A ghoulish crowd of 400 trick or treaters turned out for a Trowbridge shopping centre’s Halloween event.

Children dressed in spooky costumes went on a trail around The Shires shopping centre, where store managers dished out treats.

The event was organised by the centre’s ‘ management team and Cerry Robinson, who runs the Sweet Shop in the mall.

She said: “Everything has gone very well and we’ve been pleased to welcome so many families to a safe trick or treating environment.”

Awards were given for the best costumes, with eight-year-old Lauren Milner taking top spot.

Sarah-Louise Moore, The Shires centre manager, who dressed as a skeleton for the day, said: “This is good colourful fun for all the family.”