Is trick-or-treating legal or not?

Published on October 6, 2025

As Halloween approaches, many parents and homeowners wonder what the legal position is on trick-or-treating in the UK. From age limits to antisocial behaviour, Marc Cornock explores what’s allowed and where the line is drawn. Marc Cornock.
First published on Mon, 06 Oct 2025 as Is trick-or-treating legal or not?. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Copyright 2025

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