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Sunday, 27 August 2006, 14:16 GMT 15:16 UK

In Pictures: Scarecrow competition

Scarecrow at road sign (picture by Duncan Kirkhope)

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A scarecrow competition in the Stirlingshire village of Thornhill is now in its third year

Scarecrow digging (picture by Duncan Kirkhope)

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There were more than 80 entries for the contest, which coincides with the local gala day

Dolly Parton scarecrow (picture by Duncan Kirkhope)

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The winning scarecrow featured country singer Dolly Parton on a horse at Ballinton Farm

Straw monster scarecrow (picture by Duncan Kirkhope)

Straw monster scarecrow (picture by Duncan Kirkhope)

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A smiling monster made of hay bales was also among the prize winners

Dog scarecrow (picture by Duncan Kirkhope)

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Second place went to Piddler on the Roof, which featured a real stream of water

Scarecrow with umbrella (picture by Duncan Kirkhope)

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Some of the entrants came with their own protection against the elements

Tardis scarecrow (picture by Duncan Kirkhope)

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Dr Who's tardis made a visit for the contest, accompanied by a cyberman

Bee keeper scarecrow (picture by Duncan Kirkhope)

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Organisers are hoping to attract more than 100 entrants next year

Bus stop scarecrow (picture by Duncan Kirkhope)

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Similar competitions are held in some English villages

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