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Halloween Experience 9th of Oct - 2nd of Nov

Ffear Fforest

Experience true fear this October at North Wales' most terrifying Halloween scare-fest

The horde of demonic clowns returns to Zip World Betws-y-Coed this October 2025 for its annual Ffear Fforest scare-fest.

From £28
(+£5 booking fee per order)
North Wales

Zip World Betws-y-Coed

Betws-y-coed, LL24 0HX
North Wales

7 adventures at Betws-y-Coed 4 Basecamps nearby

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Your night pass

A standard Night Pass includes 2 rides on the Cursed Coaster and access to The Nets all night. Upgrade your Night Pass for extreme extras.

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Duration

This event runs from 9th October - 2nd November 2025, 7:30pm - 10:30pm.

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Age restriction

Due to the frightening nature of this event, children must be aged 9+.

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Brace yourself for a night of total terror as you embark on one of North Wales' scariest Halloween experiences.

Secure your Night Pass for this sell-out event while you can, and be immersed in the horror or Zip World Betws-y-Coed by night. The clowns will be on the hunt to stalk, tease and terrorise you as you embark on adrenaline adventures in the dark. Choose the standard Night Pass for the chance to experience the famous Cursed Coaster and burn some energy on The Nets, or take it up a gear and elevate your evening with a few thrilling extras…

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Included in Night Pass - 2 rides per person

Cursed Coaster

Leave the circus noise behind as you ascend a frightful 700m of alpine coaster track through the pitch-black forest, before darting, weaving and speeding back down the remaining 300m, with nothing but your headlight to guide you! Brave it alone, or share your cart with a friend (restrictions apply), and reach speeds of up to 25mph on this terrifying experience, or use the brakes to creep down slower…

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The Nets

Bounce, run, hide… you’ll find plenty of nooks, crannies, walkways and vast spaces as you make your away along this huge bouncy net system, which just so happens to be suspended high up in the trees! Navigate your way along this adventure, with some areas plunging you into darkness. Watch the madness unfold below and beyond from the safety of the treehouses - you’re free to hop on-and-off the nets all evening as and when you feel you need a break from the clowns!

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Nightfall

One for the adrenaline-junkies! Drop a staggering 100ft through a set of trapdoors, and plummet into the vast darkness below. Once you’re harnessed, you’ll stand atop the trapdoors either solo or with a friend (restrictions apply) and be submerged in eerie darkness as you await your fate! This stomach-dropping, heart-racing adventure is definitely one for those who love adrenaline experiences.

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Screamride

One of Europe’s largest swings is waiting in the dark… hop aboard with up to 4 other people and experience this intense g-force of soaring through the night’s sky! You’ll be hoisted 24m in the air, before a brave member of your group must pull the release cord to send you flying at high-speed. Surrounded by darkness, mist and the distant sound of the clowns, this experience is definitely for those who enjoy a thrill!

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Tree Horrors

Navigate treetop obstacles, zip lines, cargo nets and balance beams – all whilst the clowns terrorise you from below! Make your way along this treetop high ropes course in the darkness and mist – a feat which we’re sure will leave you feeling challenged and accomplished in equal measure!

Experience true fear at one of the UK’s leading scare-fests

From the second you enter the carpark, the scares begin! Lock your doors if you don’t fancy a clown in your passenger seat… this immersive experience is sure to keep you talking for years to come. Jump-scares, adventures in the dark, food, drink, and an eerie woodland setting – we’re dying to see you at Ffear Fforest.

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Restrictions

Before booking this adventure, please carefully review the following restrictions to ensure you and your party meet the minimum participation requirements.

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Supervision for under 18’s

Children aged 3 – 8 yrs must be accompanied on the same sledge by 1 participating adult (or child aged 9+ and over 1m) for every child

Children aged 9 - 17 years must be accompanied by a spectating adult, unless that adult is participating, in a ratio of 1 adult to 5 children

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Max Weight

Participants must be below 120kg to take part in this adventure

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Max Weight (Combined)

Participants combined weight must be below 150kg to share a sledge

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Min Height

A minimum height of 1m is required for this adventure

Ffear Fforest

Experience true fear this October at North Wales' most terrifying Halloween scare-fest

The horde of demonic clowns returns to Zip World Betws-y-Coed this October 2025 for its annual Ffear Fforest scare-fest.

From £28 *
(+£5 booking fee per order)
North Wales

Zip World Betws-y-Coed

Betws-y-coed, LL24 0HX

Meet the clowns

Keep your friends close, keep your enemies closer. Here’s everything you need to know about the clown crew before you arrive…

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Wallace

Wallace is an angry clown with a point to prove. Loud, bold and brash, he's well-known for getting in your face; or even your car (so lock your doors when you arrive if you don't want a warm welcome from him!). The longest serving clown, Wallace thinks he knows it all and likes to show it.

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Sid

He might look funny, but don't be fooled, Sid is as spooky as they come. There's a mean streak hidden below those frills and pom poms; Sid will arrive when he wants to, cause carnage, and disappear back into the shadows... a master of stealth, make sure you're always on the lookout, you never know where and when he will pop up next.

