GSPCA are back again for this years Torteval Scarecrow Festival this weekend
The GSPCA is once again preparing to take part in the popular Torteval Scarecrow Festival, which takes place this weekend and promises another fantastic celebration of creativity, community spirit and family fun.
The charity has supported the event for many years thanks to the kindness of a local Torteval family who continue to provide a location for the GSPCA's annual entry.
While the team is keeping this year's design firmly under wraps ahead of the festival, one person has once again been leading the way behind the scenes – Seb Goman, Head of the GSPCA's unofficial "Scarecrow Design Department".
Seb, who has been part of the GSPCA team for ten years, has once again been coordinating the charity's entry with support from fellow staff members and volunteers.
Seb Goman said:
"The Torteval Scarecrow Festival is always great fun and something we all look forward to every year. We have a wonderful team effort putting our entry together and we're really pleased with what we've created. We don't want to give too much away, though, as we'd much rather encourage people to come along and see all the amazing scarecrows for themselves. It's such a brilliant community event and there is always so much creativity on display."
The Torteval Scarecrow Festival has become one of Guernsey's most loved community events, attracting visitors from across the island each year to explore the parish and discover the wide variety of imaginative displays created by local residents, charities, businesses and community groups.
GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne said:
"The Scarecrow Festival is one of those fantastic Guernsey events that brings communities together and puts smiles on people's faces. We have been proud to support it for many years and it gives our team a chance to have a bit of fun and showcase their creativity away from their normal day-to-day animal welfare work."
Steve added:
"At the GSPCA we always try to support community events wherever we can, whether that's the Scarecrow Festival, the Island Shows, charity events, educational visits or local fundraisers. These events help bring people together and raise awareness of the work charities and community groups carry out across Guernsey."
As well as taking part in the Torteval Scarecrow Festival, the GSPCA will be attending the island's summer shows and a variety of other events throughout the year.
The charity is also encouraging anyone who would like to get involved with its work to consider volunteering.
Steve Byrne said:
"Our volunteers are absolutely vital to the work we do. Whether it's helping care for animals, walking dogs, assisting with wildlife, gardening, fundraising or supporting events, there are many ways people can get involved. We are always delighted to hear from anyone interested in joining our volunteer team."
To find out more about volunteering with the GSPCA, visit:
https://www.gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers
The GSPCA wishes all those involved in this year's Torteval Scarecrow Festival the very best and hopes islanders will flock along this weekend to enjoy another wonderful community event.
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Upcoming events
- Rabbit Awareness Week (RAW) 23rd – 27th July 2026
- Summer Guided Tours July/August 2026 to be confirmed
- South Show GSPCA Dog Show Saturday 8th August 2026
- West Show 12th-13th August 2026
- World Lizard Day 14th August 2026
- North Show 19th-20th August 2026
- International Dog Day 26th August 2026
- World Animal Month October 2026
- World Animal Day 4th October 2026
- Feral Cat Day 16th October 2026
- National cat Day 29th October 2026
- Halt Term Spooky Tours October 2026 to be confirmed
- Dog First Aid Course 6.30pm - 8.45pm Thursday 12th November 2026 Ref – Dog12/11
- Cat First Aid Course 6.30pm - 8.45pm Thursday 26th November 2026 Ref – Cat26/11
- Possible Christmas Themed Animal Discovery Trail November/December 2026 to be confirmed with possible Ball
- World Wildlife Conservation Day 4th December 2026
- Festive Tours December/January 2026/7 to be confirmed
- Sidneys Sponsored Events - Grease and Dirty Dancing Saturday 10th April 2027
Steve continued “There are many ways to support the work of the GSPCA.”
“Our BIGGEST BUILD is now underway and we are desperately looking for support and to help in anyway please do get in touch and check out this link https://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/gspca-biggestbuild-begins-demolition-underway-%E2%80%93-buying-brick-sponsorship-can-you-help .”
“To become an Angel Pen Pal Sponsor donating each month to help the hundreds of animals in our care which you can do by downloading this form - http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Angel%20sponsor%20form%20special%202018%20new.pdf or to become a Corporate Angel Pen Pal form for your business to sponsor animals in our care each year please click here http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Corporate%20Angel%20Pen%20Pal%20sponsor%20formnew.pdf .”
“To think of helping animals and our work in your legacy or will please check out https://www.gspca.org.gg/about/gifts-wills-and-funding .”
“For those from those want to give CSR time and skills to those wanting to help sponsor or support something from our Wish List at the GSPCA http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/our-plans-wish-list .”
“If your group or business would like to find out about spending a day at the Shelter please go to -
http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/corporate-and-group-days “
“For other ways your business can help us here at the GSPCA please go to -
http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/how-your-business-can-help-gspca-corporate-sponsorship “
“If you would like to volunteer then to find out more details here -
http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers or to complete the volunteer application form please check out https://service.sheltermanager.com/asmservice?account=gspca&method=online_form_html&formid=14 .”
"We also have vacancies at the GSPCA and to find out more please visit https://www.gspca.org.gg/about/vacancies ."
"For lots of ways to support our work please visit https://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-celebrating-150-years ."
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“Thank you for your support.”
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