In the misty heart of Staffordshire, where ancient towers loom like silent sentinels under a blood-orange sunset, the air thickened with anticipation on a crisp Saturday evening. Alton Towers Resort, that sprawling kingdom of adrenaline and illusion, unveiled its most bone-chilling spectacle yet: Scarefest 2025. From September 27 through November 2, this Halloween extravaganza promises a relentless barrage of creepy scares, heart-pounding shocks, and gravity-defying thrills, transforming the theme park into a labyrinth of the macabre. Rides like the twisted coils of The Smiler, the reborn fury of Nemesis, and the brand-new Toxicator— a venomous drop tower that hurls riders into simulated toxic oblivion—stay open until 9 p.m., daring the brave (or foolish) to conquer darkness after dusk. But it’s the fresh terrors that steal the spotlight: Edge of the Forest, a fog-shrouded woodland maze where twisted figures lurk in the underbrush, and Dark Hollow, an abandoned mine echoing with guttural whispers and sudden ambushes. For those seeking a lighter haunt, Trick O’ Treat Town offers family-friendly spookiness with HARIBO and MAOAM treats, while the spectral Amigos in the Afterlife croon eerie tunes amid glowing lanterns. Tickets start at just £34, luring thrill-seekers to extend their terror with themed overnight stays in the resort’s haunted hotels.
Yet, amid the fog machines and flickering jack-o’-lanterns, it wasn’t just ghouls that commanded attention—it was a constellation of stars who descended upon the park, blending celebrity glamour with genuine gasps of fright. Leading the pack was heavyweight boxing legend Tyson Fury, the 37-year-old Gypsy King himself, who traded the ring’s ropes for Scarefest’s shadowy paths. Flanked by his youngest sons, eight-year-old Tyson Jr. and six-year-old Adonis, Fury arrived looking every bit the protective patriarch in a casual black hoodie and jeans. But the undefeated champion—known for staring down giants like Oleksandr Usyk—proved no match for the event’s masterful jump scares. As the trio ventured through one of the fog-choked mazes, Fury’s towering 6-foot-9 frame visibly jolted, his hands clasped tightly around his boys’ as he let out a booming yelp that echoed off the faux cobblestones. “Dad’s not so tough after all!” little Adonis might have giggled, though the father’s wide-eyed scramble spoke volumes. It was a rare, unguarded moment for Fury, a man whose life is a whirlwind of title defenses and family milestones, now reduced to playful pandemonium under the park’s strobe-lit canopy.
Joining the Fury clan in this symphony of screams was darts sensation Luke Littler, the 18-year-old prodigy whose pinpoint precision on the oche has already netted him world championship glory. Dressed down in a simple gray tracksuit and trainers, the Warrington whiz kid blended into the crowd like a shadow, but his presence added an electric buzz. Littler, fresh off another triumphant tournament run, zipped through the attractions with the same cool focus he brings to the bullseye, though even he cracked a grin during a particularly vicious actor’s lunge from the undergrowth. “These mazes are mental—way scarier than facing a 180 on match point,” he quipped to a fellow rider, his Lancashire lilt cutting through the canned thunder. For Littler, it was a welcome breather from the spotlight, a chance to revel in the anonymous thrill of the unknown.
The star-studded affair brimmed with more familiar faces, turning the launch into a veritable who’s who of British entertainment. Hollyoaks actress Jorgie Porter beamed as she posed arm-in-arm with her young daughter, their matching pumpkin-spiced outfits a nod to the season’s whimsy amid the horror. Nearby, Emmerdale’s Adele Silva struck a mischievous pose with her own little one, the pair giggling through a milder haunt designed for pint-sized adventurers. Coronation Street’s Antony Cotton, ever the effervescent force, navigated the crowds in a flamboyant striped jumper, trading barbs with scare actors who couldn’t resist his quick wit. Charley Webb, the former soap siren, orchestrated a full family escapade, her chic leather jacket and boots a stylish shield against the chills as she ushered her kids toward the Runaway Mine Train’s rattling rails. And adding a touch of soap dynasty drama, Scarlett Thomas—daughter of Coronation Street’s Tina O’Brien—linked arms with her mum for an afternoon of unbridled exuberance. The duo’s animated squeals pierced the air as they plummeted on the Wicker Man coaster, Tina’s windswept laughter mingling with Scarlett’s triumphant whoops. “This is what memories are made of—screams and all,” Tina reflected later, her eyes sparkling with the simple joy of shared adrenaline.
For Tyson Fury, though, the outing carried an extra layer of emotional resonance, coming hot on the heels of a family bombshell that had the tabloids buzzing. Just the night before, during Venezuela Fury’s 16th birthday bash, his eldest daughter had accepted a proposal from her boyfriend, aspiring boxer Noah Price. The clip of the knee-bending moment, shared breathlessly on Venezuela’s Instagram Story, captured Noah— an East Midlands belt holder with a fighter’s grit—slipping a ring onto her finger amid cheers and confetti. Paris Fury, Tyson’s steadfast wife of two decades, wasted no time in celebrating the news online, posting a heartfelt message: “Congratulations to @venezuelafuryofficial and @7noahprice on getting engaged. Both only young but when you know you know! Still in shock but very happy for you both. Me and your Dad couldn’t be prouder xxx.” It’s a sentiment laced with personal poetry; Tyson and Paris themselves sparked their romance as teens—Tyson at 17, Paris at 15—rekindling it dramatically at her 16th birthday party years later.
Noah, 19 and already turning heads in the ring, gushed about Venezuela in a birthday tribute, dubbing her his “best friend” alongside snapshots of their sun-kissed escapades. The pair had gone public earlier this year, turning heads at high-society soirees like the York Races and Royal Ascot. There, Venezuela dazzled in a peach satin gown that cascaded low at the front and high at the back, accented by a glittering brooch, a wide-brimmed hat, and layers of gold jewelry that caught the light like fireflies. Noah matched her elegance in a navy tailored suit, red tie blooming like a rose against crisp white, his brown leather brogues polished to perfection. More recently, Venezuela channeled old Hollywood allure at a glitzy gathering, her blue floral backless mini dress hugging her frame, sky-high Louboutin heels elongating her stride, and a bold headpiece crowning her waves—all anchored by a buttery yellow Chanel tote.
Whispers swirl that Venezuela, with her poised poise and camera-ready charisma, might lace up gloves of her own, following her father’s storied path. She’s already dipped toes into the public eye via the Netflix docuseries *At Home With The Furys*, and a recent partnership with a top talent agency—alongside Peter Andre’s daughter—hints at brand deals on the horizon. For now, though, the Fury clan savors these milestones, from ring proposals to theme-park terrors.
As the sun dipped below the horizon and Scarefest’s pyres flared to life, the launch encapsulated the event’s dual soul: terror for the bold, tenderness for the bonded. In a world of scripted punches and calculated throws, nights like this remind us that the real knockouts come from the heart—and a well-timed scare. With weeks of haunts ahead, Alton Towers beckons all to face their fears, celebrity or not. Who knows what shadows await?
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