Hethersgill marks coronation with 'big royal scarecrow competition'

The event, which was organised by the Hethersgill Social Committee, has invited locals to get creative and craft their very own Charles and Camilas.

The competition was launched on Monday, May 1 and the winner will be announced after voting takes place at the 'big parish picnic and play day' on Sunday, May 7.

Ahead of the coronation, Marti Iriving, a member of the Hethersgill Social Committee, detailed why the parish believes celebrating this historic event is important.

She said: "We felt that it was important to mark such a historic occasion and realised that it was a perfect way to bring our community together.

"We decided that we could celebrate the Coronation and our lovely village at the same time.

"We’ve got the Royal Scarecrow competition taking place now and we are thrilled with all the entries."

Alongside the scarecrow competition, the 'big parish picnic and play day will feature' a number of events, like their prize dog show that will award prizes such as, best dressed, most like owner, and waggiest tail.

In addition, a number of old-school games and races such as the egg and spoon, three-legged, and sack race will be accompanied by a coronation-themed children's fancy dress and bouncy castle.

Marti said: "On Sunday everyone is invited to take part in some old school games – three-legged race, egg and spoon, relay race, and sack races – it’s all a bit of fun. There’s a bouncy castle, football, badminton, and croquet for people to join in with too.

"We’ve had a celebration cake made by a local lady which will be cut and shared with all who are there. 

"We are really looking forward to a really good get-together, making new friends and catching up with old ones.

"There are a lot of people who have helped make sure this can happen we extend our sincere thanks to you all."