Make a moving ship to take home!

Led by puppet maker Robbie Bellekom, this hands‑on activity is part of the build‑up to Boston International Hanseatic Day – no booking needed, just pop along and have a go.

The ships are based on woodcut images of trade ships from the Hanseatic period – watch the video below to see one set sail!

Robbie is a puppet maker and puppeteer based in the East Midlands, creating fantastical new work that is accessible and uplifts diverse voices.
As well as leading this workshop, Robbie will be creating two Lincolnshire Long Wool sheep puppets for the parade – a ewe and a lamb.

The largest sheep in the UK, the Lincoln Longwool is a rare breed that can be traced back hundreds of years and has been chosen for the puppet creation as a celebration of Boston’s wool trade and historic trading links

Get creative with colour and light!

Using simple silk‑painting techniques, you’ll create a beautiful suncatcher to take home while exploring Boston’s medieval history.

Part of the creative build‑up to International Hanseatic Day, this relaxed, hands‑on activity is suitable for all ages and abilities.

You can display your beautiful suncatchers at home or bring them along to wave while watching the parade procession.

Donna Fox (along with members of the community who helped create them in public workshops) is the artist behind last year’s Hanse Day festival banners and silk skirts worn by the Josie Clarke Dance Company dancers, so you’ll be in very safe creative hands.

All ages are welcome, under 18s must be supervised by a parent or guardian. Places are free, but booking is required.

There are two time slots to choose from: