A HALLOWEEN event will be held by Bishop Auckland Town Team in and around the town centre on Saturday, October 25, from11am to 3.30pm.

A pumpkin parade will begin at noon in the Newgate Centre and there will be special themed performances from the Sandra Welsh School of Dance at 11.30am and 12.30pm.

Town team chairman Dave Hunter said: "Why not come and enjoy a Halloween filled day with spooky entertainment as we celebrate the traditional annual event. Dress up in your scary clothes and costumes and enjoy stilt-walkers, zombie dancers and a witch story teller."

The fun and family entertainment will take place on Saturday, October 25 between 11am and 3.30pm.