The Rising of the Sap followed by The Golden Spurtle (PG)
The Edge Arts Centre, Much Wenlock, TF13 6NB
Thursday 9th July 2026
THE RISING OF THE SAP (17 minutes)
Elizabeth shuts herself away from her oppressive village during its traditional annual ‘festival’. But when her daughter returns home unexpectedly, menacing forces of nature begin to stir.
Multiple award-winning short film with BAFTA winner Joanna Scanlan, Darci Shaw, Brian McCardie & Nicola Harrison
THE GOLDEN SPURTLE (75 minutes)
Each year the sleepy highland village of Carrbridge awakens with excitement as competitors vie for the honour of winning The Golden Spurtle in the World Porridge Making Championships.
Dating back to neolithic times, few culinary traditions have survived as long as the hearty bowl of morning porridge. Despite its simple recipe of oats, salt and water there is A LOT that can vary. Local traditionalists like Charlie and Ian try to preserve their legacy against formidable competition from outsiders like Australian chef Toby and challengers, Lisa and Adam. Against the backdrop of the breathtaking Scottish Highlands, this captivating documentary captures the humanity of village life with irrepressible humour.
Starring Adam Kiani, Tobias Wilson, Lisa Williams, Ian Bishop & Charlie Miller
Elizabeth shuts herself away from her oppressive village during its traditional annual ‘festival’. But when her daughter returns home unexpectedly, menacing forces of nature begin to stir.
Multiple award-winning short film with BAFTA winner Joanna Scanlan, Darci Shaw, Brian McCardie & Nicola Harrison
THE GOLDEN SPURTLE (75 minutes)
Each year the sleepy highland village of Carrbridge awakens with excitement as competitors vie for the honour of winning The Golden Spurtle in the World Porridge Making Championships.
Dating back to neolithic times, few culinary traditions have survived as long as the hearty bowl of morning porridge. Despite its simple recipe of oats, salt and water there is A LOT that can vary. Local traditionalists like Charlie and Ian try to preserve their legacy against formidable competition from outsiders like Australian chef Toby and challengers, Lisa and Adam. Against the backdrop of the breathtaking Scottish Highlands, this captivating documentary captures the humanity of village life with irrepressible humour.
Starring Adam Kiani, Tobias Wilson, Lisa Williams, Ian Bishop & Charlie Miller
