Join your host, Terence Williams, for a deep dive into Bristol’s film culture beyond the big-name indie cinemas. This episode explores the city’s film ecosystem — from micro-cinema bookings and classic film celebrations to festivals, pop-up screenings, and heritage venues that keep cinema alive as a shared community experience. Every listing below is actively operating and includes a verified website and public address so listeners can plan ahead.

Places featured:

20th Century Flicks

Website: https://20thcenturyflicks.co.uk

Address: 19 Christmas Steps, Bristol BS1 5BS

Highlights: Part film archive, part video rental institution, and part bookable micro-cinema — this is one of Bristol’s most unique film experiences, with private screenings and deep-cut discoveries.

Scott Cinemas Bristol, Westbury Park (Orpheus Cinema site)

Website: https://bristolwestburypark.scottcinemas.co.uk

Address: Northumbria Drive, Westbury Park, Bristol BS9 4HN

Highlights: A classic neighbourhood cinema experience — a great counterpoint to city-centre venues, and ideal for listeners who want a traditional screen, local atmosphere, and a reliable programme.

Bristol Film Festival

Website: https://www.bristolfilmfestival.com

Address: 26 Kings Parade Mews, Clifton, Bristol BS8 2RE

Highlights: A modern film festival brand focused on “cinema as an event” — screenings in memorable settings, themed nights, and experiences designed for film lovers who want more than just a seat and a screen.

Encounters Film Festival (Short Film & Animation)

Website: https://www.encounters.film

Address: 1 Unity Street, Bristol BS1 5HH

Highlights: Bristol’s flagship short film and animation festival energy — a home for emerging talent, bold storytelling, and a strong industry-meets-community vibe that reflects Bristol’s creative DNA.

Cary Comes Home Festival

Website: https://www.carycomeshome.co.uk

Address: Bristol Megascreen (Bristol Aquarium), Anchor Road, Bristol BS1 5TT

Highlights: A festival celebrating Cary Grant’s Bristol roots with classic film screenings and special events — a brilliant “film heritage” angle that connects Hollywood history back to the city.

Slapstick Festival

Website: https://slapstick.org.uk

Address: 96 Somerset Road, Upper Knowle, Bristol BS4 2JB

Highlights: A screen comedy festival that treats film like performance — classic comedy, live events, and curated screenings that bring audiences together for a shared laugh on a big screen.

Join your host, Terence Williams, as he explores six bookable experiences in Bristol that go beyond simply “going out.” From immersive games and tastings to creative and sensory adventures, this episode is all about memorable experiences you can plan, book, and gift. Every place featured is actively trading, independently run, and offers a clear, book-ahead experience.

🎟️ Places featured:

Wake The Tiger

Website: https://www.wakethetiger.com

Address: 127 Albert Road, St Philips, Bristol BS2 0YA

Highlights: The UK’s first “Amazement Park®” — a large-scale immersive art experience with hidden doors, interactive storytelling, and surreal environments you explore at your own pace.

Axe & Trap

Website: https://axeandtrap.com

Address: 153 Whiteladies Road, Bristol BS8 2RA

Highlights: Guided axe-throwing sessions in a safe, social environment. A popular choice for group bookings, birthdays, and competitive fun with expert instructors.

Locked In A Room

Website: https://lockedinaroom.co.uk

Address: 6–8 Park Street, Bristol BS1 5HX

Highlights: One of Bristol’s original escape-room venues, offering multiple themed puzzle rooms that challenge teamwork, logic, and problem-solving under pressure.

Bristol Blue Glass

Website: https://bristol-blue-glass.co.uk

Address: Unit 2, 15–17 Bath Buildings, Montpelier, Bristol BS6 5PT

Highlights: Hands-on glass-blowing experiences where visitors can create their own piece of Bristol Blue glass with guidance from skilled artisans.

6 O’Clock Gin Experience

Website: https://www.6oclockgin.com/experiences

Address: 6 O’Clock Gin Distillery, Thornbury, South Gloucestershire BS35 3UT

Highlights: Bookable distillery tours and tasting experiences exploring botanicals, copper stills, and the story behind one of the region’s best-known craft gins.

SUP Bristol

Website: https://www.supbristol.com

Address: Baltic Wharf, Cumberland Road, Bristol BS1 6XG

Highlights: Stand-up paddleboarding lessons and guided tours through Bristol’s floating harbour — a relaxed but memorable way to see the city from the water.

