A new sunflower trail will blend family fun and the ideal 'selfie spot'.

Patches Sunflower Field at Tapenhill Farm, Porters Mill near Fernhill Heath is a new trail opening on Sunday (August 25).

Owners Julie and Alan Gwillam will be opening the trail in their sunflower field for at least two weeks, with a possibility to extend, and have based the trail around a story written by Julie's sister, Paula Roberts.

Mrs Gwillam said: "The story is based around a scarecrow called Patches and his role in protecting the sunflower field.

"The trail is aimed at visitors of all ages really, and it's very family-orientated."

Visitors will learn about sunflowers and their relationship with bees alongside farming processes and other animals that feature in the trail's story, which features a range of handcrafted characters.

Her partner, Mr Gwillam added: "You go around the trail and the story will develop as you reach each part of it, so it's designed to be fun and educational."

Starting Sunday (August 25), the trail will be open from 10am until 5pm each day, though Mrs Gwillam has considered making it available after hours for photos.

Mrs Gwillam said: "The sunflower field is very picturesque, so there are lots of selfie spots.

"We have considered the possibility of opening it for bookings after 5pm for those who want to use it as a photo opportunity, such as wedding parties."

Children's activities such as colouring and crafts will be offered after the trail, and refreshments will be available too - including cakes and savoury snacks made by Mrs Gwillam herself.

Asked why the trail has been developed, Mrs Gwillam said: "It's a great way to learn about animals and nature, and experience the beauty of the sunflower field.

"We wanted to diversify the farm, which is a working farm, and creating activities like this make it more sustainable."

The trail at Patches Sunflower Field can be booked in 30 minute slots online, with a link available through its Facebook page.

Adult tickets are £5, child tickets are £3 and children under three are free. Family tickets of two adults and two children cost £14.