Gloriously creepy Hallowe'en celebrations in Wigan from 2002 to 2010

The Wigan Today picture vaults have creaked open for these thrillingly delightful shots of folk having fun during Hallowe’ens past.

They were taken for the Wigan Observer and Wigan Evening Post between 2002 and 2010.

13. Halloween celebrations in Wigan over the years

Enjoying a spooky Halloween party at Asda in Wigan are Barbara Heyes with Esther, Jessica, and Melissa Brojerdi Photo: Gary Brunskill

Chloe Stater and Hayley Bowles have their faces painted at Asda in Wigan Photo: Gary Brunskill

Megan, Anita Woolfenden, Jill Hyde and Patrick make Halloween cakes during a cookery session at Ince Children's Centre Photo: Paul Greenwood

Lucy, Tawana, Megan, Kacey and Ryan show off their Halloween bakery skills at Ince Children's Centre Photo: Paul Greenwood