The streets and gardens of Bildeston were filled with figures of fun after being taken over by scarecrows for the weekend.

East Anglian Daily Times: Norman Ruffell with his scarecrow Picture: SARAH LUCY BROWNNorman Ruffell with his scarecrow Picture: SARAH LUCY BROWN (Image: Archant)

The village set to work in aid of the Suffolk Community Foundation after many of its community activities for the summer were cancelled because of the coronavirus pandemic.

East Anglian Daily Times: Norman Ruffell with his scarecrow Picture: SARAH LUCY BROWNNorman Ruffell with his scarecrow Picture: SARAH LUCY BROWN (Image: Archant)

Organiser Debbie Bailey said: “It’s been brilliant, the atmosphere has been great and we’ve had some fantastic scarecrows.

East Anglian Daily Times: Norman Ruffell with his scarecrow Picture: SARAH LUCY BROWNNorman Ruffell with his scarecrow Picture: SARAH LUCY BROWN (Image: Archant)

“Everyone has rallied round to donate some great prizes, the community spirit has really shone through. There’s also been quite a competitive spirit, but in a good way.”

East Anglian Daily Times: Norman Ruffell with his scarecrow Picture: SARAH LUCY BROWNNorman Ruffell with his scarecrow Picture: SARAH LUCY BROWN (Image: Archant)

There were a total of 74 scarecrows on display, with the event raising £1,284 for the Foundation. BBC Suffolk presenter Mark Murphy acted as judge to choose the best entries.

East Anglian Daily Times: Norman Ruffell with his scarecrow Picture: SARAH LUCY BROWNNorman Ruffell with his scarecrow Picture: SARAH LUCY BROWN (Image: Archant)

Debbie said: “I thought if we could get 40 scarecrows we would be doing well, and we’ve nearly doubled it. Everyone has really got behind it.”

East Anglian Daily Times: Norman Ruffell with his scarecrow Picture: SARAH LUCY BROWNNorman Ruffell with his scarecrow Picture: SARAH LUCY BROWN (Image: Archant)

East Anglian Daily Times: Norman Ruffell with his scarecrow Picture: SARAH LUCY BROWNNorman Ruffell with his scarecrow Picture: SARAH LUCY BROWN (Image: Archant)