May 22, 2026
Galloper Wind Farm has teamed up with Mayflower Primary School in Harwich for a special community project that connects the town’s proud maritime history with its role in today’s renewable energy transition.
Year 5 and 6 Pupils from Mayflower Primary have been creating a series of colourful artworks in a competition that will have the winner’s design transferred onto the new Seacat Mayflower, a crew transfer vessel (CTV) that has been operating at Galloper Wind Farm. The project invited children to explore Harwich’s link with the famous Mayflower ship of 1620; while also learning about offshore wind and how clean energy is generated out at sea.
Harwich holds a unique place in the story of the original Mayflower. The town was a busy port in the early 17th century and is closely associated with the ship and its master, Christopher Jones. In 1620, the Mayflower carried the Pilgrim Fathers across the Atlantic, a voyage that has since become one of the most well‑known chapters in maritime history. Today, Harwich’s connection with the sea continues, but the vessels off its coast are as likely to be servicing offshore wind farms as crossing oceans.
The children’s designs bring these themes together, combining images of the historic Mayflower, Harwich’s harbour and coastline, and the modern silhouettes of offshore wind turbines. Some pupils chose to focus on waves and wildlife, others on ships and engineers at work, and many wove in symbols of clean energy and a greener future. The final artwork will form a bespoke livery for the Seacat Mayflower, meaning that every trip the vessel makes to Galloper will carry a piece of Harwich’s creativity and heritage with it.
Galloper is very proud to showcase the winning design, crafted by Luna, selected for its creative approach, bold colours and collection of themes.
Teachers at Mayflower Primary say the project has sparked lively classroom discussions about climate change, careers in engineering, and the importance of the sea to Harwich’s past and present. For Galloper Wind Farm, it is an opportunity to strengthen ties with the local community and to inspire the next generation who may one day work in offshore wind.
The Seacat Mayflower not only supports the safe and reliable operation of Galloper’s turbines – it now also serves as a moving artwork, proudly showcasing the talent of Harwich’s young people and celebrating the town’s enduring connection with the Mayflower name.
