Rowlands Castle Scarecrow Trail 

Saturday 24th October – Sunday 1st November 2026

9am-5pm

The Theme of this year's trail is...... What I want to be when I grow up!

There are two ways to take part:

🎨 Build a Scarecrow
Create and display your own scarecrow for this year's trail! Get creative and be in with a chance to win one of our coveted trophies. Be as ambitious as you like - all scarecrows are welcome! Details on how to enter are below.

🗺️ Take Part in the Trail
Purchase a map to follow the trail, discover all the scarecrows around the village, and join in the fun. Enter your answers for a chance to win the trail competition. 

To enter a scarecrow:

• Email scarecrows@stjohnspta.com to check your choice scarecrow is still available.
• Then fill out this form (it will also be emailed to you), and pay the £10 entry fee.
• Deadline to enter: Monday 5th October 2026
• If you have any questions, email scarecrows@stjohnspta.com

Do not miss out on the chance to win one of our trophies:

• Peoples Choice
• Judges Pick
• Best Eco Scarecrow
• New for 2026: Best Business

Happy scarecrowing!