A SPOOK-TACULAR event returned to Witham at the weekend as families enjoyed some haunted Halloween fun.
Witham Town Council's thrilling and family-friendly Halloween event was back along the scenic River Walk on Saturday.
A spokesman said: “This annual event brought joy, excitement, and Halloween spirit to the community, offering a fun-filled experience for local children.
MEET UP: Children met Halloween characters along the tral (Image: Witham Town Council)
“The Spooktacular Halloween Trail was a free event designed to entertain and engage young participants in a creative and safe environment.
SPOOKY DUO: A young pair all dressed up (Image: Witham Town Council)
“Local families gathered along the Witham River Walk to partake in a Halloween adventure filled with surprises and delights.”
ALL SMILES: Posing for a picture (Image: Witham Town Council)
On the day, children were invited to take part in a trail that led them on a quest to find hidden letters.
DRESSED UP: The event encouraged lots of Halloween costumes (Image: Witham Town Council)
These letters, once collected and placed in their booklets, allowed the children to claim a prize.
NEVER TOO OLD: Adults also dressed up for the event (Image: Witham Town Council)
One of the highlights of the event was the presence of spooky characters along the trail, where children taking part had the opportunity to interact with these characters, receiving sweets and participating in games.
IN CHARACTER: A spooky vampire during the event (Image: Witham Town Council)
Essex Police officers joined the festivities by spreading Halloween cheer and handing out sweets to the participants.
HAVE A GO: Police officers join in the fun (Image: Witham Town Council)
Magical moments were also on the menu as an entertainer put on shows and created balloon art.
KEEN EYE: Two youngsters enjoy a riverside game (Image: Witham Town Council)
The spokesman added: “Witham Town Council was delighted to provide this annual Spooktacular Halloween Trail as a token of appreciation to the community, fostering togetherness and ensuring that the Halloween spirit was alive and well in Witham.”
FUN DAY: A young pumpkin with a gravestone (Image: Witham Town Council)
It is one of many events being held by the council throughout the year, with successful events already held for Easter and the coronation of King Charles.
STOCKED UP: All smiles with Halloween bags (Image: Witham Town Council)
Coming up for the remainder of the year, include the annual Remembrance Sunday Service, which takes place this year on Sunday, November 12.
Following this, the festive season hits Witham, with a Christmas Fair on Sunday, December 2.
Santa will also be returning to the town’s winter grotto at the Town Hall once again, for three dates in December, on December 2, 13 and 22.
For more information, visit witham.gov.uk/events.
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