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Regatta Hat Factory

On the way to a Gertrude Shilling hat parade in Sandown, 1970s (2 photos). Courtesy of Sue Jackson

26, June 2023·3 min read

Sandown Regatta revives hat tradition with artistic flair in 2023

Sandown Regatta 2023 resurrects the festive hat parade, blending heritage, artistry and sustainability

'Little monsters', one of the Children's Carnival award-winners.

29, July 2024·2 min read

Sandown sees thousands gather for traditional carnival parade and a day of summer festivities

Following carnival joy, Sandown anticipates the excitement of the upcoming Bay Regatta

Giant ice cream cone hat designed and worn by artist Teresa Grimaldi and made in the project's community workshops. Photo by Julian Winslow.

13, December 2023·3 min read

Sustainable hat-making charms Sandown Regatta, earning accolades from top milliner

David Shilling praises sustainable hat-wearing revival at Sandown Bay Regatta

The Regatta Hat Factory entry, with the giant pierrot costume designed and worn by artist Joel Lines

30, July 2024·2 min read

Unleash your creativity at Sandown’s free Regatta Hat Factory

Free Regatta Hat Factory workshops offer creative hat-making for Sandown Regatta. Wednesdays to Sundays 12pm-8pm

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