- Virtual Video Inspector
- Instant download option available
- Can be played in person & Virtually
Interactive Christmas Themed Murder Mystery Party Kit:
T’was a death before Christmas, our Christmas Themed Murder Mystery Dinner Party Game Kit for 6 to 20 Players, is available as a downloadable print-at-home kit, and has been carefully crafted to involve both yourself as host and all of your guests.
T’was a death before Christmas Storyline:
Every year in the small country village of Mid-Trimming the residents come together to sing carols through the village streets. At the end of their night of wassailing, tradition dictates that they all gather somewhere for a final Christmas party before the big day itself.
This year the carol singers descended on Mid-Trimming Manor, owned by the wealthy miser, Bob Scratchitt. Everyone was surprised when he agreed to play host, but they were even more amazed when he was discovered dead in his own lounge!
So much for being a season of goodwill and glad tidings; this Christmas it looks as though someone had some very ill will indeed! The question is: who?
Play our Christmas themed murder mystery T’was a death before Christmas to find out!
Video Inspector Included in all Murder Mystery Kits
Meet your detective
Each round your detective revels clues and helps you solve the case.
Video detective is included in all our games as an option the detective can also be played by a guest the host or as an audio recording.
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Pre-Printed box set
Whats in the box
- Character Booklets
- Invitations & Envelopes
- Full instructions with hosting guide
- Theme and recipe suggestions
- Inspector script also available as MP3 and video
Introducing the suspects
6 Player
8 Player
10 Player
12 Player
14 Player
16 Player
18 Player
20 Player
6 Player
Robin Redbreast – Retired teacher. (Gender Neutral)
Bookish, with half-moon specs and dark clothing, Robin Redbreast has a stern countenance and perfect pitch.
Jack Frost – Butcher. (Male)
Straight from work and still in his blue striped apron or white coat, Jack is burly, cheery and friendly and throws himself into any party.
Holly Reath – Postmistress. (Female)
Decked out in festive colours and a Santa hat, Holly is not as prickly a character as you might expect, though she does love to poke her nose in where she isn’t wanted.
Declan Halls – Baker. (Male)
A friend to all, Declan finished work early this afternoon and has come in his winter woollies, prepared to eat, drink and be merry.
Gaye Buntin – Newspaper shop owner. (Female)
Fond of bling and bright colours, Gaye just loves Christmas and really gets into the festive spirit with flashing earrings and reindeer antler headgear.
Chris Tingle – Grocer. (Gender Neutral)
Always armed with seasonal fruit as gifts, Chris Tingle is fond of Arran sweaters.
8 Player
Robin Redbreast – Retired teacher. (Gender Neutral)
Bookish, with half-moon specs and dark clothing, Robin Redbreast has a stern countenance and perfect pitch.
Jack Frost – Butcher. (Male)
Straight from work and still in his blue striped apron or white coat, Jack is burly, cheery and friendly and throws himself into any party.
Holly Reath – Postmistress. (Female)
Decked out in festive colours and a Santa hat, Holly is not as prickly a character as you might expect, though she does love to poke her nose in where she isn’t wanted.
Declan Halls – Baker. (Male)
A friend to all, Declan finished work early this afternoon and has come in his winter woollies, prepared to eat, drink and be merry.
Gaye Buntin – Newspaper shop owner. (Female)
Fond of bling and bright colours, Gaye just loves Christmas and really gets into the festive spirit with flashing earrings and reindeer antler headgear.
Chris Tingle – Grocer. (Gender Neutral)
Always armed with seasonal fruit as gifts, Chris Tingle is fond of Arran sweaters.
Silvia Bells – Chair of the local Amateur Dramatics Society. Female)
Larger than life and twice as glittery, Silvia is a thwarted actress with class, darlings.
Noel Nowell – Scout leader. (Male)
Dressed in khaki, with a neckerchief and woggle, Noel takes his scout leadership very, very seriously and is never off duty.
