Description
Doncaster Fear Factory returns in 2026 with its biggest and darkest year yet. Our award-winning Halloween attraction brings new live action experiences, bigger scare zones, and more intense storytelling that pulls guests right into the centre of the terror.
Across the site you will face armed units, twisted characters, and loud set pieces that keep you on edge from the moment you enter. Every route has been designed to keep you guessing, and every corner holds a moment you will not expect. With louder sound, harsher lighting and physical engagement throughout, this year reaches a new level of fear.
2026 introduces brand new attractions that push tension higher than ever. You will come face-to-face with physical trials, close-quarters scenes, and live performers who stay seconds from your personal space at all times. The set work is darker, larger, and more detailed, with storylines that grow as you move through each area.
Alongside the new attractions, several classic zones have been rebuilt with fresh sets, new themes, new characters, and more intense action. Returning fans will recognise the outlines but will quickly see that nothing is the same once inside.
We also introduce a themed bar space that gives you a chance to steady yourself between attractions. This new area includes strong visual styling, themed drinks and planned surprise moments across the night. It is loud, fast, and full of character, making it the perfect break before you head back into the horror.
Hidden extras, small surprises, and secret characters will be active across the entire site throughout October. Some will only appear on certain nights, and some will only be seen by the brave who stay late into the evening.
Book early. Many nights in 2025 reached capacity and next year is set to be even busier.
Event Details
Student tickets give standard admission to students (16+) in further education. A valid student ID (College/ University ID, NUS or UniDays Cards) is required at the time of entry.
Mobility tickets give entry to the scream park (including hub and scare zone), Diabolus: Witches of Salum and Friargate Foundry, for wheelchair users and those with mobility impairments. One free carer ticket can be booked during checkout per mobility ticket.
Bluelight tickets give standard admission to holders of Blue Light Cards and their Friends/Family. One Blue Light card required per group. Blue Light card holder must also be visiting the event with their own ticket. Photo ID may be required. Selected nights only.
Scaredy Cat tickets allow the whimps to join their braver friends in our hub area throughout the evening for drinks and food... beware all guests must enter through the scare zone and of course our roaming residents will make themselves known.
Where valid ID can not be provided for discounted admission, including student and blue light, an upgrade to the full gate price will be payable at the time of entry.
Start time: 18:30 BST
End time: 23:00 BST
Venue: Thornhurst Manor
Coordinates: 53.5848514, -1.1517364
Directions: From Doncaster town centre Approx. 10 to 15 minutes - Leave the centre using A638 York Road heading north. - Keep on A638 past Cusworth and continue towards Owston. - Turn right onto Holme lane when you see signs for Thornhurst Golf Course / Manor. - Follow the road until you reach the entrance on your left. From the A1 (northbound or southbound) - Approx. 5 to 10 minutes once you exit - Leave the A1 at the A638 / Red House junction. - Take the A638 towards Doncaster. - Stay on this road until you reach the turn for Holme lane. - Turn left and follow the road straight to Thornhurst Manor.
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