Although we loved reading about Nearly Headless Nick in Harry Potter, we’re not sure we’d want to snuggle up to him on our next UK getaway. But then again, you could describe us as being easily scared.

For those who consider themselves Halloween enthusiasts, so much so that they get a thrill from being frightened, October is the perfect time to take a staycation. But instead of a snuggly Scottish castle or quaint bed and breakfast, a more spooktastic option is a haunted holiday home which is guaranteed to up the ante this Halloween.

So, with the bravery of Melissa McCarthy in Ghostbusters, we challenge you to spend the 31 of the most frightful month of the year reading ghost stories in an abandoned castle or paranormal graveyards to make this Halloween your most thrilling yet.

We’ve equipped you with everything you need, the rest is up to you.

So what are you waiting for, scaredy cat? Happy ghost-hunting…

Would you stay in one of these haunted houses for a scary Halloween staycation?