10 Player
Robin Redbreast – Retired teacher. (Gender Neutral)
Bookish, with half-moon specs and dark clothing, Robin Redbreast has a stern countenance and perfect pitch.
Jack Frost – Butcher. (Male)
Straight from work and still in his blue striped apron or white coat, Jack is burly, cheery and friendly and throws himself into any party.
Holly Reath – Postmistress. (Female)
Decked out in festive colours and a Santa hat, Holly is not as prickly a character as you might expect, though she does love to poke her nose in where she isn’t wanted.
Declan Halls – Baker. (Male)
A friend to all, Declan finished work early this afternoon and has come in his winter woollies, prepared to eat, drink and be merry.
Gaye Buntin – Newspaper shop owner. (Female)
Fond of bling and bright colours, Gaye just loves Christmas and really gets into the festive spirit with flashing earrings and reindeer antler headgear.
Chris Tingle – Grocer. (Gender Neutral)
Always armed with seasonal fruit as gifts, Chris Tingle is fond of Arran sweaters.
Silvia Bells – Chair of the local Amateur Dramatics Society. Female)
Larger than life and twice as glittery, Silvia is a thwarted actress with class, darlings.
Noel Nowell – Scout leader. (Male)
Dressed in khaki, with a neckerchief and woggle, Noel takes his scout leadership very, very seriously and is never off duty.
Missie Le’Toe – Clothing retailer. (Female)
Specialising in fashion from Europe, Missie Le’Toe has a cultivated French accent and is always dressed flamboyantly.
Scott Spine – Policeman. (Male)
Just off duty, Scott is still wearing dark blue trousers and a white shirt. After a day roaming the village, he is more than ready for a drink and is already quite merry!
12 Player
Robin Redbreast – Retired teacher. (Gender Neutral)
Bookish, with half-moon specs and dark clothing, Robin Redbreast has a stern countenance and perfect pitch.
Jack Frost – Butcher. (Male)
Straight from work and still in his blue striped apron or white coat, Jack is burly, cheery and friendly and throws himself into any party.
Holly Reath – Postmistress. (Female)
Decked out in festive colours and a Santa hat, Holly is not as prickly a character as you might expect, though she does love to poke her nose in where she isn’t wanted.
Declan Halls – Baker. (Male)
A friend to all, Declan finished work early this afternoon and has come in his winter woollies, prepared to eat, drink and be merry.
Gaye Buntin – Newspaper shop owner. (Female)
Fond of bling and bright colours, Gaye just loves Christmas and really gets into the festive spirit with flashing earrings and reindeer antler headgear.
Chris Tingle – Grocer. (Gender Neutral)
Always armed with seasonal fruit as gifts, Chris Tingle is fond of Arran sweaters.
Silvia Bells – Chair of the local Amateur Dramatics Society. Female)
Larger than life and twice as glittery, Silvia is a thwarted actress with class, darlings.
Noel Nowell – Scout leader. (Male)
Dressed in khaki, with a neckerchief and woggle, Noel takes his scout leadership very, very seriously and is never off duty.
Missie Le’Toe – Clothing retailer. (Female)
Specialising in fashion from Europe, Missie Le’Toe has a cultivated French accent and is always dressed flamboyantly.
Scott Spine – Policeman. (Male)
Just off duty, Scott is still wearing dark blue trousers and a white shirt. After a day roaming the village, he is more than ready for a drink and is already quite merry!
Angela Onnatree – Riding school owner. (Female)
Never seen out of her beige jodhpurs, Angela has a distinctly upper-class accent, but is actually really down-to-earth.
Ivor Cracker – Landlord of the local pub. (Male)
In shirtsleeves and dark trousers with a tea-towel still hanging out of his back pocket, Ivor has just finished a shift at his local to join the wassailing.
14 Player
Robin Redbreast – Retired teacher. (Gender Neutral)
Bookish, with half-moon specs and dark clothing, Robin Redbreast has a stern countenance and perfect pitch.
