The Scarecrow Trail is to be held on Sunday, April 2, between 11am and 4pm. It will start and finish at the Stoke Fleming village hall. There will be a barbecue, donations bar, raffle, tea, coffee, and cake!

A spokesman for the trail said: ”This fun, family day out in aid of village charities, this year the defibrillator fund and the school, will lead entrants around the village, going to some more ‘off the beaten track’ addresses.

“Scarecrows, numbering more than 25 to date, will be displayed in host gardens, shops, pubs and more around the village.

“This is no ordinary trail as scarecrows will not only cause a giggle, but will provide a clue to the answer for a quiz question. This year’s theme is TV, film and literature connected to children’s favourites.

“There is still time to secure your place at the table top sale too, which is undercover in the village hall for all to enjoy while snacking on a burger or sipping tea and munching cake.”

Entry is just £5 per family of up to five people, or £2 per person.

All creations have been made by local people, organisations and businesses.

Tables are £15 each and if you have a small business you’d like to promote or something to sell. To take part or for more information, contact Sophie Rae by email on: [email protected] or call 01803 770383.