Since 2007, the People’s Republic of Stokes Croft – PRSC – has worked tirelessly to promote civil liberty with a particular focus on public space. Sweeping, painting and speaking out are part of their resistance to zealous overregulation of independent initiative. Their lead has arguably encouraged others to do the same and, as a result, Stokes Croft remains a hub of confident and creative dissent.
For the last 18 years PRSC has been incredibly proud to be able to support our local community, but now we need your help. We provide services and support for vulnerable communities; distributing tents, sleeping bags, and magazines, running free art sessions and workshops, and hosting open exhibitions and events. But we can’t do it alone. Like so many, the ongoing cost of living crises have hit us hard.
Here are some of the ways you can help…
- Donate via Paypal, or in person in our shops or at the bar.
- Shop with us – if you’ve had your eye on any of our lovely china, radical books or popular prints, now would be a great time to buy!
- Hire our event space / screen print studio / desk space / yard
- Book onto one of our China Decorating Workshops
- Spread the word – like & share our social posts, and talk about us with all your friends (especially the philanthropic ones!)
Art Studio / Private Office Space Available to Rent
Instead of subsidising corporate landlords with your monthly rent, come join us at PRSC HQ!
With room for at least six staff members, this newly refurbished space would be perfect for a small biz, community org, charity or arts collective that wants to be in the beating heart of Stokes Croft. For £750pcm, you’ll get 24/7 access to roughly 18m² of office, plus a private kitchenette, an en suite toilet, internet and utilities. Show me more »
Latest News & Opinions
Calling All Artists and Lobster Lovers!
An invitation to exhibit, more sea-themed china, and some incredible events coming soon! Plus news, opportunities & job vacancies…
All at Sea
A ship in a (milk) bottle, a new mug, a bit of Black History, a couple of asks, and some amazing events coming up! Plus news, opportunities & job vacancies.
Butter, Bowls, Balls, Beans
Lush new chinaware, International Coffee Day, an art review, and some slightly creepy sculptures, plus events, job vacancies & creative opportunities
List of Events
FOCUS CONGO
We gather once again in solidarity with the Congolese people, raising funds for Focus Congo, an organisation working directly with families impacted by the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Stokes Croft China Mug Decorating Workshop
Spend a relaxing couple of hours raiding our huge stash of vintage & new water-slide transfers, then collaging them onto the chinaware of your choice in a one-off design! Sessions runs 1.00 - 3.00pm or 3.15 - 5.15pm.
School of Activism Presents – Free Party: A Folk History
Documentary about the free party movement in the late 80s/early 90s, plus a Q&A with some of the contributors!
Bizarre Bazaar
Part jumble sale, part makers market, full of weird and wonderful things – art, bric-a-brac, clothing, stories, fortunes, songs... ANYTHING GOES!
PRSC & Immigrant Jamms Presents: The Cyborg Cypher
Come one come all, everyone is welcome to the jamms! Expect interplanetary multilingual lush vibratory experiments and raps…
The People’s Comedy
A night of political, social and cultural comedy featuring some of the most exciting grassroots comedians of Bristol and beyond - and the acts ACTUALLY get paid. Come join the revolution!
Cut & Paste Collage Club
Delve deep into our boxes of paper goodies and cut-paste-rip-tear-scrunch-staple-glue together a weird & wonderful collage.
People’s Art Fair: Winter 2025
Acting as a celebration of culture and expressive art, the People’s Art Fair is open to artists, makers, photographers, painters, sculptors and creatives of all shapes and flavours. We know art isn’t just paintings hanging on walls, so the People’s Art Fair includes all sorts of creative workshops and activities. Register your interest now if you're up for getting involved!
Stokes Croft China Mug Decorating Workshop
Spend a relaxing couple of hours raiding our huge stash of vintage & new water-slide transfers, then collaging them onto the chinaware of your choice in a one-off design! Sessions runs 1.00 - 3.00pm or 3.15 - 5.15pm.
Cut & Paste Collage Club: PAF Special
Delve deep into our boxes of paper goodies and cut-paste-rip-tear-scrunch-staple-glue together a weird & wonderful collage.
PRSC & Immigrant Jamms Presents: The Cyborg Cypher
Come one come all, everyone is welcome to the jamms! Expect interplanetary multilingual lush vibratory experiments and raps…
Bizarre Bazaar
Part jumble sale, part makers market, full of weird and wonderful things – art, bric-a-brac, clothing, stories, fortunes, songs... ANYTHING GOES!
Cut & Paste Collage Club
Delve deep into our boxes of paper goodies and cut-paste-rip-tear-scrunch-staple-glue together a weird & wonderful collage.