With Halloween fast approaching, a mother has shared a guide to affordable family-friendly activities across South Cumbria.

Laura Earl, from Linstock near Carlisle, has thousands of followers on Instagram, where she's known as 'The Hiking Household.'

Laura has compiled a variety of family-oriented activities taking place throughout South Cumbria, such as Halloween costume parties, pumpkin carving sessions, ghostly storytelling, and more.

Options for those who prefer to avoid frightful themes are also included, with all the events being accessible via Stagecoach buses.

Stagecoach buses offer a flat fare of £2 per person for single journeys across the county.

Fell Foot Country Park offers free family fun (Image: Supplied) For families, a group bus ticket allows up to five people to travel for a day, providing a cost-effective alternative to parking.

Laura's guide features a range of autumnal and Halloween-themed activities around South Cumbria.

Beetham Nurseries is hosting a Halloween crafting workshop.

The workshop, taking place on October 26 from 10.30am - 12.30pm, invites families to create a spooky spiderweb and Halloween mask using natural materials.

Children are encouraged to come in fancy dress.

Meanwhile, Fell Foot, a lakeshore park at the southern tip of Windermere, offers free walks and a playground.

The park is also ideal for paddling, swimming, and boating.

Tarn Hows, a short and pram-accessible circular walk, provides views of the Lakeland fells and is great for families.

Ford Park in Ulverston, a charity-run park, offers trails, a playground, and a kitchen garden.

On Tuesday, October 29, The Round House Hub & Café in Barrow will host a Ghost Gear Hunt.

Participants can help clean the beach and hunt for abandoned fishing gear that can harm marine animals.

Prizes will be awarded for the best Halloween costume.

The Millerbeck Light Railway in Staveley-in-Cartmel is hosting a Halloween spooky fun-filled day on October 26 and 27.

With pre-booked tickets, visitors can enjoy unlimited train rides and brave the haunted carriages.

The Lakeland Wildlife Oasis in Milnthorpe will reopen for a Halloween evening event on November 2.

Beetham nurseries is offering Halloween crafting (Image: Supplied) The Boo at the Zoo event will feature a fancy dress competition, late night animal feeds and talks, and creepy bugs.

The Swan Hotel will host the Monster Mash Halloween party on October 31.

Running from 5pm to 7pm, the party will feature a UV mini disco, spine-chilling treats, and fun for all ages.

Windermere Jetty Museum will provide an opportunity to make Halloween-themed creations using a range of materials.

The drop-in sessions during the half-term allow families to visit at their convenience.

Finally, the Walney Community Centre will hold its annual Halloween party on October 30.

The party will feature puppets, magic fun and games, and prizes for the best dressed.

With Laura’s guide, families can enjoy a range of activities without breaking the bank this Halloween.

For more information on the activities, visit their respective websites or social media pages.

The guide includes a range of places to visit across the region, with Stagecoach providing a convenient way to travel.

As the spooky season approaches, the guide offers a fun and economical way for families to enjoy Halloween.

From crafting at Beetham Nurseries to a spooky evening at Lakeland Wildlife Oasis, there’s something for everyone.