Alton Towers' Scarefest 2025 opens Sept. 27–28 with new maze and returning haunted attractions.

James Mundy, Alton Towers' creative theming and scenic manager with 20 years of horror experience, shares tips for Scarefest 2025, starting September 27 and 28. He advises visitors not to shut their eyes, take time to explore, try different routes, stay with their group, and remember the scares are all pretend. The event features a new maze, Edge of the Forest, alongside returning attractions Altonville Mine Tours and COMPOUND. More details are available on the resort’s website.