Scarefest has seen many attractions come and go over the years. Here we take a look at some of the attractions from beyond the grave.
Timeline
Scare Attractions
Room 13
Final Resting Place: Resort
Years: 2006 - 2007
There may not have been a full Halloween event in 2006 but strange occurrences were reported at the Alton Towers Hotel when they unlocked the infamous Room 13 and allowed its inhabitants to reveal their strange and terrifying tales.
Years: 2006 - 2007
There may not have been a full Halloween event in 2006 but strange occurrences were reported at the Alton Towers Hotel when they unlocked the infamous Room 13 and allowed its inhabitants to reveal their strange and terrifying tales.
The Field of a 1000 Screams
Final Resting Place: Resort
Years: 2007 - 2009
The iconic original Scarefest attraction invited guests to the small town of Altonville, where a terrifying secret had been uncovered in the local cornfields.
Years: 2007 - 2009
The iconic original Scarefest attraction invited guests to the small town of Altonville, where a terrifying secret had been uncovered in the local cornfields.
The Boiler House
Final Resting Place: X-Sector
Years: 2008 - 2011
Strange noises have been heard coming from an ancient boiler house on the grounds of the resort. Dare you explore this ominous labyrinth that some say is the den of a pair of serial killers?
Years: 2008 - 2011
Strange noises have been heard coming from an ancient boiler house on the grounds of the resort. Dare you explore this ominous labyrinth that some say is the den of a pair of serial killers?
Carnival of Screams
Final Resting Place: Adventure Land
Years: 2010 - 2013
For many years the circus rolled into town at Scarefest, but all the fun of the fair was the last thing on this troops mind. Roll up, roll up and discover the hair raising acts of this sinister big top.
Years: 2010 - 2013
For many years the circus rolled into town at Scarefest, but all the fun of the fair was the last thing on this troops mind. Roll up, roll up and discover the hair raising acts of this sinister big top.
Zombies! Scare Zone
Final Resting Place: Dark Forest
Years: 2011 - 2014
The dead have risen from their graves and descended upon Alton Towers, as they take over an abandoned road deep within the park, ready to pounce on any unsuspecting traveller.
Years: 2011 - 2014
The dead have risen from their graves and descended upon Alton Towers, as they take over an abandoned road deep within the park, ready to pounce on any unsuspecting traveller.
The Sanctuary
Final Resting Place: The Towers
Years: 2012 - 2014
Book an appointment at The Ministry of Joy's premier facility at Alton Towers. Prepare to get corrected. The Doctor will see you now...
Years: 2012 - 2014
Book an appointment at The Ministry of Joy's premier facility at Alton Towers. Prepare to get corrected. The Doctor will see you now...
The Ultimate Sleepover
Final Resting Place: The Towers
Years: 2014
For Scarefest 2014 the resort gained a third hotel, as The Towers threw open their doors for those brave enough to spend the exploring the Gothic Ruins and their uninvited inhabitants.
Years: 2014
For Scarefest 2014 the resort gained a third hotel, as The Towers threw open their doors for those brave enough to spend the exploring the Gothic Ruins and their uninvited inhabitants.
Scary Tales Scare Zone
Final Resting Place: Adventure Land
Years: 2014
Once Upon a Time arrives in the here and now, as you step into an enchanted land where dreams really can come true and nightmares never end...
Years: 2014
Once Upon a Time arrives in the here and now, as you step into an enchanted land where dreams really can come true and nightmares never end...
Altonville Motel Dining Experience
Final Resting Place: The Towers
Years: 2014
Altonville Motel opened its doors once again, but this year the suites were fully booked for a wedding party, but don’t worry, the invitation is to an evening reception you’ll not forget in a hurry.
Years: 2014
Altonville Motel opened its doors once again, but this year the suites were fully booked for a wedding party, but don’t worry, the invitation is to an evening reception you’ll not forget in a hurry.
Sub Species: Operation Lockdown
Final Resting Place: The Towers
Years: 2015
An unidentified alien species has invaded and the threat must be contained. The Phalanx have been called in and need Operatives for their covert night-time operation.
Years: 2015
An unidentified alien species has invaded and the threat must be contained. The Phalanx have been called in and need Operatives for their covert night-time operation.
The Haunting of Molly Crowe
Final Resting Place: X-Sector
Years: 2015
The strange case of Molly Crowe has gone down in legend, but what really happened that fateful night? Don't be left in the dark, for tonight you are invited to an exorcism…
Years: 2015
The strange case of Molly Crowe has gone down in legend, but what really happened that fateful night? Don't be left in the dark, for tonight you are invited to an exorcism…
Nox Infernus Scare Zone
Final Resting Place: Dark Forest
Years: 2015
A sinister cult has taken over the Dark Forest to spread the word that the end is nigh. The night of fire is upon us, have you accepted your fate or will you turn to The Cult for guidance…
Years: 2015
A sinister cult has taken over the Dark Forest to spread the word that the end is nigh. The night of fire is upon us, have you accepted your fate or will you turn to The Cult for guidance…
Dark Apocalypse Scare Zone
Final Resting Place: Forbidden Valley
Years: 2015 - 2016
BREAKING NEWS: A contagion has swept through Forbidden Valley. Phalanx Control are on site to contain the threat and protect the general public. Do not be alarmed!
