WE’VE got a real treat - rather than a trick - in today’s Gazette as the clock ticks towards next weekend’s Halloween celebrations.
With just a few days to go, we asked our Camera Club members for their best spooky pictures of Colchester and north Essex.
Lifting our spirits - Carol Franklyn sent this picture of a church in Bocking
We threw down the gauntlet and asked for your best photos - maybe eerie shots of the castle or images dominated by shadows, cobwebs or the moon.
As you can see from the pictures on this spread, we were not to be disappointed.
No mooner said than done - David Waterman responded to our challenge with this great picture
We received some spectacularly spooky, atmospheric photos so thanks to all who got in touch.
Look out for more of your amazing Halloween-themed pictures in Wednesday’s Gazette.
Take me to church - David Waterman sent this spectacular picture of St Botolph’s Church, in Colchester
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Atmospheric - Joanne Harkup sent this stunning picture from deep in the Essex countryside
Skeleton crew - Ken Durling’s picture depicts “the evil that lurks below Chappel Viaduct, also known as Kevin Jay”
Ray of light - Kevin Jay took this illuminating picture on Frinton beach
Gourd of the Rings - Kevin Jay took a picture of this creepy scene, including pumpkins, at The House, in Tendring
Don’t look, I’m changing - these traffic lights add to the sense of atmosphere outside Colchester’s Shoulder of Mutton pub. Thanks for the picture Matt Clowes
Branching out - Nicola Scott’s picture of the “Tollesbury Tree”
Skeleton in the closet - Ron Bell sent this picture of the “Princess of Darkness”
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