DOZENS of scarecrows have brought much-needed lockdown cheer in an area of Wrexham.
The likes of Batman, Paddintgon Bear, Bob the Builder, Daleks and the Gruffalo have sprung up in the village.
Paddington Bear.
It all forms part of the Rossett Scarecrow Festival, which also incorporates the nearby areas of Trevalyn and Burton.
Bob the Builder.
Over 50 entries have been submitted, with judges having whittled the finalists down to nine.
Little Red Riding Hood.
These are the The Cat In The Hat, The Gruffalo, Spongebob Squarepants, Mr McGregor's Garden, Tractor Ted, Mad Hatter's Tea Party, Little Paddington, Little Red Riding Hood and the 'Tyred' Dalek'.
Cat in the Hat.
The winner will now be decided by a public vote, with the winner announced on St David's Day, with each of the finalists receiving a £20 book voucher.
The Dalek.
Rossett Community Council said it has help lift the lockdown mood, giving residents a fun activity to do.
A Wrexham AFC-inspired scarecrow.
Local residents took to social media to praise the competition.
One resident said: "Well done everyone. I’ve got the biggest smile on my face for the first time in ages. Can’t wait to walk the scarecrow trail. Best I’ve ever seen."
The Gruffalo.
Another added: "They're all absolutely brilliant - it's certainly made me feel better seeing all these amazing scarecrows dotted around the village."
Beetlejuice.
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