Custom House: Jo in the Water
Saturday 20 June 2026
Custom House: Jo in the Water Exeter Corn Exchange George Street Exeter Devon UK EX1 1BU http://exetercornexchange.co.uk/whats-on/custom-house-jo-in-the-water/
Details
This event takes place at the Custom House Visitor Centre
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.
🎬 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 Councillor Tess Read.
Ticket price includes delicious interval canapés created on-site by Gideon Hitchin.
If you have any dietary requirements, please email the team on info@exetercustomhouse.co.uk
Approx. duration 3.5hrs
5pm (doors 4.45)
Important Information
This event takes place at the Custom House Visitor Centre, 46 The Quay, Exeter, EX2 4AN; Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult; concession tickets for U16/60+/unwaged