Storm Babet subsided just in time and everything went ahead, according to Marion Sander, from The Hub. There were local performers and groups as well as visiting arts groups.
Families enjoyed everything from a model show in Riverside Church, to street theatre and puppetry in the Market Place, Money’s Yard and Riverside Precinct. There were giant tree beasts and a dance performance with a Sea Giant. Church Lane School hosted an Eco-Village and there were outdoor music and dance acts in a variety of locations.
The event was rounded off with illuminated lanterns and inflatable sculptures by artist Jason Wilsher Mills lighting up Eastgate Green, sound sculptures and a disco to mark The Hub’s 20th anniversary by the Mothership DJs and live music at Rewind Bar.
37. James Kingswood, Monty Kingswood 5, Beatrix Kingswood 7, Helen Kingswood of Digby
James Kingswood, Monty Kingswood 5, Beatrix Kingswood 7, and Helen Kingswood of Digby. Photo: David Dawson
38. Wanderlust by Hub Youth Dance Groups
Wanderlust by The Hub Youth Dance Groups in Navigation Yard. Photo: David Dawson
39. L-R Scarlett Phillips 8, Violet Phillips 5, Ethan Lowde 11 of Sleaford
L-R Scarlett Phillips 8, Violet Phillips 5, and Ethan Lowde 11 of Sleaford with one of the inflatable creations on Eastgate Green, Jason and his Argonauts, by Jason Wilsher Mills. Photo: David Dawson
40. Mothership DJs L-R Jo Roberts and Lindsay McKinnell
Mothership DJs L-R Jo Roberts and Lindsay McKinnell, for The Hub 20th anniversary disco. Photo: David Dawson