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theresident.co.uk | October 2016 15
recommends5 of the best tricks and treats for Halloween
3MONSTER
MASH
This month the Rivoli
Ballroom will host the annual
Halloween disco in their beautiful
Art Deco auditorium on 29
October, as well as hosting a
screening of The Shining on 28
October. Begin the evening by
taking in a spectacular cabaret
show, which will then descend into
a night of disco and funk as live
music and DJ sets take over. Dress
code is ‘terrifying 70s and 80s’.
350 Brockley Road SE4 2BY;
020 8692 5130; rivoliballroom.com
4PUMPKIN
HUNT
Chislehurst’s High Street
will transform into a spooky
spectacle for children of all ages
for the Halloween Pumpkin Hunt
on 28 October. Uncover secret
tricks and treats hidden in local
boutiques and high street stores
whilst exploring the town. Round
off the day with a family meal by
eating out in one of the several
pubs and restaurants, and look
our for fancy dress prizes too.
Chislehurst High Street BR7 5AB;
visitchislehurst.org.uk
2CAVE IN
With over 20 miles of eerie
underground pathways,
you can easily get lost in the
Chislehurst Caves if you take a
wrong turn. The caverns have
quite a history, and as well as
playing a key role in WWII, have
also been used as the setting for
scenes in Doctor Who and for
rock concerts. For a truly spooky
Halloween treat, take a walk
through the chalky tunnels on
hourly guided lamp-lit ‘Scream
Tours’ on 30 and 31 October.
chislehurst-caves.co.uk
5SUIT UP
Prangsta Costumiers have
been hand making stunning
costumes and props in the heart of
Deptford for over ten years. Their
items regularly feature in photo
shoots and music videos, drawing
in everyone from models to royalty.
The spacious showroom provides
an endless wardrobe of unique
vintage clothing to buy or hire,
featuring the most lavish, gothic
and bohemian styles, perfect for All
Hallow’s Eve celebrations.
304 New Cross Road SE14 6AF;
prangsta.co.uk
resident
The Guide
1GHOST HUNTER
Dare to embark on the Cutty Sark for an exclusive night tour on
28 October, exploring its hidden depths and unseen cabins by
candlelight. This intimate experience promises to reveal the darkest
tales and events all aboard the iconic ship, before a late screening of
the classic 1931 film Dracula below deck. Over 18’s only.
King William Walk SE10 9TH; rmg.co.uk
Words:HannahHastings