FROM pumpkin picking to shriek week at the zoo, Colchester Council has compiled a list of some spooky events taking place in the town.

Families will be spoilt for choice with an exciting list of activities running from October 26 until November 3.

Here are a few favourites:

- The Dark: The Ultimate Scare Experience at Rollerworld, Moorside Business Park

Event runs from October 18 to October 31. To find out more visit www.rollerworld.co.uk/the-dark.

- Shriek Week at Colchester Zoo

Event runs from October 26 to November 3. To find out more visit www.colchester-zoo.com/event/shriek-week.

- A Mighty Roman Sleepover at Colchester Castle, Castle Park

Event on October 26. To find out more visit incolchester.co.uk/events.

- Halloween Trail at High Woods Country Park

Event runs on October 26 and 27. To find out more visit www.visitcolchester.com.

- Fenwick Ghosts at Colchester Castle, Castle Park

Event runs on October 29. To find out more visit www.visitcolchester.com.

- Go Live: Creepy Crawlies at Natural History Museum, High Street

Event runs on October 30. To find out more visit www.visitcolchester.com.

- Crystal Skulls at Hollytrees Museum, Castle Park

Event runs on October 31. To find out more visit www.visitcolchester.com.

- Woodland Witches and Wizards Workshop at Fingringhoe Wick

Event runs on October 29 and November 1. To find out more visit www.essexwt.org.uk/events.