School pupils bring history to life in colourful parade through Robin Hood’s Bay
Children from Fylingthorpe Primary School will take centre stage in a vibrant community celebration this December.
It is part of a creative project inspired by the historic Shepherds Regalia banner recently restored and returned to Robin Hood’s Bay Museum.
On Friday December 5, as part of the Victorian Weekend celebrations, pupils will proudly wear hand-crafted sashes in a joyful School Sash Parade, walking from St Stephen’s Church to the dock.
The sashes will be made during workshops led by artists Emma Cocchiarella and Dr Lynn Setterington, who will work closely with the children to explore the story of the “Loyal Order of Ancient Shepherds” – a friendly society formed in the 1800s to support local people in times of need.
This will be realised in applique and stitch by all 63 pupils at the school.
The artists will lead the procession carrying a digitally recreated version of the original banner, while the children showcase their own interpretations through textile art.
The parade promises to be a colourful and moving tribute to community, creativity, and heritage.
The celebrations continue on Saturday December 6 with Tactile Histories, a free, family-friendly textile workshop at Wibury House, Mount Pleasant North.
Led by Emma Cocchiarella, the drop-in session invites families to create and take home a personalised star in honour of the Shepherds’ legacy.
The project is a collaboration between Fylingthorpe Primary School, Robin Hood’s Bay Museum and the People’s History Museum Manchester, and highlights the power of art and history to bring generations together.