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Our Communities: Documenting Lincoln

These documentary films produced by University of Lincoln BA & MA Film production students celebrate the vibrant community groups and organisations funded by the City of Lincoln Council with thanks to external funding programmes including Be Lincoln Town Deal and UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

They shine a spotlight on the incredible work happening across the city, thanks to the dedication of voluntary sector organisations, charities, and community groups.

These films were produced as part of the City of Lincoln Council and University of Lincoln Creative Arts Civic Partnership and jointly coordinated by Frances Plant (City Council), Ben Anderson (Lincoln Arts Centre) and Phillip Warnell (University of Lincoln). If you have any enquiries about the films, or the project, do direct your queries to these individuals who should be able to help.

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Documenting Lincoln

screenshot from Legacy documentary - shows two women from Adi's Legacy charity they both wear glasses and navy jumpers embroidered with the logo. On the left she has a short blond hair and wears a black beanie and on the right she had a blond bob haircut.

Legacy

Documents the heart and soul of Adi’s Legacy, a charity built on love, loss, and hope.

Screenshot from short film Still Dawber - shows clay sculpture in the garden of a sleeping woman enveloped by the plants. Her skin is a bright white and her features are painted blue.

Still Dawber

A glimpse into the ongoing restoration of the Dawber Garden, led by the Dawber Garden Community Trust.

snapshot from The Sound of Southside short film - shows a red record being played close up.

The Sound of Southside

This short film explores Southside, a vibrant local music venue at the heart of Lincoln’s creative scene.

Screen shot from the Kicking Off documentary shows a young player with dark hair smiling. He wears a bright yellow tricot and blue vest.

Kicking Off

Captures the spirit of The Community World Cup, hosted at the LNER Stadium by Lincoln City Foundation.

A Rubbish Documentary | Short Film. Screengrab from the documentary. Shows a group of people at Sincil Bank in Lincoln holding a banner which reads 'Let's rescue our rivers and save our seas'.

A Rubbish Documentary

This film shines a light on the quiet heroes of Lincoln, local litter pickers who’ve spent the last decade clearing their neighbourhoods of discarded waste.

Passion Through Music

This documentary dives into the story behind Noise Academy, how it was founded, what drives its mission, and how it’s empowering young people in Lincolnshire.

Women on Film – In Their Words

 

Meet the four participants at the heart of this project: Hajra Kemari, Janet Kealey, Emillia Zirker and Lynn Ritson. Each woman brings a distinct story shaped by commitment, creativity and community contribution, reflecting the diversity, resilience and inclusive spirit of Lincoln.

Petit Versaille director Hajra Kemari has built a vibrant, multi-award-winning couture business through determination, vision and entrepreneurial drive. Her self-made journey is deeply inspiring, and her garments reflect both her creativity and resilience.

At Green Synergy’s Dawber Gardens, Janet Kealey and Lynn Ritson each offer very different perspectives on community and volunteering. Janet volunteers in the gardens and played a role in developments connected to the circular brick entrance constructed with visiting Chinese workers. She also speaks Mandarin, bringing another layer of cultural connection to the project. Lynn co-ordinates Dawber Gardens and oversees the wider work of the Foundation, helping sustain an important community space in the city.

At Lincoln City Foundation, Emillia Zirker’s story speaks to dedication and progression. Now in a senior role, she first became involved through volunteering as the Lincoln Imp mascot for Lincoln City Football Club, demonstrating how grassroots involvement can grow into long-term leadership and impact. This documentary film is produced by University of Lincoln BA & MA Film production students.