Join your host, Terence Williams, for a six-stop wander through Bristol’s best places to discover antiques, interiors, and characterful home finds. From historic arcades and traditional markets to design-led interiors shops and bold statement furniture, this episode is all about objects with stories, craftsmanship, and personality. Every location featured is actively trading and has a clear, verifiable web presence so you can explore further or plan a visit with confidence.

🪑 Places featured:

Clifton Arcade

Website: https://www.cliftonarcade.co.uk

Address: Boyce’s Avenue, Clifton, Bristol BS8 4AA

Highlights: A beautiful Victorian arcade housing multiple independent dealers specialising in antiques, jewellery, interiors, and collectables. One of Bristol’s most atmospheric places to browse for unique home pieces.

St Nicholas Market

Website: https://www.stnicholasmarketbristol.com

Address: Corn Street, Bristol BS1 1JQ

Highlights: Beyond its famous food stalls, St Nick’s is home to long-standing traders selling antiques, prints, vintage objects, and curiosities — a cornerstone of Bristol’s trading and collecting culture.

Prior Shop Home

Website: https://priorshop.co.uk/pages/home

Address: 49 Park Street, Bristol BS1 5PW

Highlights: A thoughtfully curated interiors and lifestyle space focusing on high-quality homeware, lighting, textiles, and timeless design, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and craftsmanship.

Midgley Green

Website: https://www.midgleygreen.com

Address: 12 Colston Yard, Bristol BS1 5BD

Highlights: A design-led furniture and interiors showroom showcasing modern classics, contemporary pieces, and statement lighting — ideal for both inspiration and investment buys.

Otomi

Website: https://www.otomi.co.uk

Address: 15 Perry Road, Southville, Bristol BS3 1BQ

Highlights: A long-standing Bristol favourite offering globally inspired homeware, textiles, rugs, cushions, and decorative accessories sourced from around the world.

Repsycho

Website: https://www.repsycho.co.uk

Address: 60 Park Street, Bristol BS1 5JN

Highlights: Bold, theatrical furniture and interiors with a strong vintage and maximalist aesthetic — perfect for anyone who loves dramatic, statement-making home design.

Join your host, Terence Williams, as he explores six Bristol businesses that equip the city’s adventurers, explorers, and outdoors-minded locals. From climbing and hiking to cycling, paddle sports, and wild swimming, this episode highlights independent and specialist shops that help Bristolians get outside — whether that’s the Mendips, the coast, or the hills just beyond the city. Every location featured is actively trading, well-established, and easy to visit.

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Ellis Brigham Mountain Sports

Website: https://www.ellis-brigham.com

Address: 10–12 Park Street, Bristol BS1 5HX

Highlights: A go-to destination for serious outdoor kit, including hiking, climbing, skiing, and camping gear. Known for expert staff, boot fitting services, and high-quality technical equipment.

Cotswold Outdoor (Bristol)

Website: https://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com

Address: 40–42 Queen Square, Bristol BS1 4QP

Highlights: A large outdoor retailer offering clothing, footwear, and gear for walking, travel, camping, and adventure sports — popular with beginners and experienced explorers alike.

Bristol Rock Centre

Website: https://www.bristolrockcentre.com

Address: 336 Gloucester Road, Bristol BS7 8TR

Highlights: Independent climbing specialists stocking ropes, shoes, chalk, hardware, and bouldering essentials. A favourite among climbers heading to Avon Gorge, the Mendips, or indoor walls.

Ground Effect Cycling

Website: https://www.groundeffectcycling.com

Address: 11–13 Colston Yard, Bristol BS1 5BD

Highlights: A long-established independent bike shop offering sales, servicing, repairs, and accessories. Known for friendly advice and supporting Bristol’s strong cycling culture.

SUP Bristol

Website: https://www.supbristol.com

Address: Baltic Wharf, Cumberland Road, Bristol BS1 6XG

Highlights: Stand-up paddleboarding specialists offering lessons, guided tours, equipment hire, and retail — right on the harbourside, making it easy to get straight onto the water.

Up and Under Outdoor

Website: https://www.upandunder.co.uk

Address: 67 Whiteladies Road, Clifton, Bristol BS8 2NT

Highlights: One of the UK’s oldest independent outdoor shops, stocking classic and modern gear for climbing, walking, camping, and travel — trusted by generations of adventurers.

