The Bunker Below

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Book The Bunker Below tickets for one of the best Halloween events in Essex

Selected dates from Friday 18th October - Saturday 2nd November 2024!

Get into the spirit this spooky season as you celebrate Halloween in Essex's real government nuclear bunker! Enjoy a truly one-of-a-kind Halloween event as you enjoy scares and screams in The Bunker Below...

Everything you need-to-know about The Bunker Below:

  • Dates: 18th, 19th, 20th, 24th, 25th, 26th, 27th, 31st October and 1st & 2nd November 2024
  • Times: Slots available every half an hour
  • Location: Kelvedon Hatch Secret Nuclear Bunker, Essex
  • Age Restrictions: 14+ only. Under 16's require an accompanying adult

Experience the scariest Halloween event in Brentwood

Returning for another year after two successful sell-out events in 2022 and 2023, The Bunker Below is back - bigger, better and scarier than ever...

  • Take a deep dive into the world of weird as you discover Kelvedon Hatch Secret Nuclear Bunker; a real, ex-government underground bunker
  • Explore the ex-bunker in a truly terrifying one hour experience 
  • Enjoy one of the most immersive Halloween events, created by veterans who've worked in TV, Film and Scare Events
  • Discover a range of horrifying scare mazes featuring professional scare actors
  • Grab some well-needed relaxation and refreshments from a variety of food vendors
  • Watch over your shoulder in immersive queues and scare zones! Warning: Scare actors will be active.
  • Snap some unforgettable photos in the photo opportunity areas

Escape rooms and scare mazes in Essex this October

The Signal:

  • In the deep, dark depths of the ex-government bunker, a terrifying discovery has been made
  • There are reports of an absurd audio recording driving everyone who hears it crazy
  • The audio recording - known only as The Signal - is twisting brains and creating visions from the depths of your worst nightmares...
  • The worst part? The device that creates The Signal won't shut down. 
  • It's up to you, and you alone, to experience the depths of fear and face your horrors 
  • Don't forget to avoid the individuals that have listened to The Signal for weeks... if there's anything left of them

Are you brave enough to visit The Bunker Below and help save society from going mad?

Book The Bunker Below tickets for one of the best immersive Halloween events in Essex!

Kelvedon Hall Lane,
Essex CM15 0LA
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Address: Kelvedon Hatch Secret Nuclear Bunker, Brentwood, Essex, CM15 0LA

What3Words: scare.works.slice

  • Toilets
  • Food and drink
  • Scare mazes

Please note: The Bunker Below is not recommended for children.

  • Age Restriction: 14+. Anyone under 16 must have an accompanying adult with them. 
  • Younger children can be admitted at parents' discretion, but no refunds will be given out should they not be able to complete the experience. 
  • The attraction features lots of scary scenes, adult content and gore. 

Due to the nature of the attraction, The Bunker Below is not wheelchair accessible.

This is due to stairs at the location. 

The Bunker Below was carefully-crafted as an incredible Halloween experience, meaning that you will get scared.

  • There will be jump scares, loud sounds and effects.
  • You will follow a set route through the grounds and bunker as you experience different themed scare areas. 
  • The actors will not touch you, so please do not touch the actors.
  • You may get dirt, 'blood' or makeup on you from the dressed sets, so please dress accordingly. 

If you are too scared, please alert the scarer or staff member who will help to remove you from the area via staff walkways. 

Yes! There's no need to leave the site once you enter, as The Bunker Below provides a variety of hot food, hot drinks, cold food and cold drinks from a range of food vendors and outlets. 

  • The event includes both indoor and outdoor areas.
  • 70% of the attraction takes place inside the bunker.
  • The wooded area may have uneven and muddy ground.
  • You must arrive during your timeslot. If you don't, you may have to wait for a slot to enter the bunker. 
  • Please wear comfortable shoes and sensible clothing. 
  • If you are intoxicated, you may be refused entry to the event. 
  • Photos and videos inside the bunker are prohibited. 
  • Do not touch any scare actors. 
  • Fancy dress, fake weapons and large bulky bags are not allowed. 

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