Scarecrows taking over Occombe Farm

Occombe Farm has been a place of enchantment and wonder this half-term, with the scarecrows making a triumphant return, leaving their patches behind to embark on a new thrilling adventure.
These characters, gathered from Cockington, Berry Head, and the fields around Occombe, come bearing a brand-new story, a fresh mystery to solve, and a naughty villain to defeat.
Up until October 31, the Big Occombe Scarecrow Trail promises a spellbinding experience for families, friends, and adventurers of all ages. Spot the scarecrows, listen to their stories, and unlock the secrets that will guide them back to their fields.
This is the second year that The Big Occombe Scarecrow Trail has taken place at Occombe Farm, following its popularity in 2022. Izzy Warren, General Manager of Occombe Farm said:
"We were overwhelmed by the support for our first Scarecrow Trail last year. For 2023, our goal is to build on this success and establish it as a firm fixture in our annual event calendar. Our talented teams handmake all the scarecrows and we’ve enlisted the help of local organisations to help us this year too, including South Devon College, Combe Pafford School, Snows Toyota, Bays Brewery and Firscroft Honey Bees.”
Funds raised through events such as this contribute to the work of Occombe’s parent conservation charity, Torbay Coast & Countryside Trust. This local charity is dedicated to conserving 76% of Torbay’s green spaces, including Cockington Country Park, Berry Head National Nature Reserve, and numerous wildlife-friendly woodlands, meadows, pathways, and bridleways.
For more information and updates on the Big Occombe Scarecrow Trail, visit Occombe Farm’s website: www.occombe.co.uk or follow them on social media @OccombeFarm.
Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust (TCCT) An independent charity dedicated to looking after Torbay's most important wildlife and heritage sites, including Berry Head National Nature Reserve, Cockington Country Park, Occombe Farm, the South West Coast Path and the English Riviera Geopark. Visit www.countryside-trust.org.uk
Occombe Farm, Paignton, is a mix of indoor and outdoor play and activities incorporating an indoor play barn, outdoor play features, animal encounters barn and animal paddocks trail. Alongside is a farm Deli (shop & café) and a traditional Farm Café.