Jo in the Water: Gala Film Night with themed canapés
Schedule
Sat Jun 20 2026 at 04:00 pm to 07:30 pm
UTC+01:00Location
46 The Quay, EX2 4AN Exeter, United Kingdom | Exeter, EN
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Join us for a special evening of inspiring and thought-provoking films as part of the Sustainable Seas Festival.🎬Feature Film: Jo in the Water
Sea swimming is Jo Bateman’s sanctuary, until sewage spills begin to threaten the waters she loves. What follows is a powerful David-and-Goliath story, as Jo transforms from passionate swimmer into determined activist, taking on one of the UK’s largest water companies.
As her courage sparks a growing movement, this emotional and compelling documentary shines a light on the urgent crisis facing our waterways, asking: who will stand up for our right to swim in clean natural waters and protect the ecosystems and communities that depend on them?
More than a film about pollution, Jo in the Water is a story of connection, place, and responsibility.
🎤 The screening will be followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers, plus a live performance of “Earth’s Child”, as featured in the film.
Also showing:
🎬 Salmon Run – a short film directed by Pip Piper, exploring an annual community ultra-marathon along the River Exe. The project highlights the plight of endangered Atlantic salmon and encourages empathy with their remarkable journey upstream, supporting awareness and river restoration.
🎬 Tappermade – a short documentary on Sophia Tapper – chemist, mother, and founder of local ocean-derived skincare and healthcare brand Tappermade.
All filmmakers will be present for this unique evening, introduced and hosted by Tess Read.
Chef Gideon Hitchin, who recently hosted a sold out pop-up restaurant at The Custom House, will be providing fishy canapés during the interval to compliment the experience
If you have any dietary requirements, please email the team on [email protected]
Approx. duration 3.5hrs
5pm (doors 4.45pm)
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