Join your host, Terence Williams, for a six-stop tour through Bristol’s thriving vintage and second-hand shopping scene. From carefully curated retro fashion to bargain-filled charity shops and iconic resale destinations, this episode celebrates the joy of thrifting in a city that prides itself on individuality and sustainability. Every spot featured is actively trading, independently loved, and ideal for discovering one-of-a-kind finds.

👗 Places featured:

Rag Trade Boutique

Website: https://www.ragtradeboutique.co.uk

Address: 6 Park Street, Bristol BS1 5PQ

Highlights: One of Bristol’s best-known vintage shops, Rag Trade specialises in handpicked men’s and women’s vintage clothing from the 70s through to the 90s, including denim, jackets, dresses, and accessories.

Re:Up Bristol

Website: https://www.reupbristol.com

Address: 82 Park Street, Bristol BS1 5PJ

Highlights: A colourful, modern resale store focused on reworked and curated vintage fashion. Known for bold streetwear, statement pieces, and a strong sustainability message.

Loot Vintage

Website: https://www.lootvintage.co.uk

Address: 3 St Nicholas Street, Bristol BS1 1UB

Highlights: A favourite for affordable vintage and second-hand clothing, with rails packed full of retro shirts, jackets, dresses, and denim — great for treasure hunters and bargain seekers.

Sobey’s Vintage Clothing

Website: https://sobeysvintageclothing.co.uk

Address: 104 Cheltenham Road, Bristol BS6 5RW

Highlights: A long-standing independent vintage shop offering well-organised rails of classic menswear, womenswear, and timeless pieces from multiple decades.

Revive Charity Shop (Stokes Croft)

Website: https://revivecharity.org.uk

Address: 21 Stokes Croft, Bristol BS1 3PR

Highlights: A popular charity shop known for high-quality second-hand clothing, furniture, and homeware. A great stop for ethical thrifting while supporting local community causes.

Gloucester Road Vintage & Charity Strip

Website: https://visitbristol.co.uk

Address: Gloucester Road, Bishopston, Bristol BS7

Highlights: One of the longest stretches of independent shops in Europe, Gloucester Road is packed with vintage stores, charity shops, and resale gems — ideal for a full afternoon of thrifting and browsing.

Join your host, Terence Williams, for a crate-digging journey through Bristol’s independent record shops — the places that keep the city’s music culture alive long after the gigs end. From rare pressings and reissues to genre-defining specialists and DJ-favourite bins, this episode celebrates the shops where Bristol discovers, preserves, and obsesses over vinyl. Every location below is independently run, actively trading, and open to the public.

🎶 Places featured:

Idle Hands Records

Website: https://idlehandsrecords.com

Address: 8 Lower Park Row, Bristol BS1 5BJ

Highlights: A globally respected independent record shop known for electronic, techno, ambient, experimental, and underground releases. Also operates as a label and distro, attracting DJs and collectors from around the world.

Wanted Records

Website: https://www.wantedrecords.co.uk

Address: 24 Small Street, Bristol BS1 1DW

Highlights: A long-standing Bristol institution stocking new and second-hand vinyl across rock, indie, soul, jazz, hip-hop, and classics. Known for fair pricing, knowledgeable staff, and deep crates.

Prime Cuts Record Store

Website: https://primecutsbristol.co.uk

Address: 4–6 St Nicholas Street, Bristol BS1 1UB

Highlights: A specialist vinyl shop focusing on soul, funk, jazz, disco, hip-hop, and rare groove. Hugely popular with DJs and collectors looking for quality pressings and hard-to-find records.

Plastic Wax Records

Website: https://plasticwaxrecords.com

Address: 16 Gloucester Road, Bishopston, Bristol BS7 8AE

Highlights: A fiercely independent shop known for punk, metal, hardcore, noise, and alternative music. Community-driven, unapologetically niche, and a vital part of Gloucester Road’s creative scene.

Friendly Records

Website: https://friendlyrecords.co.uk

Address: 16 North Street, Bedminster, Bristol BS3 1HT

Highlights: A welcoming neighbourhood record shop offering new vinyl, Record Store Day exclusives, in-store signings, and a strong connection to Bristol’s local music community.

