please note that this event is cash only
There are no ATM’s in Holt, so please ensure you bring cash with you for the purchase of Trail Books and outdoor refreshments
The Holt Scarecrow Trail is an annual event that takes place every August in the village of Holt, Wiltshire.
Visitors can follow a trail of imaginative scarecrows designed and created by local residents displayed throughout the village alongside refreshments hosted by community groups, the village churches, pubs and café. Come along and explore the village of Holt and enjoy the creativity of the community.
This years theme is FAMOUS DUOS- which could be people, food or drink! Most of our scarecrow entries are of the pair so expect to see 2 scarecrows at most locations, however some entries are just one of the pair.
CHILDREN’S TRAIL
In 2025, the Children’s Trail will once again run alongside the Main Trail. This years theme is 2X2, which will see pictures of animals dotted around the village, along with some extra little challenges!
The top prize for this years Children’s Trail has been kindly donated by Avon Farm Vets
This trail runs separate to the Main Trail with its own trail sheet. Families can take part in the Children’s Trail and the Main Trail at the same time if you choose to do so.
Those seeking added adventure can also enjoy our extra challenge to find a picture of Elliott, our cheerful scarecrow mascot, stationed alongside some of the “Main Trail” scarecrows. Each of these scarecrows will bear a letter, collectively spelling out a mystery word related to this years theme. Can you find them all?
PRICES (cash only)
Scarecrow Trail Book
£5
Children’s Trail Sheet
£2
The Main Trail Book and Children’s Trail Sheet will be on sale from Monday 18th August at Holt Premier Superstore (BA14 6QH) and Wild Herb at The Glove Factory Studios (BA14 6RL).
Participants will also be able to buy the trail guides next to the barbecue stand at the Village Hall (BA14 6QH) on Saturday 23rd and Sunday 24th from 11:30am - 1:30pm (if the weather allows!).
Eats & Drinks
SaturdaY
10am - 12pm
St. Katharine’s Church Coffee Morning with refreshments, cake sale and raffle (CASH ONLY)
11am - 2pm
Holt Village Hall barbecue (Weather dependant)
1pm - 4pm
Ice lollies and Lacock Dairy ice-creams available at Holt Pre School (CASH ONLY)
Wild Herb at The Field Kitchen , The Tollgate Inn and The Old Ham Tree will be also be open and trading as per their normal Saturday hours.
23rd August 2025
Sunday
11am - 2pm
Holt Village Hall barbecue (Weather dependant)
1pm - 4pm
Ice lollies and Lacock Dairy ice-creams available at Holt Pre School (CASH ONLY).
Wild Herb at The Field Kitchen, The Tollgate Inn and The Old Ham Tree will be also be open and trading as per their normal Sunday hours.
24th August 2025
MONDAY
10am - 4pm
Wild Herb at The Field Kitchen / The Glove Factory barbecue - full details to follow
11am - 2pm
Holt Village Hall barbecue (Weather dependant)
1pm - 4pm
Ice lollies and Lacock Dairy ice-creams available at Holt Pre School (CASH ONLY).
2pm - 5pm
United Reformed Church tea, coffee and cake refreshments (CASH ONLY)
The Tollgate Inn and Wild Herb at The Field Kitchen will be also be open and trading as per their normal Bank Holiday hours.
25th August 2025
TUESDAY
26th August 2025
Wild Herb at The Field Kitchen and The Tollgate Inn will be open and trading as per their normal Tuesday hours.
WEDNESDAY
Wild Herb at The Field Kitchen, The Tollgate Inn and The Old Ham Tree will be also be open and trading as per their normal Wednesday hours.
27th August 2025
Holt, Wiltshire, BA14
Find Us
If you are arriving in Holt by car, there are plenty of residential streets to park. Please ensure you park respectfully, leaving driveways and pavements clear for access.
Free parking is also available in any one of the 3 Glove Factory Studios car parks found on The Midlands, BA14 6RL
Parking
TOILETS
WC facilities are available for use at The Glove Factory Studios (BA14 6RL) and all other refreshment stops while open.