Wordy Wise

ALL SHALLOWS EVE — Adam confirms the water in the Garden of Eden is not deep.

BRICK OR TREAT — Halloweener makes offer you can’t refuse.

APPLE ROBBING — a raid into the orchard.

JOCK O’LANTERN — Edinburgh lamplighter.

PUMPKIN CAVING — somewhat atmospheric potholing.

POMPKIN PIE — a ceremonial family treat.

John Cuthbertson, Durham.