Specialist Subject Records

Website: https://specialistsubjectrecords.co.uk

Address: 41 Perry Road, Southville, Bristol BS3 1BQ

Highlights: Independent label and record shop championing punk, DIY, alternative, and left-field music. Stocks vinyl, tapes, zines, and merch with a strong ethical and community focus.

Join your host, Terence Williams, as he explores six of Bristol’s best independent boutiques and maker-led shops — places where creativity, craftsmanship, and local identity take centre stage. From ethically made fashion and homeware to illustration, gifts, and Bristol-designed products, this episode celebrates shopping local and supporting businesses that do things differently. Every location listed below is independently owned, actively trading, and easy to visit in person.

🛍️ Places featured:

Prior Shop

Website: https://priorshop.co.uk

Address: 49 Park Street, Bristol BS1 5PW

Highlights: An ethical menswear store focusing on sustainable, well-made clothing and footwear. Known for timeless design, transparency, and a carefully curated selection of responsible brands.

Grace & Mabel

Website: https://www.graceandmabel.co.uk

Address: 32 The Mall, Clifton, Bristol BS8 4DS

Highlights: A stylish independent women’s boutique offering contemporary fashion, accessories, and personal styling. Loved for its friendly service and carefully chosen brands.

Fox + Feather

Website: https://www.foxandfeather.co.uk

Address: 170 North Street, Bedminster, Bristol BS3 1JQ

Highlights: A Bristol-based gift shop specialising in locally made prints, cards, jewellery, and homeware. A go-to stop for thoughtful gifts and Bristol-designed pieces.

Fig 1

Website: https://fig1.co.uk

Address: 10 Clifton Arcade, Boyce’s Avenue, Clifton, Bristol BS8 4AA

Highlights: A beautifully curated shop focusing on contemporary design, stationery, ceramics, jewellery, and homeware — ideal for design lovers and gift seekers.

That Thing

Website: https://thatthing.co

Address: 127 Cheltenham Road, Cotham, Bristol BS6 5RW

Highlights: A much-loved Bristol shop showcasing illustration, prints, books, zines, and creative gifts — with a strong emphasis on independent artists and playful design.

Made in Bristol Shop

Website: https://madeinbristolshop.co.uk

Address: 14 Small Street, Bristol BS1 1DE

Highlights: A collective retail space featuring products exclusively made by Bristol-based artists and makers, from ceramics and jewellery to art prints and home décor.

Join your host, Terence Williams, for a six‑stop tour of Bristol’s vibrant coffee culture. From relaxed neighbourhood cafés to speciality brewers with cult followings, this episode highlights the city’s standout spots for expertly brewed espresso, filter coffee, delicious pastries, and welcoming atmospheres. Each venue below has a confirmed address and active presence so you can plan your own caffeinated adventure.

Bridges & Balloons

☕️ Places featured:

Full Court Press

Website: https://fcp.coffee/

Address: 59 Broad Street, Bristol BS12EJ, United Kingdom

Highlights: A central favourite for speciality coffee lovers, roasting its own beans and serving expertly crafted espresso drinks and filter brews in a lively city location.

Small Street Espresso

Website: http://www.smallstreetespresso.co.uk/

Address: 23 Small Street, Bristol BS11DW, United Kingdom

Highlights: One of Bristol’s earliest specialty coffee pioneers — intimate, excellent espresso and filter, great spot for a morning pick‑me‑up or slow coffee break.

Gather Coffee

Website: https://gathercoffee.co.uk/

Address: 56a Park Street, Bristol BS15JN, United Kingdom

Highlights: Highly rated café with a warm, bright interior and stellar reviews for both coffee quality and service — a favourite for relaxed catch‑ups in the heart of town.

Greytone Coffee

Website: https://burrabristol.co.uk/

Address: UnitA, Dean Street Works, 13‑19 Dean Street, Bristol BS28SF, United Kingdom

Highlights: Stylish speciality coffee shop with a modern aesthetic, excellent single‑origin pours, and moreish baked goods — great for remote work or midday coffee runs.

New Cut Coffee

Website: https://newcutcoffee.com/

Address: Museum Street, Bristol BS16UD, United Kingdom

Highlights: A beloved neighbourhood café with consistently high ratings — known for smooth brews, welcoming service, and a local feel.

