If the sheer thought of having to pay rent in London every month isn’t heart-racingly petrifying enough for you; please allow us to point you in the direction of – quite possibly – the most shriek-inducing event in the country. The world-famous Tulleys Shocktober Fest has just returned for another season of scaring visitors senseless – and (un)luckily for us, it’s just a hop, skip and a jump 35 minute train ride from the capital.
Back for its 28th year, Tulleys has just swung open its (pretty darn terrifying) doors for an unforgettable month of award-winning attractions, adrenaline-pumping rides, and spine-chillingly scary live shows. Fans of all things frightening: this one’s definitely for you.
What to expect at Tulleys Shocktober Fest
Frequently named the scariest attraction in the UK, Tulleys Shocktober Fest is an unmissable event for Halloween-lovers. The festival is best known for being home to a whole host of scare mazes (eleven of them to be exact), each of which have a different theme. From creepy clowns and chaotic prisoners to chainsaw-wielding maniacs and an actual coven of witches; the mazes are filled with blood-curdling characters, ready to give visitors a night fright to remember.
A plethora of live entertainment will be taking place throughout the festival, too. So, whether you fancy paying a visit to the brand new CarnEvil Cabaret, watching the jaw-dropping fire and light show, or enjoying some live music at one of the three stages; there’s certainly something for every thrill-seeker to enjoy. And for dare-devils still wanting more, Tulleys boasts some eye-wateringly high-adrenaline rides, where visitors can be spun, flung, launched and shocked to their heart’s content.
Food and Drink at Tulleys Shocktober Fest
All that screaming will have worked up quite the appetite, so it’s pretty convenient that Tulleys has things covered on the refreshment front, too. Head to the terrifying Transylvanian-inspired Reaper Bar or the medieval (and just a little bit creepy) Crooked Hag Tavern for a drink to calm your nerves. And if you’re feeling peckish, there’s some sensational street food to choose from, or you can pull up a pew at Bentley’s BBQ Grill.
Getting to Tulleys
The nearest train station to Tulleys is Three Bridges which you can get to on a direct (and pretty speedy) train from London Bridge. Tulleys is then located a short cab ride from the station (there are usually local taxis waiting outside the station and Uber operates in the area, too). Three Bridges is not in an Oyster or contactless pay zone, so you’ll need to purchase a train ticket before you travel. If you’re travelling by car, Tulleys is approximately a 90 minute drive from central London and there is free parking available.
Tulleys Shocktober Fest is running on selected dates until Saturday, November 2. Tickets start from £39.95. Book your tickets and plan your visit here.
📍 Tulleys Shocktober Fest, Turners Hill Road, West Sussex, RH10 4NA.