Reel to Real: Wheel to the Wedding

ScreeningReel to Reel: Wheel to the Wedding

In the Summer of 2025, two friends decided to commit to the adventure of a lifetime and travel overland from London to Istanbul to avoid flying; a journey of joy, challenge and spontaneity. A wedding to make, five weeks to get there (and back!), minimal preparation, many good strangers met and a lot of stories along the way.

Something like this would be a journey and a half for any pair of vagabonds, but throw in to the mix zero bike-packing experience, a high level spinal chord injury and all the added complications of a broke-neck-body while trying to navigate inaccessible infrastructure across 11 countries, and you have a recipe for both magic and madness.

Reel to Real Cinema is a monthly film space in the Stove Café, featuring an eclectic mixture of conversational films – from artist made shorts to feature length documentaries, locally made to international cinema. A space for discussion and thought-provoking films, you are welcome to join us after the film for a short discussion about the themes from this month’s selection.

Reel to Real Cinema is a monthly film space in the Stove Café, featuring an eclectic mixture of conversational films – from artist made shorts to feature length documentaries, locally made to international cinema. A space for discussion and thought-provoking films, you are welcome to join us after the film for a short discussion about the themes from this month’s selection. The Stove Café will be open from 5.30pm – 6:45pm with a pre-film dinner option alongside hot drinks and cakes.

Supported by Film Hub Scotland, part of the BFI’s Film Audience Network, awarding funding on behalf of Screen Scotland and the BFI National Lottery.

Accessibility Information

Access to the Building Level Access is available at the rear of the building through the adjacent close located to the left-hand side of the Café (when facing the front of the building).

Hearing Loop We have a hearing loop system installed in the café to support individuals using hearing aids or cochlear implants.

Personalised Assistance If you have any specific access needs, please let us know, and we’ll be happy to accommodate. You can reach us at info@thestove.org or call us at 01387 252435 to speak with a member of our team.

Additional Support Available Walk-throughs of the building can be arranged prior to your visit so you can familiarise yourself with the space, as well as reserved seating can be arranged to ensure comfort and accessibility; please let us know if you would like seating assigned before arrival.