Once Upon A Nightmare 2026

Join us for a spine-chilling Halloween Experience at Lotherton for all the family, but not suitable for under 9’s.

This Halloween, Lotherton invites all thrill-seekers to step into the pages of twisted fairy tales once more. Are you ready for the next chapter, where happily ever afters really don’t exist!

Once Upon a Nightmare is a walk-through scare experience set across the estate’s gardens and woodlands. As night falls, the atmosphere shifts. Familiar stories unravel into something far darker. Twisted tales echo through the trees. Shadows move where they shouldn’t.

Imagine walking through the eerie mist that creeps over the gardens as darkness falls. The path ahead twists through shadows, lit only by the flicker of lanterns. Shapes move in the distance. Voices whisper in the trees.

This immersive experience features live scare actors, soundscapes, and lighting effects designed to unsettle and surprise. Each turn in the path brings something new, sometimes eerie, sometimes intense, always unexpected!

It’s designed with families in mind, but isn’t suitable for under 9s or anyone who dislikes spooky surprises. Expect a mix of tension, suspense, and Halloween thrills that build as you move through the grounds.

Whether you’re a fan of classic fairy tales or just love a good scare, Once Upon a Nightmare at Lotherton is an unforgettable experience. So, gather your courage, grab your friends, and prepare to step into a world where the stories you thought you knew are filled with unexpected twists and turns.

Are you brave enough to face your nightmares? Join us this Halloween, and find out! 

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