Every One’s A Winner!

Votes are coming in thick and fast for all the scarecrows, and each of the scarecrows has something special that appeals to different viewers. With all still to play for, here are our other brilliant contenders for the “Visitors’ Choice’.

Number 1, ‘The Bellringer’. The judges loved the realistic way this scarecrow was located in the church tower.

Number 3, ‘Family of Scarecrows’. This entry was praised for its charm and the way the characters endeared themselves to the viewer.

Number 6, ‘Old Sea Salt!’ The judges loved the humour of this entry, especially the wooden leg.

Number 8, ‘I Wish!’ This character was felt to be very realistic and expressive.

Number 10, ‘Comic Book Hero’ The judges loved this impressive portrayal of Superman.

Number 13, ‘British Summertime’. Typically British understatement characterizes this charming entry.

Number 14, ‘2^nd Loughton Guides in Action’. The guides were commended for having joined in the fun and for producing a very well made and realistic scarecrow.

Number 15, ‘Rags to Riches’. The judges admired this statuesque scarecrow for its poise and sophistication.

Number 19, ‘Ere Wiggo!’ The judges loved the humour and topicality of this crow.

Number 20, ‘Shiver Me Timbers’. This scarecrow also had great touches of realism and humour.

Number 25, ‘Kompan, Playful Living’. The judges loved the idea that a large commercial organization had taken time to produce this charming portrayal of their products.

Number 27, ‘Building the Ark’. The judges felt that The Grove Independent School had made particularly good use of their existing play sculpture by adding a really impressive Noah, with a fine flowing beard.

Number 31, ‘Diamonds are Forever’. The judges thought that this unusual entry looked lovely in his chequered costume. They liked the fact that he was set in a tree and was surrounded by juggling balls.

Number 39, ‘1^st Shenley Brownies’. This entry seemed to capture the spirit of the Brownies to perfection. The judges loved the fire!

Number 41, ‘Alan Titchmarsh, Retired’. The judges loved the humour of this entry. A traditional, realistic scarecrow with a modern twist.

Number 43, ‘Keyne’. This exhibit was also commended for its humour.

Number 46, ‘The NAGCrow’. The judges loved the thought and amount of detail that had gone into this entry, especially the humorous portrayal of an important local character.

Number 50, ‘Taking a Break’. The judges enjoyed the laid-back feel of this entry, and its original take on the scarecrow theme.

Number 54, ‘Dylan’. This colourful rugby player really impressed the judges with its size, scale and fierce face.

Number 58, ‘Who Fired that Shot?’. The story behind this exhibit was agreed by all the judges to be of great historical interest.