Hertfordshire Haunt Fest comes to sudden end
The company behind the festival announced it has entered voluntary insolvency
The company behind the popular Halloween Haunt Fest in Hertfordshire has announced it has ceased trading and entered voluntary insolvency, bringing this year’s event to an abrupt end.
In a statement released by Nick Doherty, CEO of In The Scenes Ltd, the company confirmed that all remaining event dates have been cancelled and the event site has now closed permanently.
“It is with deep regret that we must announce that In The Scenes Ltd, the company behind Halloween Haunt Fest, has ceased trading and entered into voluntary insolvency,” the statement read.
“Despite the team’s best efforts to deliver this year’s event successfully, unforeseen financial challenges have made it impossible for the company to continue operating sustainably.”
The announcement means that Halloween Haunt Fest will not go ahead for its remaining scheduled nights, and the public is being asked not to attend the site, which is now closed to visitors.
A licensed insolvency practitioner is being appointed to manage the company’s affairs and will contact all affected parties — including ticket holders — in due course.
“We want to express our heartfelt thanks to everyone who supported and contributed to Halloween Haunt Fest — from our talented cast and crew to our incredible audience,” Doherty added. “Your enthusiasm and creativity have meant so much to everyone involved.”
Further updates are expected once the insolvency practitioner has been formally appointed.