What to expect at Ffear Fforest

What makes Ffear Fforest different to any other Halloween event is that the entire Zip World park becomes part of the experience.

The Cursed Coaster is one of the headline attractions. You'll climb 700 metres through pitch-black woodland before speeding through the remaining 300 metres of track, with only a headlight helping you navigate the darkness. Riders can reach speeds up to 25mph, remaining in control of the brakes throughout.

Then there's The Nets - a huge, suspended, bouncy net adventure in the trees. During Ffear Fforest, you can access The Nets throughout the evening, giving you a chance to bounce, run and explore while the madness continues around you.

For those looking for an even bigger adrenaline rush, several additional experiences can be added to your night. Nightfall involves a 100ft drop through trapdoors into darkness, while Screamride takes you 24 metres into the air on one of Europe's largest swings before sending you soaring through the night sky. Tree Horrors adds a high-ropes challenge involving obstacles, zip lines and balance elements with the added problem of clowns trying to unsettle you from below.

There's also The Surge, where visitors can listen out for an alarm and make their way to The Nets for the chance to win Zip World vouchers and merchandise. The catch? You'll only have ten minutes to get there and convince the clowns you're worthy of a prize.     

Tickets

The standard Night Pass starts from £24 and includes:

• Two rides on the Cursed Coaster
• Unlimited access to The Nets throughout the evening
• Participation in The Surge
• Access to the wider Ffear Fforest experience
• Free parking during the event

You can then upgrade your night with additional adrenaline experiences, including Nightfall, Screamride and Tree Horrors, which are available separately. You can stick with the standard Night Pass if you want the core Ffear Fforest experience or build a bigger night around it by adding some of Zip World's most exciting attractions.

When and where?

Date: 8th October – 1st November 2026
Time: 7:30pm – 10:30pm
Location: Zip World Betws-y-Coed, LL24 0HX
Minimum age: 9+ (Under-18s must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or over. Adventure restrictions also apply.)

The event is located just outside the village of Betws-y-Coed and is accessible by road, with local bus connections also available.

Is Ffear Fforest worth it?

If you're looking for a Halloween event that goes beyond a standard scare experience, Ffear Fforest is one of the best options in North Wales. Its biggest strength is the setting. Instead of creating a temporary haunted attraction in a building, Zip World uses the natural woodland around Betws-y-Coed as the backdrop, then throws high-adrenaline rides, darkness, mist and a troupe of demonic clowns into the mix.

For thrill-seekers, the combination of Cursed Coaster, The Nets and optional extreme experiences offer plenty to do. For Halloween fans, the roaming clowns and immersive atmosphere provide the scares. And for groups of friends, there's the added entertainment of watching everyone try to stay brave when a clown suddenly appears from the darkness.

So, if you're ready to find out whether you get the last laugh this year, Ffear Fforest returns to Zip World Betws-y-Coed in October 2026.