A VILLAGE will be full of heroes and villains later this month.

The theme has been adopted by organisers of this year's Cullingworth Scarecrow Festival.

More than 40 creations – in private gardens, shops and churches – will feature in this year's event, on August 29 and 30.

Programmes are available, priced £1, from shops.

The programme includes a voting slip so people can nominate their favourite scarecrow, and everyone who votes is entered into a draw to win £10.

Proceeds from the event are split between Oxenhope Sue Ryder hospice Manorlands and the Yorkshire Air Ambulance.

"The festival is now in its 13th year and has become a village tradition," said Rosemary Spencer, chairman of the organising committee.

"We have a lot of loyal supporters and visitors come from quite a wide area.

"Last year, each charity received £750."

A minibus will operate from the village hall both days to take people around Cullingworth. Passengers can board and alight at refreshment points.

The service is free but people are asked to give a donation.

St John's and the Methodist Church will be providing refreshments both days and a mini craft fair takes place in the village hall.

Contact Mrs Spencer on 01535 272325 or see the scarecrow festival Facebook page for further information.