Jack Frost – Butcher. (Male)
Straight from work and still in his blue striped apron or white coat, Jack is burly, cheery and friendly and throws himself into any party.
Holly Reath – Postmistress. (Female)
Decked out in festive colours and a Santa hat, Holly is not as prickly a character as you might expect, though she does love to poke her nose in where she isn’t wanted.
Declan Halls – Baker. (Male)
A friend to all, Declan finished work early this afternoon and has come in his winter woollies, prepared to eat, drink and be merry.
Gaye Buntin – Newspaper shop owner. (Female)
Fond of bling and bright colours, Gaye just loves Christmas and really gets into the festive spirit with flashing earrings and reindeer antler headgear.
Chris Tingle – Grocer. (Gender Neutral)
Always armed with seasonal fruit as gifts, Chris Tingle is fond of Arran sweaters.
Silvia Bells – Chair of the local Amateur Dramatics Society. Female)
Larger than life and twice as glittery, Silvia is a thwarted actress with class, darlings.
Noel Nowell – Scout leader. (Male)
Dressed in khaki, with a neckerchief and woggle, Noel takes his scout leadership very, very seriously and is never off duty.
Missie Le’Toe – Clothing retailer. (Female)
Specialising in fashion from Europe, Missie Le’Toe has a cultivated French accent and is always dressed flamboyantly.
Scott Spine – Policeman. (Male)
Just off duty, Scott is still wearing dark blue trousers and a white shirt. After a day roaming the village, he is more than ready for a drink and is already quite merry!
Angela Onnatree – Riding school owner. (Female)
Never seen out of her beige jodhpurs, Angela has a distinctly upper-class accent, but is actually really down-to-earth.
Ivor Cracker – Landlord of the local pub. (Male)
In shirtsleeves and dark trousers with a tea-towel still hanging out of his back pocket, Ivor has just finished a shift at his local to join the wassailing.
Candy Cane – Local actress. (Female)
After appearing as an extra in a few TV soaps, Candy has grasped her actress title with both hands and nearly always overdresses for any occasion.
Felix Navidad – Church bellringer. (Male)
Complete with festive jumper and warm greetings for all, Felix often brings sleighbells with him to liven up the singing.
16 Player
Robin Redbreast – Retired teacher. (Gender Neutral)
Bookish, with half-moon specs and dark clothing, Robin Redbreast has a stern countenance and perfect pitch.
Jack Frost – Butcher. (Male)
Straight from work and still in his blue striped apron or white coat, Jack is burly, cheery and friendly and throws himself into any party.
Holly Reath – Postmistress. (Female)
Decked out in festive colours and a Santa hat, Holly is not as prickly a character as you might expect, though she does love to poke her nose in where she isn’t wanted.
Declan Halls – Baker. (Male)
A friend to all, Declan finished work early this afternoon and has come in his winter woollies, prepared to eat, drink and be merry.
Gaye Buntin – Newspaper shop owner. (Female)
Fond of bling and bright colours, Gaye just loves Christmas and really gets into the festive spirit with flashing earrings and reindeer antler headgear.
Chris Tingle – Grocer. (Gender Neutral)
Always armed with seasonal fruit as gifts, Chris Tingle is fond of Arran sweaters.
Silvia Bells – Chair of the local Amateur Dramatics Society. Female)
Larger than life and twice as glittery, Silvia is a thwarted actress with class, darlings.
Noel Nowell – Scout leader. (Male)
Dressed in khaki, with a neckerchief and woggle, Noel takes his scout leadership very, very seriously and is never off duty.
Missie Le’Toe – Clothing retailer. (Female)
Specialising in fashion from Europe, Missie Le’Toe has a cultivated French accent and is always dressed flamboyantly.
Scott Spine – Policeman. (Male)
Just off duty, Scott is still wearing dark blue trousers and a white shirt. After a day roaming the village, he is more than ready for a drink and is already quite merry!
