Alton Towers Resort unveils two terrifying new attractions for iconic Scarefest event
Two new attractions which are not for the weak-hearted are coming to Alton Towers as part of Scarefest.
The theme park and resort has revealed the latest additions to its iconic Scarefest lineup, including what’s being described as its most chilling scare maze to date.
Daring guests can brave The Edge of the Forest, a live action scare maze set deep in the Dark Forest, which opens on September 27 when Scarefest begins.
Those who dare to enter will be stalked by horrifying tree-like creatures and plagued by a mysterious presence known only as the Leshwall, a spirit said to twist the trees and infiltrate your mind.
As well as the new maze, Alton Towers has also announced a new scare zone for 2025. Dark Hollow, a free-flowing outdoor scare zone which plunges visitors further into the expanding world of TH13TEEN.
In this extension of the Dark Forest, a chilling presence watches from the shadows, luring thrillseekers deeper into its grasp.
Bianca Sammut, Vice President of Alton Towers Resort, said: “At Alton Towers Resort, we're always raising the bar for thrills and our latest scare attractions, The Edge of the Forest and Dark Hollow, are no exception.
“The new scare maze and scare zone bring the twists of the Dark Forest to life in terrifying new ways and we can’t wait to see brave fans take it on during Scarefest 2025.”
As part of the 2025 Scarefest lineup, Alton Towers Resort has announced several other attractions will be making a return.
Guests can brave the Altonville Mine Tours, descend into the depths of the COMPOUND scare maze, first introduced in 2024, and wander through the eerie atmosphere of the Burial Ground scare zone.
For younger visitors, Trick O' Treat Town with HARIBO and MAOAM, offers a spooky walk-through experience where visitors knock on doors along Spooky Avenue and into the Witchy Woods.
Along the way, there’s the promise of sweet treats, but also a fair share of playful tricks.
As night falls, guests can take on the Resort’s world-class rollercoasters in darkness, including Wicker Man, Oblivion and new for 2025, Toxicator, as part of rides in the dark.
To find out more and to book tickets, go to the Alton Towers Scarefest website.
Scarefest 2025 kicks off on September 27 and 28 and is available to book for the weekends of October 3 to 5, October 10 to 12, and from October 17 to November 2.
