From ghosts to giant spiders, big cats to crocodiles, and even the occasional pooing man, south-east London and north Kent has seen its fair share of scary sights over the years.

Browse through our gallery of the most terrifying spectacles to terrorise the residents of the News Shopper area.

If you've seen anything out of the ordinary recently and want to share your story, email patrickgg@london.newsquest.co.uk.