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Join Us at the 5th Gracehill Scarecrow Festival!
Get ready for an unforgettable weekend at the 5th Gracehill Scarecrow Festival, taking place alongside Harvest Weekend on Saturday 28th - Sunday 29th September 2024, from 11:00 to 18:00 each day in the historic and unique Moravian village of Gracehill, near Ballymena. This year will be particularly special as Gracehill has recently been designated a World Heritage Site.
This beloved event transforms this historic village into a whimsical wonderland, where scarecrows of all shapes and sizes come to life.
As you stroll through the village of Gracehill, you'll discover creative and quirky scarecrows hidden behind trees, peeking out of windows, and lounging in gardens. The entire village and wider community come together to craft these unique characters, competing for the title of the best scarecrow based on any character or theme.
Last year's festival was a huge hit, with over 77 scarecrows on display! This year promises to be even bigger and better.
What to Expect:
Scarecrow Trail: Pick up a trail guide at the village square for a suggested donation of £2.00. Enjoy a leisurely walk around the village as you hunt for scarecrows and try to solve their fun anagram.
Voting: Don't forget to vote for your favourite scarecrow! Your vote helps decide the winner of this year's competition.
Artisan Market (Saturday only): Head to Cennick Hall in the village and discover treats and treasures to buy.
The Gracehill Scarecrow Festival is organised by the Gracehill Moravian Church and the Gracehill Village Environmental Committee. All proceeds from the event go towards preserving the village's historic church and grounds, ensuring they remain a treasure for both the community and visitors.
Interested in Competing? If you have a flair for creativity and would like to enter your own scarecrow, then you are welcome to participate! Registration forms are available at the Old School House entrance hall in Gracehill or can be downloaded from www.gracehillvillage.org/ Completed forms should be returned to the Moravian Manse at 25 Church Road or emailed to gracehill.scarecrow@hotmail.com.
Come and be a part of the magic at the Gracehill Scarecrow Festival. Whether you're a visitor or a participant, Gracehill looks forward to welcoming you there!
Book Tickets
Facilities
Accessibility
- All areas accessible to disabled visitors
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Guide Prices
Pick up a trail guide at the village square for a suggested donation of £2.00
