Compound
Located in a series of shipping containers between the Curse at Alton Manor and Forbidden Valley, Compound is a brand-new maze that takes guests deep into the world of The Phalanx. Starting in an isolated pod, you’re shown a video briefing that quickly descends into chaos. From there, guests are taken one by one—backwards—into a maze filled with multiple routes, disorienting environments, and immersive theming that’s both impressive and intense. It evoked strong memories of Sub Species: The End Games, which is high praise. One of our absolute favourites this year, and an exciting addition to the Scarefest line-up.
2025
Back again for 2025, The Compound continues to deliver the intensity and unpredictability that made it a standout last year. Although the layout hasn’t changed, there are so many possible routes that each run-through still feels different. The costumes and makeup remain first-class, and while we would love to see an even more intense version in future, the experience is still a highlight.
2026
COMPOUND is back for 2026 and this year introduces a new pre-show video while guests are locked inside their pods, featuring Toxicator.
There’s also something we’ve never seen before, with some guests being dragged out of their pods by actors.
It doesn’t happen in every pod, but it was great fun watching people’s reactions when it did happen.
We had a lot of fun inside the maze and there were some really good jump scares, but our run-through felt quite short.
There were also a few effects we’ve seen working previously that weren’t operating during our visit.
That’s always one of the issues with mazes that have multiple routes. Depending on which way you’re sent, you might not see everything.
Short, fun, but missing something.
We’d love to see COMPOUND use one main route through the maze so everyone gets the chance to experience everything inside.
