Halloween is just around the corner, and everyone is gearing up for the parties, trick or treating and general spookiness.

It is time to get into those costumes and put on your best scary face.

Here are some of the places in and around Watford to buy costumes for the big day.

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Masquerade Fancy Dress

This shop, located in Langley Road, has extended its opening hours for the spooky season as it is stocked with all the costumes and fake blood you will need.

It is open from 11am everyday and closes at different times thought the week.

Address: 23 Langley Rd, Watford WD17 4PR.

B&M

This is always a good shout if you need anything last-minute as it sells many things from homeware to decorations to costumes and sweets for trick or treaters.

The closest B&M is in Watford town centre and open from 8am to 6.30pm, Monday to Saturday, and 11am to 5pm on Sundays.

Address: 22 - 23 High St, Hertfordshire WD17 1EA.

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Flying Tiger

Another shop in Watford which is handy for Halloween trinkets and decorations.

There are a few costumes and accessories which can be purchased from here at a low price if you need a quick and easy way to dress up.

Address:

Lower mall, Atria, Watford WD17 2TF.

Primark

This is a shop loved by many and if you need little bits to help finish your costume off with.

It is currently selling spooky jewellery and headbands for low prices and are an easy way to jazz up a costume.

Address: 109-111 High St, Watford WD17 2TA.

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The Range

This is located in the Arches Retail Park and has everything needed, including Halloween arts and crafts, decorations and face paint.

It also has items which can be used for Halloween-inspired baking to make your baked goods that bit more themed.

Address: Watford Arches Retail park, Watford WD17 2SD.

Aldi

This supermarket chain is currently selling spooky items as well as Halloween-inspired food and pumpkins.

It is located across the road from The Range so is a quick stop to grab some sweets and a pumpkin to carve ready for the big night.

Address: Unit 8, Century Park, Dalton Way, Watford WD17 2SF.