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.
Tier three restrictions have closed most of the public events at the PRSC, though the People’s Art Fair – Winter Edition is running.
The Space will be available to hire from Jan 3rd for whatever socially distanced activities are allowed.
We are also still running our Street Survival sessions, as the homeless still need support during this time (here’s how you can help).
The Stokes Croft China shop is open!
We fund our entire operation through china shop sales and venue hire – by ordering from our online shop or donating you can help to ensure our future existence. We appreciate all your patience and support throughout this difficult time.
Stokes Croft Food Project
Stokes Croft Food Project is a collaboration between local businesses, charities and campaigners, set up to tackle hunger and food poverty in Stokes Croft by providing nutritious food to those most in need in our community, particularly during this global health crisis.
Street Survival
Skill-sharing/self-help sessions for local rough-sleepers, Tuesday afternoons 2-4pm. Survival skills, tips and tricks for living on the streets, tea & coffee, plus a blanket exchange offering tents, bedding & toiletries.
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Happy National DJ Day!
Today is National DJ day in the U.S and it feels like the UK could do with a day to celebrate our DJs too, so PRSC are stealing this one (actually we’re not stealing it, we’re just sampling it and making it fresh for a new audience).
Tesco’s Alcohol Habit
Ten years ago Tesco sneakily gained planning permission to open on Cheltenham Road, inspiring the No Tesco in Stokes Croft campaign. Tesco still opened, but without late opening or a liquor license, thanks to the local campaigners. Fast forward to today, Tesco are at...
2020 in Pictures
Looking back on an unprecedented year…
List of Events
POSTPONED: The People’s Art Fair – Valentine’s Show
The People's Art Fair is full of love! We love art, colour and creativity. We love making a noise and causing a scene. We love seeing how many unique and creative works of art we can cram into one room. Come on down and feel the love.
The People’s Comedy
On the first Friday of every month, the People's Republic of Stokes Croft present a revolutionary event: the UK's only sociopolitical comedy night, where Bristol's satirists deconstruct the power paradigm to comedic effect, and the acts ACTUALLY get paid. A fantastic night of political, social and cultural comedy featuring some of the most exciting grassroots comedians of Bristol and beyond - come and join the revolution!