Halloween 2016: Days Out & Events

Halloween 2016: Days Out & Events

Halloween never fails to impress with the wealth of themed events and days out on offer, and of course this year is no different.

To help you decide, we have highlighted what we believe are some of the most intriguing and spine tingling options available.

Alternatively, for those wanting to stay in or have a quieter night, why not check out our Theatrical, Home Entertainment and forthcoming Halloween Reads round-ups.

BREAKOUT MANCHESTER

One of Manchester’s most enjoyable and addictive alternative entertainment venues, Breakout Manchester is an absolute essential must do for families, friends and colleagues alike.

The concept is simple. You are locked in a room of your choice for an hour and have to solve a series of puzzles and mysteries to escape. You will have to search high and low for clues and work together if you want to escape.

Each room is a different game and has a unique theme and story.

Horror fans, why not try their new abandoned basement themed room Captured, just launched in time for Halloween.

Please Note: Breakout Rooms are designed for teams of between 2 and 5 people.

For more information, and to book tickets, please Click Here.

DERREN BROWN’S GHOST TRAIN

Thorpe Park

A world’s first one-of-a-kind experience like you have never seen before, Derren Brown has officially re-invented the Ghost Train for the 21st Century with the world’s only fully immersive psychological attraction designed to manipulate the human mind.

At the heart of the island you discover a disused warehouse. As you enter a seemingly innocent Victorian train carriage it soon becomes clear as sights and sounds fill your senses that you are about to come face to face with what lies at the end of the line.

Please Note: Various restriction do apply so please check carefully before booking.

For more information, and to book tickets, please Click Here.

HOUSE OF THE DEAD: THE NIGHTMARE EMPORIUM

The Printworks, Manchester

Until 31 October

Dare you enter the most immersive, terrifying and utterly unique horror experience the UK has to offer? Do you have what it takes to survive the HOUSE OF THE DEAD with your sanity intact? Here is your chance to find out as Manchester’s Number 1 scare attraction is on its way for the Halloween period.

Enter Professor Mengal’s Nightmare Emporium as he presents his curious collection, creatures and creations. Each one possessing a unique tale, each one a vessel for a tormented soul.

A dark world waits around every corner as reality becomes the intruder and your nightmares come true. Surrender your senses and prepare to lose your grip on life itself as slowly your torment unfolds…and we take your mind!

 Please note: If you hate clowns then there’s something extra special waiting in the dark for you. Don’t run. We only want to play!

Remember to look on the bright side as you weave your way through the labyrinth of rooms and corridor; if you can hear the screaming you know you’re still alive!

For more information, and to book tickets, please Click Here.

ROALD DAHL: A FRIGHTSOME HALLOWEEN

Tatton Park, Knutsford, Cheshire

Saturday 22nd to Sunday 30th

This half term, be spine chillingly entertained by a park-full of witchy mischief. 

You’re invited to the Spooktacular Halloween Party at The Witches’ Hotel Magnificent.

Find all the ingredients for Formula 86 Delayed Action Mouse-Maker whilst you keep an eye out for real witches who like nothing more than using the potion to turn children into mice! In the depths of the Hall is the creepy witches sweet shop laboratory.

The park’s very own witch spotters will be on hand to help and there’ll be spooky storytelling in the eerie barn. 11am – 4pm (last entry 3pm)

In The Mansion:

Step into the Mansion where some very unfortunate children have eaten the witches’ poisoned sweets and turned into mice. Help find them amongst the magnificent Mansion’s treasures and bustling servants quarters. 12pm – 4pm (last entry 3pm)

In The Gardens:

Go hunting for witches in the huge mysterious Gardens but expect gruesome surprises along the way. 10am – 6pm

At The Farm:

When the clock chimes it’s time to stop your cackling and collect your conker from the Witches’ Tree and take part in the creepy, chilling conker challenge.

For more information, and to book tickets, please Click Here.

ALTON TOWERS SCAREFEST

21 – 31 October

Now in its eleventh year, the annual Alton Towers Scarefest for another year of terrifying scares, immersive thrills and spooktacular family fun.

2016 looks set to be the biggest Scarefest event to date with the arrival of a few spooky new attractions outlined below.

Scare Mazes

NEW! Altonville Mine Tours: Uncover the Legend of the Skin Snatchers – Tour the depths of a damp disused mine, which is believed to have once been home to a family of village outcasts with a dark, spine-chilling secret. (Age15+)

Sub Species: The End Games – The award-winning maze returns! A post-apocalyptic experience, sewer dwelling community have been infested by a species from another world. (Age15+)

Terror of the Towers: What Lies Within – Journey the undiscovered passageways of gothic towers to discover the dark secrets that await. (Age 12+)

Scare Zones

After dark the two Scare Zones, Dark Apocalypse and the NEW Freak Show come alive! Each filled with its own free-roaming, gruesome residents.

Rides In The Dark

Experience all your favorite rollercoasters in the dark until 9pm.

Family Fun

NEW! House of Monsters – Join our monster hunting vlogger on his quest to discover the truth about the residents of a spooky disused house. But is it a case of mistaken identity or has he really discovered a groups of 21st century ghouls? (Age 8+)

Families will also get to enjoy Halloween frights at the Resort with Skelvin’s Spooky Storytime, Phil & Franklyn’s Ghoul School, and Patch’s Trick-Or-Treat Party.

Cbeebies Land is open until 7pm during Scarefest.

For more information, and to book tickets, please Click Here.

SHIVER M’ TIMBERS

Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich

29 & 31 October | 6pm

This Halloween delve into regions dark and unexplored beneath the Old Royal Naval College in our spooky interactive theatre experience.

Beneath Christopher Wren’s enlightened buildings, tunnels and dungeons from older constructions still remain, haunted by the ghouls of ancient admirals and drowned mariners.

Your job is to help to ward away the spirits of scurvy sailors, Victorian mourners, and ancient servants lingering amongst the foundations of the old Tudor palace.

Listen to characters’ deeds of mischief-making, mud larking, misery and murder.

After these harrowing events, share your ghostly experiences as you enjoy a complimentary ghoulish cocktail in the Queen Mary Bar.

For more information, and to book tickets, please Click Here.

BODMIN JAIL: AFTER DARK

The UK’s Most Haunted Venue

Explore the jail after dark in the company of Bodmin’s Resident Medium, who has over 10 years experience at the Jail.

As an experienced Psychic Medium and Energy Therapist, he will tutor inmates in the basics of Reiki and energy management before putting them to work for the night behind bars in this formidable County Jail.

The event begins at 8.45pm with a set 3 course meal and time for inmates to get to know each other, before delving into the history, and footprints of the past.

Specific workshops run throughout the night, before you return to the living world at 5am.

Please note:  Tea and coffee facilities are available throughout the night and a function room and toilets will be on hand. You are welcome to bring snacks and/or refreshments yourselves; no alcoholic drinks are permitted during the course of the event. Please bring warm clothing as temperatures get very cold in the lower areas of the prison and do not forget a torch and/or a camera for pictures.

For more information, and to book tickets, please Click Here.