🎃 Spooktacular Fun at The Forbidden Corner This October! 👻

What an incredible Halloween season it’s been here at The Forbidden Corner! The air was buzzing with excitement, giggles, and just the right amount of spooky delight throughout October. We absolutely loved seeing all your fantastic costumes as families explored the grounds and got lost in our daytime Halloween event.

🦴 The Daytime Delights: Bones, Quizzes, and Costumes!

Seeing so many of you join the hunt for the lost green bones was a highlight, you certainly have sharp eyes! The competitive spirit for the Halloween quiz was brilliant, and it was clear everyone put their thinking caps on.

But what truly made our October special was seeing all your incredible spooky dress-up! From tiny witches and wizards to creative monsters, your efforts brought so much vibrant Halloween atmosphere to every twist and turn of the corner.

🏆 The Grand Finale: Halloween Fancy Dress Competition!

The climax of the month was, of course, the Fancy Dress Competition on Halloween itself (October 31st)! Wow, you all looked absolutely amazing. Judging was incredibly tough, but after much deliberation, here are the spectacular winners:

• 🥇 1st Place: Mandrake (from Harry Potter). The creativity and detail were simply outstanding!
• 🥈 2nd Place: Gengar (from Pokémon). A brilliant, recognisable, and brilliantly executed costume.
• 🥉 3rd Place: Vampire. An amazing little vampire costume! Truly chilling.

And yes, we definitely consider the grown-ups too! The prize for the Best Grown-Up Costume went to a dazzling and perfectly menacing Cruella de Vil. Congratulations to all our winners, and a huge thank you to everyone who participated; you truly made the day unforgettable despite the rain!

💀 “The Forgotten Corner” 16+ Scare Event

As the sun set, the true terror emerged with our 16+ Halloween Scare Event: “The Forgotten Corner.”

A massive shout-out and round of applause must go to our dedicated staff and, especially, our tireless actors! The level of commitment, detail, and sheer terrifying energy put into this event was phenomenal. Every scare, every jump, and the chilling atmosphere was a testament to their hard work and passion. It was a complete blast to run and (we hope!) a thrill to experience!

The word of our terror has spread far and wide, and we’ve been delighted by the fantastic feedback:

• “Parks, Scares & Glitter” (a respected blogger) gave us a shining review!
  • Read here
• “Judventures” (a popular Youtuber) documented the chills and thrills!
  • Watch here
• “Theme Park Loopy” (a brilliant podcast) loved the immersive horror!
  • Listen here

Crucially, our guests have spoken, too! We’ve had a sensational 6 guests leave us 100% recommendations on Facebook! Thank you for the incredible support!

We’ve enjoyed every moment of fear, fun, and fancy dress this Halloween season. Thank you to everyone who visited and made it such a huge success. We are already plotting, planning, and preparing for an even bigger and better scare season for 2026!

If you have got this far and are still reading…. here is another bonus for you. Judventures also came back on our last night to be a scare actor and create a short documentary video on what goes into the event and being a scare actor!

We are absolutely over the moon to share this incredibly exciting news! We have been officially shortlisted as a FINALIST in the prestigious Yorkshire Post Tourism Awards 2025!

In the Running for “Large Tourist Attraction of the Year!”

Our unique labyrinth of tunnels, chambers, follies, and surprises has earned us a coveted spot in the running for Large Tourist Attraction of the Year: Over 75k visitors per year.

This is a huge honour for us and a wonderful recognition of our amazing team’s hard work and commitment to making The Forbidden Corner “The Strangest Place in the World.” We’ve always known how special the Corner is, and this shortlisting confirms that the whole region agrees!

We’re especially grateful to every single person who has visited us, got a little lost (or a lot), and maybe even got a little wet from one of the water squirters hidden round the park! Thank you for loving The Forbidden Corner as much as we do, your enthusiasm is what makes all this possible.

We hope to bring more excitment and entertainment next season!

Watch Out for the Finalist Feature!

Keep your eyes peeled as The Yorkshire Post will be producing a dedicated Finalist Supplement on 11th November, and we’ll be proudly featured alongside the other brilliant tourism businesses from across Yorkshire.

Congratulations in advance to all the other finalists! We are truly looking forward to celebrating with you all on the 1st of December!

Once upon a time (about 25 years ago, to be exact), a curious little place called The Forbidden Corner opened its gates. Since then, it has been a home of wonder, surprises, and laughter for all who dared to step inside.

And now… we’ve just celebrated our 25th Birthday! 🎉

What a marvellous two-day event it was. Families wandered through our twisting paths, giggling at the mischief around each corner. We heard the most heart-warming tales, parents who once ran through our mazes as children now chasing after their own little adventurers, and even grandparents proudly showing their grandkids the secrets they once discovered long ago. The magic has truly passed through generations, and that, more than anything, made our birthday sparkle brighter than ever.

