Halloween

Not everyone enjoys or wants to take part in Halloween.

If you'd prefer not have trick or treaters call at your door, you can download and display our 'no trick or treat' sign in your front door or window. It's a simple way to let others know you're not taking part.

If you're taking young children out

Halloween can be a fun experience for children, and a few precautions can keep it safe:

• children should be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times
• it's best to visit homes of people you know
• if a house doesn't have decorations or a pumpkin outside, it's likely they're not participating, so it's best not to knock

If you have teenagers going out

Older children may want more independence, but it's important they understand how to celebrate respectfully:

• avoid knocking at homes without decorations or pumpkins outside
• do not use alcohol or play a trick on someone using flour or eggs
• if a 'no trick or treat' sign is displayed, they should move on without knocking
• encourage them to stay in groups and never go into a stranger's home
• remind them that Halloween is meant to be fun, not frightening for others

Let's work together to make Halloween safe, respectful, and enjoyable for everyone, whether they're celebrating or not.