Xtreme Fright Nights

Good Morning,
So the dust has settled and the comments are being read through on what was an amazing first night at Twinlakes Park in Melton.

The 13 nights of fright have begun, Xtreme fright nights at Twinlakes is officially under way.

Final checks and tests, briefing of the staff and actors, last minute tweaks and focusing, make up and costumes, radio checks, sound systems.....there was no more time, 7pm and the gates opened.

An amazing amount of people had somehow appeared whilst i was finishing off in "the pie factory", the que lines were already in place and the anticipation was very apparent.

My team could do no more, except listen to the reactions as the first guests came running from attraction exits, laughter, swearing, relief but most importantly screaming.....its what it is all about!!!

Both "punishment" and "the pie factory" appeared to be the hard hitters and the comments were just excellent, a moment to be proud of the work that has been done throughout the park and to really appreciate that this slightly crazy industry that we are in has such a demand from thrill seekers and people who just enjoy being scared out of their wits. 

Amazing, just amazing is the best thing i can say, the evening was a great success. Deemed as a preview night, we see this first night as the "dress rehearsal" it is the opportunity to finally test the product in anger and take the information that we glean to improve the rest of the event. This is an invaluable chance to witness crowd behavior, how staff act and work under pressure and also any tech issues that have chosen to raise their ugly heads.

I must say it has been a pleasure to put FunFear's name to this event, it has been challenging at times, frustrating maybe, having technical issues that i may of overlooked in the planning process but luckily always seem to find an answer for, but ultimately pride in our work.

The team at Twinlakes have been a pleasure to work along side and we have been welcomed and respected in all aspects of this build. Twinlakes have had no fear in asking questions, requesting guidance and advise at times to ultimately achieve the best event that they can, it is never a hardship to explain or advise in these situations and i feel that this constant thirst for knowledge will lead them to achieve one of the biggest Halloween events in the UK.

A huge thankyou to all of my crew who have worked on this project, and also a thankyou to the team at Twinlakes, with the welcoming attitude rarely found "down south", the hospitality and constant stream of tea has been exceptional. Many thanks and very good luck with the rest of the season.

For any information on this event please check xtreme fright nights

Ian