THESE impressive tree carvings had people in Knaresborough scratching their heads.

Bemused residents have been trying to work out the identity of the elusive artist behind the intricate work.

The eye-catching works, which include a kingfisher and a dragon, have been carved into trees in Abbey Road, close to St Robert’s Cave and the Chapel of Our Lady of the Crag.

Knaresborough Civic Society revealed the identity of their creator as chainsaw sculptor Tommy Craggs, who is based in the North East.

Althea Farmer, chairman of the society, said: “Lots of people have been asking who the artist was. Everyone has said they are very impressive to look at.”

The carvings are believed to have appeared about two months ago.

Mr Craggs has written on his website: “I started carving, using my skills with the chainsaw, and my interest in art from my school years.

“All my carvings are made from trees which have either fallen naturally or need to be felled for woodland management purposes.”