Entries are now being taken for this All Ireland Competition. With the exception of a Youth (Under 16) and an International Category (in honour of The Gathering 2013), all scarecrows will compete against each other for the prestigious title of ‘All Ireland Scarecrow Champion 2013’. There is a total prize fund of €3,000 with €1,000 being awarded to the Overall Winner and the remainder being divided out at the discretion of the judges. Entries are now being taken online or [...]
The programme of events for this year’s festival is still being finalised but here is a sneak preview of what the festival has to offer. Every day Events: Scarecrow Exhibition, Art Exhibition, Scarecrow Trail, Treasure Hunt, Bouncing Castles, Gary Games and much more! Sunday 28th July : Music by Woodbine, 6km Run / Jog / Walk, St. Fintan’s College Reunion, Stan Rachet Show by Wobbly Circus, Outdoor Market. Monday 29th July: Children’s Summer Camp, Buy & Sell Fair, Night [...]
Preparations are well underway in Durrow for the 2013 Durrow Scarecrow Festival. Now in its 4th year, this festival has something for everyone. The Programme of Events for this years festival, which will run from Sun 28th July – Mon 5th August is currently being devised, but in the meantime have a look at last year’s programme which will give you a taste of things to come. We look forward to welcoming you to Durrow in July.
Congratulations to all the winners of the All Ireland Scarecrow Championships 2012. Official Results (120 entries) Place No. Name Award Overall Winner 86 The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by Luke Dunne, Durrow €1,000 2nd 54 Nellie the Wallflower by Esther O’Regan, Durrow €500 3rd 28 H.S.E. Cuts by Dove House, Abbeyleix €300 4th 26 Gallic Kitchen Durrow by Sarah Webb, Gallic Kitchen €250 Joint 5th [...]
