Top 4 Theme Parks In North England You Should Visit This October Half Term
Spooky season is among us, theme parks in North England are plentiful and are going to be celebrating Halloween in style, we’ve narrowed down the best theme parks you should visit.
1. Alton Towers
Alton Towers has a lot of spooktacular things for you to do
The Alton Towers Dungeon
Enter The Alton Towers Dungeon as Scarefest makes its way to the Towers for a little less laughing… and a whole lot more SCREAMING! Will you be found guilty by the Bishop of Stafford, survive a visit by the Plague Doctor, and get away from The Witch of Burslem’s Cottage? This Halloween, scream your heart out with your lovely peasant cries… if you’re bold enough!
Garden Lights Walk: Whispering Souls
Come to Alton Towers Resort and see the Gardens like you’ve never seen them before, as they come to life in a whole new spooktacular…LIGHT! Wait till dusk falls and prepare for the most surreal stroll of your life, but be careful! A strange force flows through the water of the Gardens; legend has it that it brings lost souls back to life on All Hallows’ Eve… Do you hear what I’m saying? Who knows, you could be in for some phant…astical company!
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Alton Towers Scarefest is the must-see Halloween event this year, with live acts including Freaky Fun Zone characters and entertainment for younger children. There is truly something for everyone in the family to enjoy! The Alton Towers Resort is Britain’s Greatest Escape, with over 40 rides and attractions. There is something for everyone, whether you are looking for family fun or sheer adrenaline-fueled adventures.
2. Fantasy Island
Fantasy Island is the perfect family getaway, located in Ingoldmells on the beautiful East Coast of Lincolnshire near Skegness and only a stone’s throw from the beach. At Fantasy Island, there are so many things to do! Even the boldest thrill-seekers will be tested by their thrilling rides and roller coasters, while those looking for something more family-friendly will find enough to pick from. For thrill seekers, there’s Discovery and Adventure, and for the young ones, there’s Little Explorer.
Fear Island is back in 2021 with four all new scare mazes!
Fear Island is from 9th October – 31st October on selected dates. In ‘The Haunting 2 – Under Investigation,’ take part in a haphazard paranormal investigation that goes disastrously wrong, descend into the blackout of ‘Hellhole,’ play a deadly game of cat and mouse in ‘Psycho Vault – Death Game,’ and wander further than the foggy bayou into the murderous mansion of serial killer Delpine La Laurie in ‘Killer Villa.’
3. Blackpool Pleasure beach
Journey To Hell
A strange curse has taken hold of Blackpool Pleasure Beach in the year 2146, 125 years into the park’s future. Will you be courageous enough to journey across the nine fear zones in order to discover the curse’s secrets?
Journey to Hell Freak Nights is a frightening, experience-based event that takes place over nine themed sections of Blackpool Pleasure Beach and features live actors. The terror element is raised to new heights with Journey to Hell Freak Nights. From the 8th through the 31st of October, after the amusement park has closed to the public, Journey to Hell will take place on select nights! The Legend of the Cursed River Caves, Blind Faith, Day of the Dead, the BIG Dark Abyss, and more are among the scare zones. Ride experiences, such as extreme high-speed rollercoasters, are included in certain fear zones.
4. Flamingo LandResort Yorkshire
Stalk in The Park
When the park is dark and all the rides are shut down, Flamingo Land has a new sort of visitor, and they’re hunting for you! The iconic ‘Stalk in the Park’ is returning, and this time it’s much scarier than before.
Spooktacular Firework Display
The amazing show may be seen from many locations throughout the park, but the designated viewing spot near the Pirates of Zanzibar Show is the greatest place to see it. Access to this location will be limited due to social distance regulations, so arrive early.
