We may think the craze for all things creepy and gory and for carving pumpkin lanterns is a new one - but our photos today prove otherwise.

We've been trying to scare the living daylights out of each other for decades!

If you are decorating your home - and have carved your pumpkin - or even have some fantastic fancy dress for the big day itself, we would love to see your Halloween photos.

You can send them straight to our newsroom via the Send Now button below...