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Halloween Night Scare Trail at Fonmon Castle

Visitors venture through the castle grounds after dark to experience an outdoor scare run featuring horrifying zones like Carnival Chaos, Children of the Corn, The Blood Crypt, and The Sacrifice Run. Admission also grants access to Dracula's Story Trail, Beetlejuice's Castle, Skeleton Gardens, Coven's Lair, Haunted Dinos, Plague Grange, Witch Hunts, and live performances by the Sanderson Sisters in The Spellbound Theatre. Additional on-site activities include pumpkin picking, tarot card readings, archery, axe throwing, face painting, and horror photo experiences.

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When

Tickets

One Ticket: £15.00 plus £1.00 booking fee; Concession: £14.00 plus £1.00 booking fee; Disabled Ticket with option for 1 free carer space: £15.00 plus £1.00 booking fee. Additional activities have additional fees.

Hours

Gates open 6pm-10pm; last entry 8pm; Sanderson Sisters perform at 7:00pm and 8:30pm.

Ages

Adult audience for Scare Run; children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult over 18.

Food & Drink

Alcohol is available on site.

Pets

Dogs are not permitted.

Going?

Location

Fonmon Castle · Fonmon Castle, Barry, Vale of Glamorgan, CF62 3ZN Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (4/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (2/5)

Best For

Adults and older teens who enjoy haunted attractions

Vibe

Spooky and theatrical

Energy Level

High

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Arrive in plenty of time, as the last entry to the event is at 8:00 PM.
  • Once inside the scare run, keep moving forward at all times, as turning around or moving backward is strictly prohibited.
  • Costumes are welcome, but be prepared to remove face masks if requested by security or staff.

Special Events & Promotions

  • A concession ticket is listed at £14, plus a £1 booking fee.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the event suitable for children?

There is no official lower age limit, but some areas are fearful and the Scare Run is designed for an adult audience. Anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult over 18.

Are dogs permitted at this event?

No, dogs are not allowed at the Halloween Scare Nights event.

Can visitors touch the scare actors or sets?

No, guests must not touch, handle, or interfere with scare actors, event staff, set pieces, props, or scenery at any time.

Can large groups walk through the scare run together?

For health, safety, and operational reasons, large groups may be split into smaller groups before entering the scare attraction.

What extra activities are available for an additional fee?

Guests can participate in pick-your-own pumpkins, tarot card readings, archery, axe throwing, face painting, and horror photo experiences for an added charge.

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