As someone who loves haunted houses, spooky stories, and everything Halloween, I always look forward to my annual pilgrimage to Sir Henry’s Haunted Trail! As an independent attraction, Sir Henry’s features three incredibly themed original mazes, onsite entertainment, and add-on experiences like laser tag and an escape room. With an exceptional level of creativity and passion, Sir Henry’s truly offers a high quality, high value haunted experience.
Making an already awesome attraction even better, Sir Henry’s Owner Zach Glaros and his team have spent the last several months making significant renovations and upgrades to each of the trails, attractions, and common areas. Pretty much every part of the “Fear Park” has received major modifications, and we were so thrilled to experience them at last night’s media event! Thank you, Sir Henry’s Haunted Trail, for inviting us out!
Haunted Trails
While Sir Henry’s offers a full evening of entertainment, it is of course most famous for its annual trails. Featuring three dynamically different original tales, I am always impressed at the level of set and prop detail, storytelling abilities, and interactive scaracting found within these spooky paths! Let’s take a look at the terror waiting for you!
Night Marrow
In a small town a cemetery worker notices graves are being dug up and left empty. After an investigation ensues, the constable discovers that the saw mill owner has been robbing graves and feasting on the bones of the deceased. To add to the horror, in the basement of his home, he’s building a whole throne from the stolen bones. A disgusted and angry mob captures the sawmill owner and decide to hang him. In his final words, he vows to return and avenge his death! As soon as the noose drops, a flock of ravens descends upon his body and feast on his flesh. Now every Hallows Eve, when the veil between the living and the dead is the thinnest, he rises from the depth of darkness and returns to the town. With the help of his loyal ravens, he hunts the living to exact his revenge and finish his throne. The townsfolk have taken to calling him Sidious. Will you escape Sidious or will you become another bone on his throne?
In my opinion, Night Marrow has the best storytelling power of the three trails. The immersive sets and imagery take guests into every corner of this small town including various homes and buildings, the city square, the cemetery, and even through the neighboring woods. With so many scenes taken directly from the trail description, it’s easy to follow the tale to its terrifying end!
Blood Masquerade
The Miklos are a wealthy, eclectic, aristocratic family descended from Romanian immigrants. But they carry with them a secret heritage, they believe that they are direct descendants of Vlad the Impaler. In honor of their daughter coming of age, and to feed their hunger, the Miklos are throwing a grand ball. Their pale appearance in contrast with their ruby red lips, along with their pointy teeth neatly filed, gives an allusion to their alleged distant vampire ancestor. Luring guests into their cellar, they trap them and use a variety of homemade devices to sypher blood from their victims. They bottle the excess blood in vintage wine bottles to overt suspicion. Tucked away in the deepest darkest part of this cellar is a beastly creature who feeds on the remains of their drained victims. A defective gene in the family line that only blood can activate, this creature is the core of the family. Will you thwart the allure or will you become a bottled memory ready to be consumed?
With over 60% of this trail receiving massive renovations (and that’s before you even MENTION the complete overhaul of the house facade), this trail looks fabulous! I really felt like I traveled through the entire Miklos mansion, from the front door to the dank cellar. Additionally, this trail’s performers produced some of my favorite interactions in the entire event. Who doesn’t love being told their blood smells sweet?
Captain’s Fury
On the outskirts of Castlemoore lies a dark fishing town named Portsmouth. A young fishing captain is soon to be married to the love of his life, Abagail. But Captain Willem Jonah is soon sent back out to sea for work. When his ship falters in an unexpected nor’easter, the captain and his crew are believed to be lost at sea forever. In mourning and deep sorrow, Abagail seeks to end her suffering the only way she can think of: she jumps to her death from the lighthouse. Her ghost is said to be seen walking along the lighthouse balcony, looking for her long lost love. Many moons later an eerie fog rolls into Portsmouth. Soon, reports of mysterious murders and tragic deaths begin to swirl. Some claim that it is the ghost of the Abagail, but the old timers in the village know what the truth is. The captain has returned from the sea. Blurring the lines between living and dead Captain Jonah has come back for his love only to learn of her tragic death. In his anger and pain, he takes his wrath to the village who has caused him to lose everything. Bringing some of his crew from the sea back with him to carry out his revenge. Who is next to join him in the watery grave?
Completely upgraded during this year’s renovations, Captain’s Fury is ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL! The trail is unrecognizable from previous iterations and includes not only new set pieces (like full size boats!) but AWESOME special effects as well. I don’t want to give anything away – because it’s too good! But just know this trail is definitely my favorite of the three!
Beyond the Trails
While the haunted paths are obviously the main event at Sir Henry’s, there’s plenty more to see and do! Let’s take a look at what other attractions and entertainment wait for you at I-4’s Premier Fear Park!
Play some games!
Sir Henry’s Haunted Trail’s premium experiences are back! Add a laser tag battle or escape game challenge to your evening for only $5 per person!
Breakout Laser Tag
In this dark arena, you can battle your friends in a fight for the ultimate title: laser tag champion! Watch out for live scaractors on the field!
Pyrum’s Snare Escape Game
Can you light the necessary pumpkins and find the code in five minutes? We did! Find out if your group can rise to the challenge in Pyrum’s Snare!
Courtyard Area
Listen to a story!
In the main courtyard, you’ll find live performers scaring guests, posing for pictures, or even reading spooky stories! Join Hagatha at the event’s centerpiece for some Sir Henry’s legends and lore!
Grab a snack!
All that terror might make you a bit…famished! Find refreshment at Sir Henry’s Spooky Eats or one of the available food vendors!
Go shopping!
You can find all sorts of unique souvenirs (like earrings, t-shirts, and shot glasses) at Sir Henry’s Swag Shop!
Sir Henry’s Haunted Tales
During last night’s media event, we got to officially meet the authors of the recently released Sir Henry’s Haunted Tales – an anthology book featuring the histories of some of Sir Henry’s most beloved characters! You can buy a signed, limited edition at the Swag Shop or online at Amazon.com!
Freaky Thoughts: Sir Henry’s Haunted Trail
Wow! For an already awesome event, Sir Henry’s Haunted Trail has really knocked it out of the park this year. The new renovations and upgrades are AMAZING, and I loved each of the three spooky attractions. If you are anywhere near Plant City (or even if you’re not – it’s worth a drive), make sure you check this out!
One last THANK YOU to Sir Henry’s Haunted Trail for an incredible evening!
Know Before You Go
- Sir Henry’s Haunted Trail is located in a relatively wooded area. Read: There will be insects! Wear bug spray to avoid getting bitten.
- This is an outdoor event, and many of the trails take place on unpaved paths. Wear closed toed shoes, comfortable shoes.
- If you’d like to avoid long lines at each haunted trail, consider purchasing a Front of Line Pass!
- Need more scares? You can buy a season pass to Sir Henry’s Haunted Trail for $99!
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