Coastal Testimonies – Ullapool Ferry Terminal
Monday 16 December – Monday 23 December
Ullapool Ferry Terminal, Shore Street, Ullapool, IV26 2UR
A week-long celebration centred around a photographic exhibition sharing experiences of Scotland’s inshore seas, with extra events inside and out. The full Coastal Testimonies exhibition of over 50 portraits and accompanying written testimonies will be on display at the Ullapool Ferry Terminal. Organised by Our Seas coalition, the exhibition itself is an opportunity to talk in person with members of the coalition and some of the people featured in the project, on a drop in basis throughout the opening hours.
The exhibition in the Ferry Terminal will be accompanied by other events including film screenings, talks and workshops. The full schedule of these activities will be released soon here, and will allow visitors to learn more about our inshore seas and coastal environments. Come along to our coastal celebration and share in our hope for environmental recovery of Scotland’s coastal marine environment, and the revival of sustainable inshore fisheries.
Please see list of events below.
| Monday Dec. 16 – Tuesday Dec. 23 9:00-13:00 & 14:00-18:30 | Coastal Testimonies Exhibition Craft Corner |
| Monday Dec. 16, 18:00-19:30 | Coastal Testimonies Opening Night Celebration & Film Screening |
| Tuesday Dec. 17, 18:00-19:00 | Film screening: Climate Action Highlands and Islands |
| Saturday Dec. 21, 10:00-12:00 | Under the Waves: family drop in session |
| Saturday Dec. 21, 15:00-16:30 | Film Screening of Our Seas ‘The Limit’ & a Coastal Testimonies short film, followed by a Q&A |
Coastal Testimonies Exhibition, Monday Dec. 16 – Tuesday Dec. 23, 9:00-13:00 & 14:00-18:30, Ullapool Ferry Terminal
An exhibition presenting a powerful, inclusive and diverse set of testimonies and photographic portraits capturing the depth and breadth of perspectives across coastal communities of Scotland. The exhibition gives a voice to often marginalised and underrepresented perspectives, inspiring debate.
Free event, drop-in.
Coastal Testimonies Opening Night Celebration & Film Screening, Monday Dec. 16, 18:00-19:30, Ullapool Ferry Terminal
Join us as we celebrate the opening night of the Our Seas Coastal Testimonies exhibition, which sees the realisation of over a year long project gathering testimonies from people all around the country about their first-hand experiences and local knowledge of Scotland’s inshore seas. Hear from a selection of our testimony givers, learn more about the project and help us celebrate the importance of coastal voices. There will be film screenings (more info below) followed by a reception.
Timings subject to delay if ferry is delayed
Free event, RSVP via Eventbrite
Film Screening of Our Seas ‘The Limit’ & a Coastal Testimonies short film, followed by a Q&A, Saturday Dec. 21, 15:00-16:30, Ullapool Ferry Terminal
‘The Limit’ is a campaign film about restoring the threatened connections between people and the life in our sea. It explores the impacts of drastic declines in Scotland’s fish populations and the hidden damage to our seabed. How can we bring about an urgent and fair transition towards more sustainable fishing?
The Coastal Testimonies short film features interviews of people who live and work on Scotland’s coasts, sharing their connection to, concern, and hope for our seas.
The films will be followed by a Q & A.
Timings subject to delay if ferry is delayed.
Free event, RSVP via Eventbrite
Craft Corner, Monday Dec. 16 – Tuesday Dec. 23, 9:00-13:00 & 14:00-18:30, Ullapool Ferry Terminal
Come along and colour or make your own marine creature. All materials provided.
Suitable for all ages.
Free event, drop-in
Film screening: Climate Action Highlands and Islands, Tuesday Dec. 17, 18:00-19:00 Ullapool Ferry Terminal
Across the Highlands and Islands, bold and resourceful communities are taking action to combat the climate emergency. This film tells the story of a selection of the Highlands and Islands Climate Hub’s inspiring members as they showcase why the region is such a special place for taking action on climate change.
Free event, RSVP via Eventbrite
Under the Waves, Saturday Dec. 21, 10:00-12:00, Upstairs at the Ferry Terminal
Fun family drop in session! Discover the wonderful world beneath the waves in Little Loch Broom, through projections and hands-on activities.
See all upcoming Coastal Testimonies exhibitions here