Home   Sittingbourne   News   Article

Scarecrow Trail back in Lower Halstow, near Sittingbourne, raising funds for Friends of Lower Halstow School

Scarecrows have once again taken over a quiet village this half term.

The annual Scarecrow Trail is back in Lower Halstow near Sittingbourne for the fifth year running.

Ursula from Little Mermaid won best scarecrow in 2021
Ursula from Little Mermaid won best scarecrow in 2021

Running until 4pm on Sunday, this year’s theme is Animals: fact or fiction.

This family-friendly event is free to attend, with maps showing the locations of the scarecrows available to download online.

A spokesperson said: “All we ask, is that if you enjoyed the trail, please consider making a donation to Friends of Lower Halstow School.

Snow White won best scarecrow in 2022
Snow White won best scarecrow in 2022
A previous Remembrance Sunday themed display
A previous Remembrance Sunday themed display

“This can be done online directly via our website, or in person at the village shop or The Three Tuns pub, where donation pots will be located.”

Visitors will be asked to vote for their favourite scarecrow on Facebook and winners will be announced at the end of the week.

This year’s event is being sponsored by AJ’s Academy of Dance & Drama, a performing arts school based in Sittingbourne.

A display of the Marvel character Groot won best scarecrow last year
A display of the Marvel character Groot won best scarecrow last year

A number of other local companies and organisations have sponsored individual scarecrows, including Bell’s Glass & Glazing, Crescent Digital Marketing, Hen Weekend Chicken Boarding and Lower Halstow Parish Council.

Visit the trail’s Facebook site or website to find out more.

Close This site uses cookies. By continuing to browse the site you are agreeing to our use of cookies.Learn More