Halloween Scare - Watermouth Castle

Watermouth Castle & Theme Park

Available from 25 October 2024 to 2 November 2024

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Get tickets here to be truly spooked at Watermouth Castle's hair-raising Halloween scare event this October 2024!

Experience a blend of all things eerie and secure your tickets now. Perfect for fans of horror, thrill enthusiasts, and anyone in search of a good scare!

Navigate through specially themed scare zones brought to life by actors in character. Featuring hair-raising thrills and intense moments, this event is not suited for the faint of heart. Take the challenge and join in for an evening of chilling amusement and lasting frights!

Highlights of your scare trip:

  • The Haunted Grove: Picture a spooky path through the shadowy woods where the chilling howls of wolves resound among the trees, the eerie clang of chains carries in the distance, and twisted branches loom menacingly overhead. 
  • Circus of Horrors: This demented amusement park is a terrifying show of nightmarish circus performances, with maniacal laughter echoing through the night. Each turn reveals a new horror, transforming it into a ghastly carnival of sheer dread!
  • The Mad Maze: A group of living scarecrows from beyond the grave have awoken, currently wandering the intricate corridors of the castle's maze hunting for their next prey... you! While you maneuver through the maze, be ready for scary surprises that will send shivers down your spine, accompanied by eerie laughter.
  • Voodoo Valley: Embark on a horror filled adventure down the river of restless spirits, but be wary of joining the legion of lost souls forever trapped on its murky waters. Prepare for eerie encounters that will keep you on the edge of your seat, as the river unveils its chilling mysteries.
  • The Haunted Castle: When the castle doors close behind you, you’ll find yourself trapped in a hellscape of cobwebs, cursed animatronics and haunted robots. Only the bravest will dare to complete this quest!

Event details:

  • Dates: 25th October - 2nd November 2024
  • Not suitable for under 12's or wheelchair users
  • All under 16's must be accompanied by an adult

Don't miss out on this truly epic event, get your tickets now and have them delivered instantly via email and SMS!

Watermouth Castle,
A399,
Illfracombe EX34 9SL
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How To Find Us

Address: A399, Ilfracombe EX34 9SL

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By Bus:

Filers Travel: Bus #301 from Ilfracombe or Combe Martin stops near Watermouth Castle entrance.

For timetables, telephone 0871 200 2233.

By Car:

Watermouth Castle is located on the main A399 coast road, midway between Ilfracombe and Combe Martin (Sat Nav reference: EX34 9SL). It is approximately three miles from Ilfracombe. 

From Barnstaple, take the B3230 to Ilfracombe and continue on the A399 towards Combe Martin. Watermouth Castle is on the right hand side.

There is a large car park, and all parking is free.

By Train:

The nearest railway station is Barnstaple. There is no direct bus, you will have to go via Ilfracombe and change for Combe Martin. Taxi's are also an option.

  • Free parking
  • Toilets and accessible toilets
  • Baby-changing area
  • Dog-friendly - please follow the canine code!
  • First Aid
  • Gift Shop
  • Restaurants

Yes! All ages are welcome at Watermouth Castle and Theme Park, and there's something for everyone! Whether you're a young adventurer or an elder explorer, you'll have a great time discovering the tea rooms, museums, captivating views and amazing attractions.

Most rides are suitable for children ages 2 to 13 and will require an adult to accompany them. Watermouth Castle requests that you supervise children using the play area as well.

Canine companions are more than welcome at Watermouth, but owners are asked to follow the Castle Canine Code:

  • Only friendly, well-behaved best friends are allowed
  • Hydrate your puppy pal with water bowls placed around the site
  • Dog waste disposal bags are also available
  • Pooches and their owners must behave responsibly and respectfully
  • No dogs listed under the Dangerous Dogs Act are permitted (Pit Bull Terrier, Dogo Argentino, Fila Brasileiro, Japanese Tosa and XL Bullies)

Dogs will not be permitted in the following areas as they are deemed unsuitable:

  • The Dungeon Labyrinth
  • Any rides or play areas
  • Food and drink areas
  • Grassed seating areas

 

Not all of the site is accessible due to the natural topology - some places are quite steep - but overall, yes, Watermouth Castle have designed a special route for wheelchair users. All pathways are tarmac, and a portion of the Castle and Gardens are accessible. 

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