By Jack Hayward

Before I proceed to tell you all about the vast range of ‘Spook-tacular’ events going on in Sussex this week I will confess that I am not exactly enthusiastic about the whole ‘Trick-or-Treat’ fest, so apologies if some of my own negativity decides to creep in.

Never one for negativity though (ahem), I have compiled a list of some of the hotspots for local Halloween fun for all those out there who do have a penchant for throwing eggs at houses, terrorising grannies and more generally those who enjoy dressing up in ridiculous outfits all in the name of blood, guts, gore and horror.

Enough of my own personal synicism, here are some suggestions of where to go and what to do this week if you are of a more haunted persuasion…