Of course, our enchanted friends joined the celebration too. Wizard Stoln Cairngorm was delighted to meet new faces (and sneak a spell or two). Rolmi the Dragon Trainer proudly showed off her baby dragon, Cinder, who was more than happy to receive some attention. Around the park, some of our other curious characters popped up, each with a grin and a story to share, often handing out our party hats.

As the day drew to a close, we were left with full hearts and smiling faces, dreaming of what adventures the next 25 years will bring. If the past is anything to go by, there will be laughter, surprises, and more than a little mischief hiding in the hedges.

So here’s to the next chapter of our story. Thank you for being part of our tale so far. The Forbidden Corner would be nothing without its brave explorers, curious children, and joyful families.

Until we see you for your next adventure… ✨

🧙‍♂️ Wizards Weekend – A Magical Success! 🏰✨

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our enchanting Wizards Weekend at The Forbidden Corner! From curious visitors to costumed characters, the event was a magical success, and we’re so grateful to all who helped bring the magic to life. The wizard Stoln Cairngorm made so many young adventurers his apprentices, honouring them with a scroll for completing the quest and a badge to recognise their standing!

Our wonderful wizard absolutely loved meeting all of you! After such a magical weekend, he’s already deep in his dusty scrolls, conjuring up even more excitement for the coming late-night summer opening. 🪄

Meanwhile, our noble knight has set off on a brave new quest, promising to return with tales of daring adventure. The fair maiden is wandering the nearby woods, collecting inspiration (and wildflowers!) to bring even more beauty to our hidden garden corners 🌸🌿.

The jester? Well, he’s still up to his usual tricks, especially in the kitchens! If your lunch went missing… You know who to blame! 🤡🍰

Our merchant has packed up their wares and is now travelling to distant lands, searching for even more magical merchandise to bring back later this summer. Keep your eyes peeled!

Over in the dragon stables, the Dragon Trainer is beaming with pride, young Ember has taken flight! Just in time, too, as little Cinder and Scorch are proving to be quite the handful. 🐉🔥

Though our characters are off on their own adventures, they’ve all vowed to pop in from time to time over the holidays. And the best news? They’ll all be returning for our 25th Birthday party on August 14th & 15th of August – it’s going to be an event you won’t want to miss! 🎉🎈

☀️ Summer Opening – Don’t forget! Longer Days, More Magic!

We’re thrilled that we’ll be open for longer hours throughout the summer holidays, giving you more time to explore, but don’t forget! All visits must be pre-booked online, so be sure to secure your time slot early to avoid disappointment.

🧭 Plan your journey
📅 Book your time slot
🧙‍♀️ And step into the adventure…

See you soon at The Forbidden Corner – where magic, mystery, and mayhem await! 🏞️✨

We’re thrilled to announce that The Forbidden Corner will be open later than ever this summer, giving you more time to explore, discover, and enjoy every mysterious twist and turn of our unique attraction!

From Monday 22nd July to Saturday 31st August, we’ll be keeping our gates open until 7:30 pm each evening, excluding Sundays and Bank holidays when we run Sunday hours as normal, opening earlier at 10 am and closing at 6 pm. Whether you’re returning for another adventure or making your very first visit, there’s never been a better time to experience the magic of long summer evenings at The Forbidden Corner.

Extended Fun, Enchanted Evenings

With the lighter evenings and warm summer air, there’s something truly special about wandering through our labyrinth of paths, tunnels, follies and surprises as the sun begins to set. We’re genuinely excited to be able to share this extended experience with our visitors – it’s the perfect way to make the most of those precious summer nights.

Important note: The last bookable entry slot will be at 5:00 pm, so be sure to pre-book your visit online to secure your place!

Food & Drink – Stay Fuelled for Adventure!

To keep everyone energised during their visit, here’s what’s cooking (and brewing) this summer:

• The Corner Café
  • Hot food served until 5:00 pm
  • Cold food is available until 6:00 pm, when the Café closes
  • A great place to grab a bite and take a breather!
• The Tower (on the Terrace)
  • Food service ends at 6:00 pm – perfect for those later snacks
• The Potting Shed (near the play park)
  • Open until 6:30 pm, serving up those essential last-minute coffees and treats
  • Ideal for a final pick-me-up while the kids burn off every last bit of energy in the play park

Plan Ahead for an Unforgettable Evening

These extended hours are for a limited time only, and with the last entry at 5:00 pm, pre-booking is essential to avoid disappointment. Book your preferred time slot online and come ready for an evening of laughter, surprises, and magical moments.

We can’t wait to welcome you to The Forbidden Corner this summer – let’s make it an adventure to remember!

Give us a call or email us to book your School Trip now!

Use a variety of enchanted tricks, tools and trinkets to best the fiendish creatures that will surprise you on your way – is it trouble or treasure that lies around the corner?