The Owslebury Scarecrow Trail welcomed the new Mayor of Winchester to one of his first Platinum Jubilee events.
Councillor Derek Green, braved the weather to admire scarecrows in all shapes and sizes.
The Owslebury Scarecrow Trail has 40 creations on show throughout the village and is open until June 5.
Siobhan Hand, from the Owslebury Scarecrow Team, said: “We were honoured that the Mayor took time the time to visit the village and admire the amazing creations.
“He was really impressed by the imagination and talent on show and admitted he was relieved he didn’t have to judge the scarecrows!”
The characters depict favourite royalty through the ages – fact and fiction, and adorn the main roads in Owslebury and the Glebe Field beside the church.
The creations include British Kings and Queens, film and fictional royals and a few corgis.
The trail offers half-term fun with a chance to identify the films and enjoy a walk in the countryside – and win a prize of a family meal at The Ship Inn.
From June 2-5, St Andrew’s Church, Owslebury, will also host a flower festival to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee.
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