Scarecrow Festival
South Causey Inn, County Durham
Thursday 2nd – Sunday 19th April...
Join us for a fun-filled Scarecrow Festival at South Causey Inn, where families and children are invited to explore our beautiful grounds completely free of charge.
Our stunning countryside setting will be brought to life with a trail of creative, quirky and handcrafted scarecrows, lovingly made by our talented gardening team. Each scarecrow has its own unique personality — from classic countryside characters to playful and imaginative designs — guaranteed to delight visitors of all ages.
Follow the scarecrow trail, discover your favourites, and don’t forget to snap a photo along the way. Upload a picture with your chosen scarecrow for the chance to win a Sunday Carvery for four.
This relaxed, family-friendly adventure is perfect for little explorers and grown-ups alike, offering plenty of creativity, charm and seasonal magic — all set within the grounds of South Causey Inn.
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Festival details...
Thursday 2nd – Sunday 19th April 2026 Free entry – all welcome
Scarecrow Competition
We’re inviting you to get creative and build your very own scarecrow to be displayed around the grounds! Whether it’s a celebrity, animal, farmer, or something completely out of this world, the choice is yours. Traditionally scarecrows are stuffed with straw, but feel free to use newspaper, cardboard, old clothing or recycled materials to bring your creation to life. It’s the perfect activity for families, friends, schools and local businesses to get involved in, and there will be a special prize for the winning scarecrow!
Prize: Overnight stay in a Hot Tub Suite at South Causey Inn for two, with breakfast
A wonderful way to enjoy time together outdoors this spring. For more information, please contact our team by calling 01207 235555.