Lola Roberts said donating unwanted Halloween costumes would help other families save money
Parents in Merseyside are turning to a free Halloween costume swap scheme to avoid prices one mother described as "completely extortionate".
Lola Roberts, who visited Prescot Library with her children, said her son had chosen a clown costume costing £40, so she showed him free alternatives.
Knowsley Council is running the scheme during half-term to help families save money and reduce the number of costumes thrown away after Halloween.
Organisers said the scheme had proved popular, with children trying on costumes and taking part in craft activities.