Woman condemns ‘depraved’ content at Liverpool Halloween attraction

Doughty told the BBC it was “irresponsible and unjustifiable to make a mockery of sexual assault”.

She said she had enjoyed the wider attraction before and had gone again in a group of seven which included two 15-year-olds.

The teenagers had been able to buy tickets for the optional Hellfire Club but, when they were not allowed in due to their age, Doughty and her friend used them.

She said she was “angry” and “in disbelief” at the sexually graphic nature of the experience.

“It wasn’t a joke. It wasn’t funny,” she said.

Newsham Scream Park said the Hellfire Club was “designed to deliver an intense experience” and was optional and adults-only, with ID required for anyone under the age of 21.

“Guest welfare is a priority throughout the attraction and our terms and conditions, which much be agreed to before entering the attraction, outline the nature of the experience, including its adult and horror themes, physical interaction and sensory effects,” it said..

“They also highlight that some elements may cause distress, identify circumstances in which the attraction may not be suitable, and explain that guests can end their participation immediately, at any time, using the safe word provided without explanation.”

The park added guests changing their mind after reading the terms and conditions could have a refund and said it recognised the themes “will not be suitable for everyone and encourage all guests to read the information provided carefully before deciding whether to participate”.