Founded 2019 · Pudsey, made by hand

Pudsey makes the scarecrows. You follow the trail.

Every September, homemade scarecrows pop up around Pudsey. Pick up a trail map, see what people have made and choose your favourites.

Enter a scarecrow Apply to trade

Trail dayEntries stand for the judging panel and the public to visit. The route map is published before the festival.

Made at home, for Pudsey. Every entry is different. Some are carefully planned for weeks; others come together from an old shirt, a broom handle and whatever is in the shed.

The festival began in 2019 and raises money for local good causes. You can enter a scarecrow, apply for a stall or simply come along and enjoy the trail.

Entry: Online form
Donation: £2 suggested
Build: Original and homemade
Where: Your garden, or Pudsey Park
On the day: Standing for the trail

Join the festival

Start anywhere

Enter a scarecrow Tell us who you are building and where it will stand. Trade at the festival Apply for a pitch on the scarecrow market. Ask us anything Rules, placement and judging - drop us a line before you build.

This year's theme

A new theme, and a town full of ideas.

We choose a theme each year, but what you make is up to you. The best part is seeing how many different ideas Pudsey can come up with.

Original work, built from scratch
In good taste - it is a family day out
Eco-friendly materials wherever possible
Standing in time for the judging panel
Pitstops welcome: a brew, a bench, a bit of cake

Trail day, Pudsey Park

£2is all we ask per entry. Every penny of profit from the day goes to good causes in Pudsey.

Get building

Make a scarecrow. Put it on the trail.

Use a garden, gatepost or window at home. If you need help finding a suitable spot, ask the team before you enter.

Enter a scarecrow Apply for a trade pitch