Years: 2015 - 2016
BREAKING NEWS: A contagion has swept through Forbidden Valley. Phalanx Control are on site to contain the threat and protect the general public. Do not be alarmed!
Freak Show Scare Zone
Final Resting Place: Adventure Land
Years: 2016 - 2017
A travelling side-show of circus rejects has descended. Dare you walk amongst the freakishly fascinating misfits, desperate for your undivided attention?
Years: 2016 - 2017
A travelling side-show of circus rejects has descended. Dare you walk amongst the freakishly fascinating misfits, desperate for your undivided attention?
Terror of the Towers - What Lies Within
Final Resting Place: The Towers
Years: 2009 - 2018
Terror has struck at the heart of this house, as the famous ruins at the centre of the park come to life with paranormal activity.
Years: 2009 - 2018
Terror has struck at the heart of this house, as the famous ruins at the centre of the park come to life with paranormal activity.
The Welcoming: Be Chosen
Final Resting Place: Mutiny Bay
Years: 2017 - 2018
As the Autumn nights draw in a mysterious group gathers to celebrate Halloween. Outsiders are more than welcome, indeed maybe they are integral to the ritual...
Years: 2017 - 2018
As the Autumn nights draw in a mysterious group gathers to celebrate Halloween. Outsiders are more than welcome, indeed maybe they are integral to the ritual...
Sub Species: The End Games
Final Resting Place: The Towers
Years: 2015 - 2019
Descend into the sewers below The Towers and enter a subterranean civilisation where the decisions you make really will determine your fate…
Years: 2015 - 2019
Descend into the sewers below The Towers and enter a subterranean civilisation where the decisions you make really will determine your fate…
Project 42
Final Resting Place: Forbidden Valley
Years: 2018 - 2019
This Scarefest return to the Phalanx compound and open the case file of Project 42. A disease is spreading and you're the final hope to find a cure in time...
Years: 2018 - 2019
This Scarefest return to the Phalanx compound and open the case file of Project 42. A disease is spreading and you're the final hope to find a cure in time...
Freak Show: Toxic Junkyard
Final Resting Place: X-Sector
Years: 2020 - 2021
Explore 'All the Fun of the Fear' as a posse of psycho clowns make this twisted junkyard their home for Halloween. Dare you step behind the scenes as they prepare for their latest show?
Years: 2020 - 2021
Explore 'All the Fun of the Fear' as a posse of psycho clowns make this twisted junkyard their home for Halloween. Dare you step behind the scenes as they prepare for their latest show?
Darkest Depths
Final Resting Place: Dark Forest
Years: 2019 - 2023
A ghost ship has docked deep within Dark Forest. Board The Mutiny and prepare to discover legendary creatures beneath the waves...
Years: 2019 - 2023
A ghost ship has docked deep within Dark Forest. Board The Mutiny and prepare to discover legendary creatures beneath the waves...
The Invitation
Final Resting Place: X-Sector
Years: 2022 - 2023
Did you hear that? Perhaps it wasn't such a great idea to accept the invitation to the Lakeside Cemetery after dark! Find a casket, make yourself at home, and prepare to experience things that go bump in the night...
Years: 2022 - 2023
Did you hear that? Perhaps it wasn't such a great idea to accept the invitation to the Lakeside Cemetery after dark! Find a casket, make yourself at home, and prepare to experience things that go bump in the night...
Family Attractions
Phil's Feathered Friends
Final Resting Place: Towers Street
Years: 2011
Feathered Friends was a late addition into the line up, replacing a proposed treasure hunt around the farm. When not performing, the birds could be found resting by the Furry Friend's barn.
Years: 2011
Feathered Friends was a late addition into the line up, replacing a proposed treasure hunt around the farm. When not performing, the birds could be found resting by the Furry Friend's barn.
Franklyn's Freaky Friends
Final Resting Place: Old MacDonald's Farmyard
Years: 2011
Located in the farm's Education Centre, Freaky Friends allowed you to get up close a personal with a whole host of creepy crawlies. Not one for the squeamish.
Years: 2011
Located in the farm's Education Centre, Freaky Friends allowed you to get up close a personal with a whole host of creepy crawlies. Not one for the squeamish.
Franklyn's Freaky Farm
Final Resting Place: Old MacDonald's Farmyard
Years: 2011 - 2012
Franklyn and his friends have come to trick and treat guests as they join them in their Freaky Farm
Years: 2011 - 2012
Franklyn and his friends have come to trick and treat guests as they join them in their Freaky Farm
Patch's Freaky Farm Talks
Final Resting Place: Old MacDonald's Farmyard
Years: 2012
Farmyards can be filled with all manner of creatures. In these Freaky Farm Talks, Patch introduced guests to some of the more weird and wonderful animals you might find.
Years: 2012
Farmyards can be filled with all manner of creatures. In these Freaky Farm Talks, Patch introduced guests to some of the more weird and wonderful animals you might find.
