2026 Scarecrow Trail - Sat 24 Oct till Sun 1 Nov - 9am till dusk
Buy your maps here
The iconic Mortimer Scarecrow Trail returns this Autumn Half Term.
Buy your digital map here
The village is going gaming! This year’s scarecrows bring the world of games to life, from computer favourites and playground classics to family entertainment and lots and lots of board games. A great-value day out for all ages, whether you want to find every scarecrow or just enjoy a gentle walk.
Get your Trail map £1.50
Paper maps (cash only, no change given) from:
- Co-op
- Morrisons
- Dad’s Shop
- Baobab
- Mortimer Library
- Horse and Groom (Mortimer)
Prefer to print at home? Digital maps are available here
Win £50 cash
Complete the quiz that comes with your map for a chance to win our £50 cash prize draw.
Have Your Say
Everyone with a paper map gets to vote for their favourite scarecrows in the Adults, Children and Funniest categories. The Scarecrow Inventors have the chance to win one of the following categories. Winners are announced after the event ends.
| Category | Who Votes? | First Prize | Second Prize |
| Funniest | Trail followers via trail map | £50 | £25 |
| Children’s Favourite | Trail followers via trail map | £50 | £25 |
| Adults Favourite | Trail followers via trail map | £50 | £25 |
| Most eco-friendly | MVP Committee | £50 | £25 |
| Best Newcomer (must not have entered a scarecrow before) | MVP Committee | £50 | - |
| Chairman’s Choice | MVP Chairman | £50 | - |
Why it matters
Every map sold supports Mortimer Village Partnership (MVP), the volunteers behind Mortimer Lunch Club, comedy and wine evenings, together with sourcing travelling theatre groups to bring professional theatre productions to the village, as well as litter picks and community fun days – all aimed to ‘enrich village life’.
Thank you to our sponsors:
T A Fisher Homes
Pierdell Construction
Horse and Groom (Mortimer)
Mortimer Bistro
Dad’s Shop
Mortimer Garden Care
The Village Moving Company
Digital Credibility
Plus, special thank you to our event photographer, Rebecca Hedges.
Useful Event Tips
Toilets: Centrally located opposite the Horse and Groom in the Fairground Hall (previously the Community Hall) car park.
Parking: Free! There are three central car parks plus street parking around the village. Please park responsibly:
- Don’t block driveways
- Where roads are narrow, leave room for emergency vehicles to pass
- Keep junctions and paths clear
Food and drink: Plenty of cafés and pubs around the village for coffee, lunch or a well-earned break during the Trail.
On the trail: Wear sensible shoes, check the weather and please respect residents’ privacy and keep to pavements and footpaths.