As families across the North East and beyond celebrated National Pumpkin Day in the run-up to Fright Night itself (Monday, October 31), we asked our artistic readers to get in touch with their best pictures of pumpkin carvings and displays. From classic horror characters to friendly ghosts, animals and more, there are some great ideas here to try out at home.
Whatever your skill set, there is something for everyone to enjoy when it comes to pumpkin carving and other Halloween crafts. From the simple to the intricate, see if one of the designs here inspires you for your own creepy – or, indeed, cute – creation.
Happy Halloween! Keep the pictures coming and share yours with us – along with any Spooky Snaps of frightening fancy dress – on our Facebook page.
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Happy Halloween! If you are stuck for an idea for this year's pumpkin carving, why not try out one of these from our readers. Photo: UGC
. Hocus Pocus
Now that's what we call a line-up! Celebrating National Pumpkin Day and Halloween with Kelly Pemberton. Photo: Kelly Pemberton
. Apocalypse
A headless horseman rides again for the spooky season. Celebrating National Pumpkin Day and Halloween with Katie Gray. Photo: Katie Gray
. The whole gang
Can't decide which design to go for? Why not try your hand at a couple! Celebrating National Pumpkin Day and Halloween with Claire Whitfield. Photo: Claire Whitfield
. Wrapped up
We want our mummies! Celebrating National Pumpkin Day and Halloween with Diane Spencer. Photo: Diane Spencer
. Skeleton
A horse's skeleton was the inspiration for this carving. Celebrating National Pumpkin Day and Halloween with Katie Gray. Photo: Katie Gray
. Young artist at work
Elodie, age 2, shows off her pumpkin creation! Well done! Celebrating National Pumpkin Day and Halloween with Laura Forbes and Elodie. Photo: Laura Forbes
. Always watching
This pumpkin has both of its beady eyes on you ... Celebrating National Pumpkin Day and Halloween with Sue Tomlinson. Photo: Sue Tomlinson
. Mythical
The Laidley Worm with Bamburgh Castle in the backgrond. Celebrating National Pumpkin Day and Halloween with SaFi Hagan. Photo: SaFi Hagan
. A scary smile
Celebrating National Pumpkin Day and Halloween with Kimberley Warren. Photo: Kimberley Warren
. Classic creation
A Jack Skellington-inspired pumpkin. Celebrating National Pumpkin Day and Halloween with Carol Keys. Photo: Carol Keys
. Meow
The cute smile on this pumpkin cat makes a change from all of the scary designs. By Evie-Rose, age 7. Celebrating National Pumpkin Day and Halloween with Kirstie-Anne Richardson and Evie-Rose. Photo: Kirstie-Anne Richardson
. Who you gonna call?
We've spotted Ghostbusters and Harry Potter designs in this pumpkin line-up. Celebrating National Pumpkin Day and Halloween with Zane Laight. Photo: Zane Laight
. Autumnal
The colours of autumn beautifully presented in this display. Celebrating National Pumpkin Day and Halloween with Susan Howlett. Photo: Susan Howlett
. Boo!
Someone's in the mood for a scare! Celebrating National Pumpkin Day and Halloween with Lisa Donkin. Photo: Lisa Donkin
. Spider-Man
A superhero and villain pictured on pumpkins. Celebrating National Pumpkin Day and Halloween with Kim Alderson. Photo: Kim Alderson
. A pirate's life for me
A pirate-inspired skull design on this Halloween pumpkin. Celebrating National Pumpkin Day and Halloween with Christine Cheal. Photo: Christine Cheal
. Seasonal
A tasteful pumpkin display. Celebrating National Pumpkin Day and Halloween with Lynsey Wilkie. Photo: Lynsey Wilkie
. Sleep tight
We'll be seeing this pumpkin display in our nightmares ... Celebrating National Pumpkin Day and Halloween with David Dellow. Photo: David Dellow
. Streaming now
Without a doubt one of the most talked-about shows of the year. Celebrating National Pumpkin Day and Halloween with Abbie Foster. Photo: Abbie Foster
. A closer look
Two views of this Halloween pumpkin. Celebrating National Pumpkin Day and Halloween with Rachael Bird. Photo: Rachael Bird
. Best friends
A tribute to our four-legged friends in pumpkin. Celebrating National Pumpkin Day and Halloween with Laura Thompson. Photo: Laura Thompson
. Strike action
Steve shows support for striking CWU members. Celebrating National Pumpkin Day and Halloween with Steve Keeley. Photo: Steve Keeley
. Scream
A familiar scary mask for those of us of a certain age. Celebrating National Pumpkin Day and Halloween with Andrew Newton. Photo: Andrew Newton
. Haunted
The skill in this design! Celebrating National Pumpkin Day and Halloween with Ray Gill. Photo: Ray Gill
. Present and correct
The whole gang ready for the Halloween season. Celebrating National Pumpkin Day and Halloween with Nadia Bond. Photo: Nadia Bond
. Here it comes ...
Celebrating National Pumpkin Day and Halloween with Steven Logan. Photo: Steven Logan
. We're scared
Celebrating National Pumpkin Day and Halloween with Claire Louise Savage, Photo: Claire Louise Savage
. Shining bright
Celebrating National Pumpkin Day and Halloween with Christine Savage. Photo: Christine Savage
. Feeling floral
Another Halloween display with a difference - love the flowerrs. Celebrating National Pumpkin Day and Halloween with Shelbee Buzz. Photo: Shelbee Buzz
. The Nightmare Before Christmas
Oogie Boogie drops by to remind us Halloween is on the way. Celebrating National Pumpkin Day and Halloween with Claire Louise Savage. Photo: Claire Louise Savage
. Casper
We love this friendly ghost! Celebrating National Pumpkin Day and Halloween with Victoria Naisbett. Photo: Victoria Naisbett
. Angry eyes
Celebrating National Pumpkin Day and Halloween with Christine Savage. Photo: Christine Savage
1. Hocus Pocus
Now that's what we call a line-up! Celebrating National Pumpkin Day and Halloween with Kelly Pemberton. Photo: Kelly Pemberton
2. Apocalypse
A headless horseman rides again for the spooky season. Celebrating National Pumpkin Day and Halloween with Katie Gray. Photo: Katie Gray
3. The whole gang
Can't decide which design to go for? Why not try your hand at a couple! Celebrating National Pumpkin Day and Halloween with Claire Whitfield. Photo: Claire Whitfield
4. Wrapped up
We want our mummies! Celebrating National Pumpkin Day and Halloween with Diane Spencer. Photo: Diane Spencer