Steampunk 'SeaCogs' come to Sutton on Sea

​Following the launch of successful launch of Steampunk groups in towns across the district in recent years, including Horncastle and Skegness, a new group for like-minded people has been launched in Sutton on Sea.

The group was founded by Shirley Nicolson after the hugely-successful Sutton on Sea and Trusthorpe carnival last year, which was Steampunk themed, and Shirley said there was so much interest that it was decided to launch a Steampunk group here in Sutton.

Shirley – who also goes by the Steampunk name of Araminta Springville – said that it was this very carnival that first piqued her interest in the Steampunk genre.

"It’s so family orientated and cause no harm to anybody, and it’s all so fabulous – plus who doesn’t love to get all dressed up?” she said.

"Because of all the interest after the carnival, we decided to set up a group here and we met with Captain Nathaniel Skirmish of the FLOSS [Fenwold League of Splendid Steampunks] group in Horncastle,” Araminta said.

The group held their first meeting last night (Wednesday) at the Bacchus Hotel at 7.30pm, with more than 60 people turning up to get involved, and the name ‘The Seacogs’ was chosen for the group.

All are welcome to attend their monthly meetings which will take place on the first Wednesday of the month at the Bacchus.

The group are looking for further members to join their ranks.

To find out more about the Sutton on Sea Steampunk Group, you can contact Araminta on 07812 094215 or find the group on Facebook.

- A brand new Steampunk shop is set to open later this month in Lincoln, by Fenwold League of Splendid Steampunks member Dave Brownlow.

Perfectly Imperfect Products, located on 40 Carram Way just off Long Leys Road, is opening on Tuesday April 23, with performer Madam Misfit cutting the ribbon at 11am.