THIS October, travel to a little Cotswolds village to be terrified, and all in the name of entertainment.

Dr Nicolas Grimoire is coming to at Westcote Village Hall with his show for creepy autumn nights, Strange Tales from the Darker Side.

You have been warned.

A spokesman said: “It’s a spine-chilling blend of magic, mind-reading and storytelling, a unique performance of Gothic Magic.

The show combining psychological illusion, mind manipulation and spooky tales.With the aid of his audience, the doctor will uncover some unsettling stories from the past, illustrated by arcane objects of all kinds.”

The spokesman added: “You will hear the terrifying story of this country’s most unusual murder, discover the secrets held by ancient photographs and help summon up the spirits of those who are long dead.”

Or are they?

The date will be Saturday, October 7, from 7.30pm.

Tickets can be reserved by calling 01993 831196 or emailing westcote.bookings@gmail.com