Halloween first originated around 2,000 years ago when Celtic people celebrated the end of the harvest and the start of a new year.
People also believed they could commune with the dead more easily during that time, lighting big bonfires in their honour.
Centuries on, people in England and Ireland continued to associate that time of year with the wandering dead. They left gifts of food to feed the peckish spirits, and people would dress in scary costumes in exchange for treats themselves. This was called “mumming,” and looked very similar to today’s trick-or-treating.
Whatever you are doing to celebrate Halloween this year, remember you are taking part in traditions that go back thousands of years and will continue to evolve as years go by. Enjoy the party and stay safe.
Happy Halloween everybody…………….