Angela Onnatree – Riding school owner. (Female)
Never seen out of her beige jodhpurs, Angela has a distinctly upper-class accent, but is actually really down-to-earth.
Ivor Cracker – Landlord of the local pub. (Male)
In shirtsleeves and dark trousers with a tea-towel still hanging out of his back pocket, Ivor has just finished a shift at his local to join the wassailing.
Candy Cane – Local actress. (Female)
After appearing as an extra in a few TV soaps, Candy has grasped her actress title with both hands and nearly always overdresses for any occasion.
Felix Navidad – Church bellringer. (Male)
Complete with festive jumper and warm greetings for all, Felix often brings sleighbells with him to liven up the singing.
Faye Reelites – Landscape gardener. (Female)
Rarely out of wellies and work clothes, Faye has gathered all she might need to celebrate Christmas in her special winter tool belt, including scissors, tape and alcoholic miniatures.
Reg Oyce – Gift shop owner. (Male)
Short of a festive jumper, Reg has turned to his haberdashery at the gift shop to add bling to his ordinary clothes, trimming them with stick-on bows and baubles.
18 Player
Robin Redbreast – Retired teacher. (Gender Neutral)
Bookish, with half-moon specs and dark clothing, Robin Redbreast has a stern countenance and perfect pitch.
Jack Frost – Butcher. (Male)
Straight from work and still in his blue striped apron or white coat, Jack is burly, cheery and friendly and throws himself into any party.
Holly Reath – Postmistress. (Female)
Decked out in festive colours and a Santa hat, Holly is not as prickly a character as you might expect, though she does love to poke her nose in where she isn’t wanted.
Declan Halls – Baker. (Male)
A friend to all, Declan finished work early this afternoon and has come in his winter woollies, prepared to eat, drink and be merry.
Gaye Buntin – Newspaper shop owner. (Female)
Fond of bling and bright colours, Gaye just loves Christmas and really gets into the festive spirit with flashing earrings and reindeer antler headgear.
Chris Tingle – Grocer. (Gender Neutral)
Always armed with seasonal fruit as gifts, Chris Tingle is fond of Arran sweaters.
Silvia Bells – Chair of the local Amateur Dramatics Society. Female)
Larger than life and twice as glittery, Silvia is a thwarted actress with class, darlings.
Noel Nowell – Scout leader. (Male)
Dressed in khaki, with a neckerchief and woggle, Noel takes his scout leadership very, very seriously and is never off duty.
Missie Le’Toe – Clothing retailer. (Female)
Specialising in fashion from Europe, Missie Le’Toe has a cultivated French accent and is always dressed flamboyantly.
Scott Spine – Policeman. (Male)
Just off duty, Scott is still wearing dark blue trousers and a white shirt. After a day roaming the village, he is more than ready for a drink and is already quite merry!
Angela Onnatree – Riding school owner. (Female)
Never seen out of her beige jodhpurs, Angela has a distinctly upper-class accent, but is actually really down-to-earth.
Ivor Cracker – Landlord of the local pub. (Male)
In shirtsleeves and dark trousers with a tea-towel still hanging out of his back pocket, Ivor has just finished a shift at his local to join the wassailing.
Candy Cane – Local actress. (Female)
After appearing as an extra in a few TV soaps, Candy has grasped her actress title with both hands and nearly always overdresses for any occasion.
Felix Navidad – Church bellringer. (Male)
Complete with festive jumper and warm greetings for all, Felix often brings sleighbells with him to liven up the singing.
Faye Reelites – Landscape gardener. (Female)
Rarely out of wellies and work clothes, Faye has gathered all she might need to celebrate Christmas in her special winter tool belt, including scissors, tape and alcoholic miniatures.
Reg Oyce – Gift shop owner. (Male)
Short of a festive jumper, Reg has turned to his haberdashery at the gift shop to add bling to his ordinary clothes, trimming them with stick-on bows and baubles.
Carole Singer – Choir leader.(Female)
In her winter woollies and carrying a lantern to enable the reading of the sheet music, Carole is ready to lead anyone in another song.