Creepy Pottery Barn
Final Resting Place: Old MacDonald's Farmyard
Years: 2012
Located in the Education Centre, this attraction gave guests the chance to brush up on their pottery painting skills to find out who could decorate the spookiest pot.
Years: 2012
Located in the Education Centre, this attraction gave guests the chance to brush up on their pottery painting skills to find out who could decorate the spookiest pot.
Patch's Brilliant Bug Barn
Final Resting Place: The Towers
Years: 2013 - 2014
Patch brings out his collection of brilliant bugs and let's all of his friends get up close and personal with a barnload of weird and wonderful beasties.
Years: 2013 - 2014
Patch brings out his collection of brilliant bugs and let's all of his friends get up close and personal with a barnload of weird and wonderful beasties.
Patch's Pottery Painting
Final Resting Place: Cloud Cuckoo Land
Years: 2013 - 2014
Patch loves getting creative and hopes you do too as he offers the chance to paint your own pot in the spookiest design you can.
Years: 2013 - 2014
Patch loves getting creative and hopes you do too as he offers the chance to paint your own pot in the spookiest design you can.
Trick or Treat Stage
Final Resting Place: Towers Street
Years: 2007 - 2017
You are guaranteed a treat no matter which of the shows you catch on the Trick or Treat Stage...
Years: 2007 - 2017
You are guaranteed a treat no matter which of the shows you catch on the Trick or Treat Stage...
Phil and Franklyn’s Ghoul School
Final Resting Place: Towers Street
Years: 2012 - 2017
If you've ever wanted to become an expert in scares then today is your lucky day! Enroll in Ghoul School and Phil and Franklyn will teach you everything they know.
Years: 2012 - 2017
If you've ever wanted to become an expert in scares then today is your lucky day! Enroll in Ghoul School and Phil and Franklyn will teach you everything they know.
House of Monsters
Final Resting Place: Cloud Cuckoo Land
Years: 2016 - 2018
An online investigation into the paranormal has lead to some fascinating conclusions. Could Halloween monsters actually exist and if they do could they live in a haunted house at Alton Towers...
Years: 2016 - 2018
An online investigation into the paranormal has lead to some fascinating conclusions. Could Halloween monsters actually exist and if they do could they live in a haunted house at Alton Towers...
Freaky Funk Squad
Final Resting Place: The Towers
Years: 2018
Dr. Victor Henry Stein has arrived at the resort this Scarefest and his first experiment has seen the Freaky Five turned into their human counterparts and taking to the stage in this live music show.
Years: 2018
Dr. Victor Henry Stein has arrived at the resort this Scarefest and his first experiment has seen the Freaky Five turned into their human counterparts and taking to the stage in this live music show.
Skelvin's Spooky Storytime
Final Resting Place: Towers Street
Years: 2011 - 2020
Skelvin’s getting ready for Halloween but needs to choose his costume for the big day. Perhaps he can find some inspiration in one of his favourite stories.
Years: 2011 - 2020
Skelvin’s getting ready for Halloween but needs to choose his costume for the big day. Perhaps he can find some inspiration in one of his favourite stories.
Gretyl's Spell School
Final Resting Place: Towers Street
Years: 2018 - 2020
Fire up the cauldron and get your wand at the ready, as Gretyl the Witch opens up her classroom to teach budding spell-slingers the tricks of her trade.
Years: 2018 - 2020
Fire up the cauldron and get your wand at the ready, as Gretyl the Witch opens up her classroom to teach budding spell-slingers the tricks of her trade.
Phil & Franklyn's Ghoulish Games
Final Resting Place: Towers Street
Years: 2018 - 2020
What Halloween get together is complete without a party game or two? Join Phil and Franklyn on the main stage as they invite young guests to take part in some spooky games.
Years: 2018 - 2020
What Halloween get together is complete without a party game or two? Join Phil and Franklyn on the main stage as they invite young guests to take part in some spooky games.
Garden Lights Walk: Whispering Souls
Final Resting Place: The Towers
Years: 2020 - 2022
Take a look at the park's historic gardens in a whole new light when they come alive during Scarefest in this family-friendly attraction.
Years: 2020 - 2022
Take a look at the park's historic gardens in a whole new light when they come alive during Scarefest in this family-friendly attraction.
Resort Attractions
Trick or Treat Rooms
Final Resting Place: Resort
Years: 2008
Check in to one of these very special Halloween themed rooms, which is full of fun for all the family. The special decorated rooms were sure to get you into a haunting mood as you discovered all the hidden treats that are included.
Years: 2008
Check in to one of these very special Halloween themed rooms, which is full of fun for all the family. The special decorated rooms were sure to get you into a haunting mood as you discovered all the hidden treats that are included.
Scare Rooms
Final Resting Place: Resort
Years: 2007 - 2013
Why let the scares end at your bedroom door? If you checked into one of the resort's scare rooms you could expect visitations throughout the night. Sleep tight!
Years: 2007 - 2013
Why let the scares end at your bedroom door? If you checked into one of the resort's scare rooms you could expect visitations throughout the night. Sleep tight!
