The home of Halloween opens its doors for five weeks of twisted revelries when The Master of Tricks takes up residence at The London Dungeon to preside over a season of scream, inducing trick or treating from Wednesday, October 1 to Wednesday, November 5. Expect mischief, mayhem, costumes, pumpkins, hair raising scares, jump through the roof surprises, terrible tricks and dastardly dares - PLUS a few unexpected treats thrown in.

Despicable, dark and downright double crossing, The Master of Tricks is setting up shop with his wheel of dares, his boxes of scares and his games of deception. Forfeits galore are in store for those who land a dare on the giant trick or treat wheel, expect unexpected sense-ational surprises inside his trick or treat boxes and prepare to be duped and bamboozled by his trick laden game of cups. And the trickery doesn't end there. Once inside the depths of the Dungeon, guests will be dealt trick or treat cards to determine their fates as they journey through 1000 years of London's dark past. Will they get a yummy pie from Sweeney Todd's sidekick Mrs Lovett or a place in the torturers' chair? The cards will decide.  

And because it's Halloween expect darker, scarier and altogether more twisted behaviour from a cast of history's most notorious characters – from Guy Fawkes to Jack the Ripper – guests will meet them all in 18 shows with edge of the seat surprises guaranteed.  PLUS two exciting thrill rides - Drop Dead Drop Ride and NEW The Tyrant Boat ride.

Tickets MUST be booked in advance and a timed ticket system will be in operation throughout the Halloween season.  Book ahead early to secure the time of your choice.  Find out more and book at www.thedungeons.com/london

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KEY INFORMATION

• Halloween opening times:

                 Wednesday, October 1 to Wednesday, November 5: 10am-5pm Monday to Friday EXCEPT Thursday when the attraction opens at 11am; 10am-6pm Saturday and Sunday.

      25-27 October: 10am-7pm

      28-29 October: 9.30am-9pm

      30 October: 11am-9pm

      31 October: 9.30am-10pm

      1 November: 9.30am-9pm

      2 November: 10am-7pm

• Guests are advised to check website to confirm opening times and MUST pre book tickets before visiting
• Best prices online at www.thedungeons.com/london
• Prices from £17.50 (adult), £15.95 (children)
• Enjoy a whole London day out and save 25% with combination tickets for The London Dungeon, London Eye, SEA LIFE London Aquarium and Madame Tussauds
• Nearest tube: Waterloo/ Westminster

For further information please contact:

Claudia Parker/Karen Abrams at freerange communications on 020 7402 9966 or claudia@freerange.eu

Note to Editors:

MERLIN ENTERTAINMENTS plc is the leading name in location-based, family entertainment. Europe's Number 1 and the world's second-largest visitor attraction operator, Merlin now operates 104 attractions, 10 hotels/3 holiday villages in 22 countries and across 4 continents. The company aims to deliver memorable and rewarding experiences to its almost 60 million visitors worldwide, through its iconic global and local brands, and the commitment and passion of its managers and more than 20,000 + employees. 

Among Merlin's attractions are - SEA LIFE, Madame Tussauds, LEGOLAND, The London Eye, Dungeons, Gardaland, LEGOLAND Discovery Centres, Alton Towers Resort, Warwick Castle, THORPE PARK Resort, Blackpool Tower, Heide Park Resort, WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo, Sydney Tower Eye and SKYWALK.  All brands which are distinctive, challenging and innovative – and which have great potential for growth in the future. Visit www.merlinentertainments.biz for more information.