17 amazing photos as scarecrows take over village for beloved festival
Lilleshall's beloved scarecrow festival has returned with more than 70 creations taking over the Shropshire village.
The entertaining community event saw a big turnout despite the Saturday deluge.
Organised to raise money for Lilleshall Pre-school the festival featured scores of scarecrows throughout the village - as well as a host of other activities for families and youngsters to enjoy.
There was even good news ahead of the festival with the return of 'Cedric'.
Poor Cedric had gone missing in the run up to the big day but was discovered abandoned in a field and returned to his post just in time.
The event has been put on by a determined committee of up to 15 people - responsible for a host of organising tasks.
One of those, Hattie Smith, said it had been a fantastic day, even with the rain.
She said: "We have had a great turnout regardless of the weather.
"We have had loads of people up and down the village looking at all the scarecrows, we have had crazy golf going on, face painting, burgers, hot dogs, and a raffle. It has been great."
Newport Mayor Thomas Janke had been part of the event, handed the task of judging the overall winner.
As well as the main category there were also dedicated sections for the best scarecrows created by care homes and nurseries.
Hattie thanked the committee for their work in putting on the event.
She said: "We have had people on food, the activities, all sorts, it has been a great team effort."
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