Edgware traders come together to create community event to help boost business.

DOZENS of ghosts, vampires, werewolves and pumpkins descended on Edgware last night as part of shopkeeper's efforts to scare up more trade.

More than 100 children and their parents turned out for the newly-formed Edgware Business Forum's first event, a Halloween treasure hunt and costume competition.

People aged five months to 50 took part in the day, the first in a series of planned events to bring the community closer together.

Youngsters were able to take part in the treasure hunt, with prizes provided by local shops, while parents were encouraged to go in and see what is on offer in the local high street.

Afterwards they were treated to entertainment from dance group Street Jam, who won the UK street dance finals at the weekend at the Simply Scumptious smoothie shop.

Forum chairman Peter Dresner, of Peter Adams Furniture shop, said he was “delighted” at the strong turnout.

He told the Times Series: “The support we've had from the community is absolutely amazing. We really weren't sure what the turnout would be.

“We really wanted traders to come together and offer something to bring people back to the local high street. In recent months it's been quiet, people just pass through.

“What we want is action, not just words, which is why we're organising these events.”

The idea also got the thumbs up from mother Sharon Thomas, of Millford Gardens, gave the event the thumbs-up.

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