Village nods to Paris Olympics with scarecrow display

Residents in Eckington opened up their private gardens to the public

Scarecrows and works of art were displayed in dozens of private gardens in a Worcestershire village as part of its annual Open Gardens and Flower Festival.

The weekend event, in Eckington, near Pershore, also included maypole dancing, a classic car display and live music.

The village's hillside flower meadow was also open to visitors to enjoy views of the Avon and Severn valleys and a free bus tour of the village was also organised.

Many residents also displayed scarecrows - all styled with a Paris Olympics theme.

Residents displayed Olympics-themed scarecrows

Other attractions included a flower display at Holy Trinity Church, as well as stalls selling flowers, plants, home-made food, crafts and books.

The event is organised by the church every year.

Karen Sagar, one of the organisers, said: "After the gloom of a wet spring, here is another chance for everyone to explore and enjoy a fun day out.

"And it all helps keep our lovely old church in good shape.”

As well as scarecrows, some residents also displayed their own artworks