East Budleigh Scarecrow Festival 8th & 9th June

As well as providing an imaginative display of scarecrows created by our village residents using their wit and invention, there are plenty of activities and refreshments to enjoy.

The Village Hall will be the centre of the action where refreshments, including bacon rolls and cream teas, will be on sale between 11am and 4pm each day, along with a variety of stalls featuring local crafts and activities, cakes, pre-loved books, and plants. There will be musical entertainment during both days from our local performers. Make sure you don’t miss Rock Choir East performing on Saturday and Budleigh Salterton Male Voice Choir on Sunday.

The Scarecrow Festival wouldn’t be the same without the newly named, ‘Roger Conant Duck Race’. Be prepared to get your feet wet at 3pm as you get your duck ready to beat the best of the rest in this fierce competition to win a cash prize. And if you don’t win on Saturday, don’t worry, you’ll have another chance on Sunday!

Our wonderful local businesses are supporting our fundraising event and have generously provided great prizes to be won. To win a prize, head to the Raffle ticket station to be in-it-to-win-it. In particular, we thank Gilbert Stephens Solicitors for their sponsorship of the event.

Up at the church there will be a display of knitted garments being prepared to send to Moldova with the charity CR2EE. Ever wondered what the view looks like from the tallest building in East Budleigh? Well, you’re in luck. There will be a chance to go up the bell tower to admire the rolling countryside views. You can also try your hand at bell ringing on both afternoons between 2 and 4pm. There will also be a handbell demonstration and trial session.

Whether you are a dog owner or just have a soft spot for those four-legged canines, join us on the Recreation Field at midday on Sunday for the East Budleigh Dog Show. You will also find an impressive display of Classic cars and rally cars in the village throughout the day.

Our event will close with a Songs of Praise service in All Saints Church at 6pm on Sunday evening.

We hope there will be something for everyone to enjoy – and strongly encourage you to bring cash so that you can join in all the fun!