Parts guardian and folklore figure, scarecrows are one of the oldest tools in agricultural history Scarecrows do more than just scare birds, they’ve become powerful cultural symbols, associated with harvest, rural life, and more.

A bit of scarecrow lore for harvest season: www.wisfarmer.com/story/news/2... #scarecrow #folklore #folkloring #ruralcraft #folkcraft #farming

Hedgelaying contest returns to Isle of Wight Steam Railway this autumn A countryside tradition will take centre stage at an event this autumn.

I would love to go watch this: www.countypress.co.uk/news/2551619... #folkcraft #folkloring #folklore #ruralcraft #hedgelaying #isleofwight