Overview

• TK Maxx began selling Halloween-themed home accessories in June, roughly four months ahead of the holiday season.
• Its online store features over 200 items, including kiln-fired pumpkins, skull cushions, scented candles and branded throws.
• Stock availability varies by location, with shoppers spotting the new range in Doncaster, Preston, Oldham and other outlets.
• Customer reactions have split between Halloween enthusiasts eager for early buys and summer purists who say it’s too soon.
• Other UK retailers such as Summerhill’s Garden Centre have likewise advanced holiday launches to extend their sales window and counter online competition.