A SCARECROW invasion has taken place in a community.

Scarecrows have been seen scattered throughout the Downall Green and Garswood areas.

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The brainchild of Val Finney, from Leyland Green Road, the scarecrow festival saw residents put up scarecrows at their properties.

The idea has proved a great success after receiving a great response from residents decorated their gardens in style.

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And the effort has seen more than £300 raised for the Church of Holy Trinity in the area.

Val says she has been "overwhelmed with the response" and is hoping to have the festival again next year.

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