Wayne Amanger – Farmer. (Male)
Dressed as a shepherd because he had the wrong day for the nativity pageant, Wayne is full of fun and festive cheer.
20 Player
Robin Redbreast – Retired teacher. (Gender Neutral)
Bookish, with half-moon specs and dark clothing, Robin Redbreast has a stern countenance and perfect pitch.
Jack Frost – Butcher. (Male)
Straight from work and still in his blue striped apron or white coat, Jack is burly, cheery and friendly and throws himself into any party.
Holly Reath – Postmistress. (Female)
Decked out in festive colours and a Santa hat, Holly is not as prickly a character as you might expect, though she does love to poke her nose in where she isn’t wanted.
Declan Halls – Baker. (Male)
A friend to all, Declan finished work early this afternoon and has come in his winter woollies, prepared to eat, drink and be merry.
Gaye Buntin – Newspaper shop owner. (Female)
Fond of bling and bright colours, Gaye just loves Christmas and really gets into the festive spirit with flashing earrings and reindeer antler headgear.
Chris Tingle – Grocer. (Gender Neutral)
Always armed with seasonal fruit as gifts, Chris Tingle is fond of Arran sweaters.
Silvia Bells – Chair of the local Amateur Dramatics Society. Female)
Larger than life and twice as glittery, Silvia is a thwarted actress with class, darlings.
Noel Nowell – Scout leader. (Male)
Dressed in khaki, with a neckerchief and woggle, Noel takes his scout leadership very, very seriously and is never off duty.
Missie Le’Toe – Clothing retailer. (Female)
Specialising in fashion from Europe, Missie Le’Toe has a cultivated French accent and is always dressed flamboyantly.
Scott Spine – Policeman. (Male)
Just off duty, Scott is still wearing dark blue trousers and a white shirt. After a day roaming the village, he is more than ready for a drink and is already quite merry!
Angela Onnatree – Riding school owner. (Female)
Never seen out of her beige jodhpurs, Angela has a distinctly upper-class accent, but is actually really down-to-earth.
Ivor Cracker – Landlord of the local pub. (Male)
In shirtsleeves and dark trousers with a tea-towel still hanging out of his back pocket, Ivor has just finished a shift at his local to join the wassailing.
Candy Cane – Local actress. (Female)
After appearing as an extra in a few TV soaps, Candy has grasped her actress title with both hands and nearly always overdresses for any occasion.
Felix Navidad – Church bellringer. (Male)
Complete with festive jumper and warm greetings for all, Felix often brings sleighbells with him to liven up the singing.
Faye Reelites – Landscape gardener. (Female)
Rarely out of wellies and work clothes, Faye has gathered all she might need to celebrate Christmas in her special winter tool belt, including scissors, tape and alcoholic miniatures.
Reg Oyce – Gift shop owner. (Male)
Short of a festive jumper, Reg has turned to his haberdashery at the gift shop to add bling to his ordinary clothes, trimming them with stick-on bows and baubles.
Carole Singer – Choir leader.(Female)
In her winter woollies and carrying a lantern to enable the reading of the sheet music, Carole is ready to lead anyone in another song.
Wayne Amanger – Farmer. (Male)
Dressed as a shepherd because he had the wrong day for the nativity pageant, Wayne is full of fun and festive cheer.
Ginger Bredouse – Nurse.(Female)
Attending the carolling directly from work, Ginger has trimmed up her uniform with tinsel and done her best to look festive.
Tim Sell – Plumber. (Male)
Dressed in a boiler suit and carrying his tools, Tim was attending to a broken pipe emergency and only arrived just in time for the last chorus.
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Remember… if you just need 1 extra person, or 1 less person, why not have someone play the inspector role?
The inspector can usually be male or female as the “for real” inspector can simply invent a new name for themselves.
Some hosts prefer to play the inspector role as it means they can work on the catering while the round plays out amongst their guests.
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