Scarecrow Trail 2026
The Scarecrow Trail is back for 2026!
Friday 23 October – Sunday 1 November
The theme is 150 Years of Lower Halstow School.
You can make your scarecrow however you wish to fit the theme – Victorian times, the Brickfields, our farming community, school days – whatever you wish!
Trail Map
Your Trail Map will be available to download here when the Trail opens!
There is no charge to visit the trail or download a map. All we ask is that if you have fun, then please, please, please make a small donation on our JustGiving page.
Run by the Friends of Lower Halstow School, every penny raised from this event goes towards supporting the children at Lower Halstow Primary School.
If you would like to sponsor a scarecrow, you can find all the details here.
You can keep up-to-date with the latest news about the Trail on our Facebook and Instagram pages.
Make a one-time donation
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Or enter a custom amount
Your contribution is appreciated.
Your contribution is appreciated.
Your contribution is appreciated.
What people are saying
“We completed the trail today with our three children and absolutely loved it. Well done to all the children and families who put so much effort in to their scarecrows!!! A wonderful walk around a beautiful village We were more than happy to donate towards such a good cause.
Please do a Christmas trail too!!!!”
What people are saying
“We had so much fun on this trail.. my eldest was in charge of the map and ticked off all barring maybe 2 or 3 houses.
The scarecrows all looked great but the room on the broom witches and meg mog and owl were our fav!
We will be donating online and hope this becomes a yearly tradition for us!”
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does the trail start?
The school scarecrow is number one on the trail and is located at the school gates (ME9 7ES) but you can walk the trail in any order you like.
Where can I park?
There is street parking available throughout the village, but parking is limited and anyone driving to the village for this event should be extremely considerate when parking near houses and driveways.
Where can I buy the activity sheet?
To be confirmed
Is the Trail accessible?
Yes, the trail has been arranged so that there is always a pavement to walk on so it is buggy friendly. There are some unmade footpaths in the village that can get muddy when the weather is wet but these can be avoided if needed.
Can I bring my dog?
Lower Halstow is dog friendly and you are welcome to bring your dog (on a lead). Please follow the rules of good dog etiquette and please clean up after your dog.
How long does the trail take to walk?
We estimate that the trail can be comfortably walked in one hour. Of course this depends on your speed of walking and how long you spend looking at each scarecrow. If you have less time, or young children who can’t walk too far, then feel free to just walk a part of the trail.
Is there anywhere to stop for a drink or food?
Yes, The Three Tuns (one of our sponsors) is family friendly and makes delicious food. It can be located on The Street in Lower Halstow. Stop off for a meal or drinks. It does get quite busy during scarecrow week so it’s worth phoning ahead to book a table if you plan to have a meal. Please note they are closed on Tuesdays. There is also a village shop.
How do I make a donation?
You can donate online here. Alternatively, if you prefer to donate in person, there will be donation points in the village, at the Three Tuns and also the village shop. Thank you for making a donation. All money raised goes to help the children of Lower Halstow School.
