Dip and Dine evening takes place on Wed, 23 Sept 2026 at 18:00 (GMT+1) at Cantina, Torquay in Exeter, United Kingdom. Tickets are £22.38 + on Eventbrite.
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Matt Newbury and Sophie Pierce lead a relaxed swim and chowder dinner before presenting an illustrated talk on the social history of swimming. The event features vintage bathing gear, amusing anecdotes about daring dives, and stories ranging from bathing machines to modern competition.
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Dive into a chill night of tasty dips and good vibes – perfect for chowder lovers and fun seekers! DIP AND DINE 2026: BAGGY BATHERS AND CRAZY CONTRAPTIONS A social history of swimming – an illustrated talk by Matt Newbury and Sophie Pierce Raising money for SUDEP Action (Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy) Come and join Matt Newbury and Sophie Pierce for a relaxed dip at Torre Abbey Sands, followed by a hearty chowder at Cantina Torquay. Matt and Sophie will then entertain you with an amusing and fascinating romp through the social history of swimming, from barmy bathing machines to daring dives. 18:00 MEET at Torre Abbey Sands, on the beach by the steps opposite Torre Abbey Park: What3Words: glitz.hammer.warns Google pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/42owH2GScYpJMJ9Q9 18:15 SWIM - Vintage swim gear optional!! 18:45 WALK over to Cantina Torquay (approx. 3 minutes flat walk!) 19:00 CHOWDER at Cantina 19:30 TALK
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Details
- When
- Wed, 23 Sept 2026 · 18:00 (GMT+1)
- Where
- Cantina, Torquay
- Address
- Abbey Park, Torquay, TQ2 5HP
- Price
- £22.38 +
- Genre
- 110/dinner or gala
Questions
- When is Dip and Dine evening?
- Wed, 23 Sept 2026 at 18:00 GMT+1.
- How much are tickets for Dip and Dine evening?
- Tickets are £22.38 +.
- Where is Dip and Dine evening?
- Cantina, Torquay, Abbey Park, Torquay, TQ2 5HP, Exeter, United Kingdom.
- Where can I buy tickets for Dip and Dine evening?
- Tickets are sold on Eventbrite. This page links straight to that listing; no tickets are sold here.