A ghoulishly good time can be had by all as a series of scary Halloween events take place tomorrow (Oct 31).

Hardy's of Mayland - 6pm children’s fancy dress competition with prizes. Weather permitting, there will be a barbecue followed by the adults’ fancy dress competition and a Halloween disco.

Southminster: Halloween party on the King George V Memorial playing field (CM0 7EW) from 3.30pm - 6pm next Friday. It is suitable for children up to the age of 11.

There will be a bouncy castle, magic show, face painting, children's fairground rides, Punch and Judy and donkey rides.

Free entry.

Heybridge Swifts Football Club will be holding a Halloween Monsterball.

The family friendly event takes place from 7pm until late. There will be music and entertainment and a competition for the best dressed.

Everyone is welcome.