Bishops Tachbrook scarecrow trail hailed a success

The Bishops Tachbrook scarecrow trail has been hailed a success.

Residents took part in a 'heroes and heroines scarecrow trial last week.

The event, which was organised as an alternative to the usual parish summer fundraisers and community events, proved a success with both Tachbrook residents and those from outside of the parish.

More than £2,400 was raised and is to be split between St Chad’s Church, the village school and the Parish events group.

Sue White, one of the organisers said: "The Scarecrow makers are the real heroes because without their hard work, we wouldn’t have raised such a fantastic sum of money for our community and given so many people, both young and old, a fun activity to share.

"A huge thanks also goes to everyone who donated on our justgiving page."

Winners of the vote for best Scarecrow were:

First prize: Super Tato

Second prize: ET

Third prize: Freddie Mercury.

Although it is too late to enter the competition, some of the scarecrows will remain on display until Friday (July 24).