Highland Halloween
There were witches, vampires and skeletons walking along the riverbank tonight. The Ness Islands had been transformed into a safe haven for pirates and cut-throats. Ghoulish green lights led the way through the trees. Meanwhile, a blood-stained banner was strung from the old Caledonian Building warning of a 'Nightmare on High Street'. Say what you like, but they know how to celebrate Halloween here in Inverness. It's all part of the Winter Festival.
Of course, not everyone thinks its so much fun. When the skull & crossbones briefly replaced the Saltire on the Townhouse flagpole, some people thought this was in poor taste and it was removed.
Others, I know, feel there is enough horror on the High Street most Saturday nights as the drunks spill out of the pubs and clubs.
But the young 'uns seem to love it, including the young Zeds. They were out 'guisin' as usual and came home with a good haul of chocolate, crisps, sweets and satsumas.
Satsumas?
If you ask me, some parents are taking this healthy eating lark just too far!
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