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Mr Burns

King of the clowns, Mr Burns is by far the loudest and most obnoxious clown in all the land. Famed for his unpredictable nature, Mr Burns will one second be posing happily for selfies with you, and will be chasing you manically along the forest the next. Approach with caution and do not let your guard down around this evil ringmaster.

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Seymore

Seymore is the spy of the group! He has eyes everywhere, so watch out for him causing havoc amongst the trees, plotting his twisted schemes… Seymore is the ultimate antagonist and seeks to be feared by others.

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Pumpkin

Fits of rage and regular tantrums is what you can expect from this old timer. A familiar face in the Ffear Fforest troupe, Pumpkin has clearly grown tired of the moving circus and will take his dismay out on anyone who dares cross his path.

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Chuckles

Ironically named, Chuckles is mean and a bully. No-where (and we mean no-where) is safe from this monster, who will taunt you from the moment you step foot into his Fforest. He adds a skull to his overalls to represent each victim; some of which are in the Ffear Fforest clown gang to this day.

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Prowell

Keep your valuables to hand and your wits about you; Prowell loves collecting momentos. The cheekiest of the gang, he's been known to steal hats off heads, enter cars and buckle in for the ride, even pick his preferred song on your radio. We'd recommend locking your car unless you're ready to welcome an unwanted visitor.

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Kai

He's bad, he's back. Kai has zero regard for health and safety and can often be seen with his signature chainsaw, which he uses to chase his victims down. Luckily, you'll hear him before you see him, so at least you'll have a warning.

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Ffranc

The evil mastermind behind Nightfall, and one half of the Ffred and Ffranc duo, Ffranc dedicates his time to luring innocent explorers to Nightfall on the outskirts of the forest, where it's dark and no one can hear their screams. He loves watching his victims plummet 100ft into the darkness on his twisted adventure.

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Ffred

A force to be reckoned with and brother to Ffranc, Ffred has spent years perfecting the Screamride adventure, and lures unsuspecting guests to fly on his terrifying ride. It's said that his victims go mad, swinging back and forth in the dark.

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Hacker

Don't let that moody face fool you, he loves to play games - you may even feel sorry for him as he plays alone, but you've fallen right into his trap. Run, as fast as you can, in the opposite direction if he's coming your way.

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Jumping Jack

Wearing a mask to never reveal his true identity, JJ can be found jumping around near the The Nets, chasing everyone and anyone in his path; big or small, he doesn't care who you are.

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Tiny

Ever get the feeling you're being watched? Quiet and calculated, Tiny may not jump out of the shadows at you, but she'll be watching for your weaknesses. She's quick on her feet, so watch out if you see her stalking you. Can be found behind trees and dark places.

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Joaquin

Joaquin has a big personality and gets a kick out of screams; he will stop at nothing to terrorise you. Don't stay still for too long - whether you're boarding the Cursed Coaster or dropping on Nightfall, Joaquin will be always scouting the area for victims.

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Dopey

Dopey is a brainless clown with a twisted edge. His foolish ways will make the most mindless look clever. You will see him aimlessly wandering around the forest with his vital organs astray. Dopey is so stupid after all, that he forgot to put his organs back inside his body!

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Catrin

Obsessed with Arthur, Catrin is frequently an accomplice to his revengeful crimes. Her doll-like face fools some into thinking she’s sweet, but her shrill, cruel laugh can be heard echoing along the woodland at night. Catrin is one of the more intelligent clowns, who can certainly look after herself…

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Arthur

Arthur is looking for revenge after being shunned from society and branded a freak. A failing comedian, Arthur has embraced a life of anarchy after being isolated. He’s slowly fallen into madness after many years, and is skulking amongst the trees of Ffear Fforest… His idea of a joke many not be the same as yours.

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Burns Jr

Burns Jr is the devious son of the boss clown, Mr Burns. A chip off the old block, Burns Jr is just as unpredictable as his father, but being the younger of the two, has a lot more energy and a lot to prove! He’s looking to impress his dad at any cost, meaning he will stop at nothing to get his scare.

The survivors

Join our survivors’ wall by sharing your Ffear Fforest pics and vids on social media. Tag or mention us to take your place!

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Dodging clowns is hungry work

There’ll be plenty of chance to grab a bite to eat and drink at Ffear Fforest, both in our Snack Shack, which offers hot food and drink, and our TiPi Bar, which offers a selection of cold drinks and alcohol. Be warned, just because you’re eating and drinking, that doesn’t mean you’re safe from the clowns!

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Choose your night pass and buckle up for a night of frights

The clowns are waiting… get your standard Night Pass or elevate the experience with some extreme extras, the choice is yours.

From £28 *
(+£5 booking fee per order)
North Wales

Zip World Betws-y-Coed

Betws-y-coed, LL24 0HX
"Ffear Forest is just brilliant. They've really put a lot of thought and planning into it. We spent 3 hours there and had a ball. I'm 65 and I was scared! It's so good!"
Survivor | Old Colwyn

How to find us

Just a stone’s throw away from the iconic Welsh village of Betws-y-Coed, Zip World Betws-y-Coed is easily accessible on road, or via local train and bus routes.