Shoppers can experience 'The Nightmare Before Christmas’ this Halloween at Sanderson Arcade in Morpeth

Jack Skellington, Sally, and Oogie Boogie will be giving families who come along to the shopping centre in Morpeth on Tuesday, October 31 between 12.30pm and 3.30pm a chance to immerse themselves in the enchanting world of Halloween Town and Christmas Town whilst posing for photos.

A costume contest will then be held at 3pm where the spookiest, most creative costumes will be judged by Jack Skellington with prizes, kindly provided by Mr Simms Sweet Shop, up for grabs for first, second and third place.

Families can look out for pumpkins in participating store windows and free face painting will be available.

Halloween themed music and delicious food and treats will also be available from 10am until 3pm, with The Flour Room located outside the Sandersons boutique department store selling a range of spooky treats and snacks.