Essentials

Hocus Crow has a passion for the past – particularly the ghostly bits. Graveyards at dusk, medieval curses, haunted tapestries, he loves it all. He insists he once saw a ghost toad wearing Victorian ruffles – possibly related to Ricky Rain Frog (“Same glare,” he says gravely). Whether or not the sightings are real is beside the point. Hocus lives for the lore. Bartholomew Bear swears Hocus’ Halloween party stories are the best! And he loves his midday mystery tours – they’re less scary than his midnight mystery tours (rumor has it, Hocus created the midday tour just for Bartholomew).

Mummy Bob is a legendary sweet maker – and his specialty? Halloween. From ghoulishly good sherbet to bon bons, every treat is wrapped up in showstopping packaging. Glow-in-the-dark lettering: check. Boxes bejeweled with googly eyes: check. Cobweb trim: check. His most famous creation – Mallow Mischief – was a runaway success: a fusion of gooey goodness and unexpected flavors (pickled egg and honey, anyone?). Looking for treat (or trick) ideas? Bob’s already got a vision board for next Halloween’s inspo!

Mysti Ghost is the mastermind behind some of the most talked-about Jellycat soirées – her events need to be seen to be believed! Think luminous garlands, floating balloon formations, and the kind of entrance that makes guests gasp. Literally. Admittedly, her music taste leans paranormal (expect a lot of spooky synths), but once the lights dim, and the cobweb disco ball spins… Well, you’ll be glad you RSVP’d.

If you’re throwing a Halloween party, there’s only one DJ you want. Nay, one DJ you need! And that’s Ooky Jack O Lantern. All glow, all go, and absolutely no cobweb classics. With his infectious grin and a playlist that jumps from monster funk to ghostly disco, he’s a pumpkin of many talents. He works closely with Amuseables Cassette Tape – she handles the old-school mixes while he adds the spooky flair. And if you hear an unexpected beat drop in the middle of trick-or-treating? That’s probably Ooky, queuing up his pumpkin remix.

Halloween is Skeleton Bob’s time. He runs the most beloved haunted house in London – it’s the perfect blend of fun and frightening. Every cobweb is artfully placed, and every creaky floorboard is meticulously tuned. He’s not scary, exactly – more... invested. With polished bones, a booming voice, and an encyclopaedic knowledge of ghost stories, Bob believes in atmosphere over actual terror. (“Jump scares? Dreadfully uncouth.”) Visitors are gently spooked, thoroughly impressed, and often leave with a complimentary cobweb. Bob insists they’re authentic – don’t ask where he gets them!

Spookipaws Cat is terrifyingly lucky. Black fur, midnight tail, sharp little stare? She’s the good omen of all good omens! For Spookipaws, vending machines double-drop. Every flight she has a spare seat next to her. Her umbrella? Never lost. Her toast? Always lands butter-side up. At Halloween, her luck goes into overdrive. Full-size chocolate bars. Never a single raisin. Even Timmy Turtle agreed to wear a costume once. “A moment of madness,” he muttered. She just winked. Stick close. You might catch a little of the magic.