The Coffee Box

Instagram: @thecoffeeboxbristol

Address: 100 Temple Street, Redcliffe, Bristol BS16HT, United Kingdom

Highlights: A hidden gem in Redcliffe with a stellar review score, neat coffee menu, and friendly vibe — perfect for a quieter, neighbourhood coffee stop.

Join your host, Terence Williams, for a front‑row seat to Bristol’s vibrant performing arts scene. In this episode, we visit six of the city’s most beloved and varied performance venues — from grand historic stages to intimate fringe spaces — each offering a different flavour of live theatre, music, comedy, improv, and performance culture. All are active, have real websites or strong public listings, and are easy to visit.

🎭 Places featured:

Bristol Old Vic

Website: https://bristololdvic.org.uk

Address: King Street, Bristol BS1 4ED, United Kingdom

Highlights: The oldest continuously working theatre in the English‑speaking world, Bristol Old Vic presents acclaimed drama, comedy, contemporary work, and family‑friendly shows from its historic King Street home.

Bristol Hippodrome

Website: https://www.atgtickets.com/venues/bristol-hippodrome

Address: St Augustine’s Parade, Bristol BS1 4UZ, United Kingdom

Highlights: One of Britain’s largest theatre stages, the Hippodrome hosts touring West End musicals, opera, ballet, comedians, and classic pantomimes year‑round — a must‑visit for spectacular productions.

Tobacco Factory Theatres

Website: https://www.tobaccofactorytheatres.com

Address: Raleigh Road, Southville, Bristol BS3 1TF, United Kingdom

Highlights: A dynamic cultural hub in a converted factory building, with a packed calendar of theatre, puppetry, comedy, dance, family shows and innovative performance work.

Tobacco Factory Theatres

The Wardrobe Theatre

Website: http://thewardrobetheatre.com

Address: 25 West Street, Old Market, Bristol BS2 0DF, United Kingdom

Highlights: Bristol’s leading fringe theatre, known for bold, eclectic programming that includes comedy, improvisation, local writing, and family productions — intimate and engaging.

Bristol Beacon

Website: http://www.bristolbeacon.org

Address: Trenchard Street, Bristol BS1 5AR, United Kingdom

Highlights: More than a concert hall, Bristol Beacon is a major performance venue celebrating music, spoken‑word, community events and cross‑genre performances, with a stunning programme and heritage.

Redgrave Theatre

Website: http://www.redgravetheatre.com

Address: Percival Road, Clifton, Bristol BS8 3LE, United Kingdom

Highlights: A classic theatre venue boasting a varied event calendar of plays, live music, comedy and community performances — beloved for its welcoming atmosphere and regional programming.

Join your host, Terence Williams, for a six‑stop tour of Bristol’s most storied pubs — places with centuries of history, fascinating local lore, and plenty of character. From cider houses older than the Clifton Suspension Bridge to harbour‑side inns with maritime roots, this episode explores pubs that are destinations in their own right. Each location below is active and confirmed with a real address and (where available) working website so you can plan your own visit.

🍺 Places featured:

Seven Stars

Website: http://www.7stars.co.uk/

Address: 1 Thomas Lane, Redcliffe, Bristol BS1 6JG, United Kingdom

Highlights: One of Bristol’s oldest pubs, tucked down a cobbled lane in Redcliffe. Known for its extensive real‑ale selection, traditional atmosphere, and deep historical links — including hosting abolitionist Thomas Clarkson in the 18th century.

The Coronation Tap

Website: https://www.thecoronationtap.com/

Address: 8 Sion Place, Clifton, Bristol BS8 4AX, United Kingdom

Highlights: Known locally as “The Cori,” this iconic cider house has been pouring strong Exhibition Cider and classic drinks for over 200 years. Its historic vibe and Clifton setting make it a must‑visit for cider lovers and history fans alike.

The Hatchet Inn - JW Bassett Pub

Website: https://www.jwbpubs.com/pubs/the-hatchet-inn/

Address: 27 Frogmore Street, Bristol BS1 5NA, United Kingdom

Highlights: Often cited as Bristol’s oldest operating pub (dating back to 1606), this Grade II‑listed timber‑framed gem brims with character, a great beer garden, and a lively crowd.

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The Stag & Hounds

Website: https://www.thestagandhounds.co.uk/

Address: 74 Old Market Street, Bristol BS2 0EJ, United Kingdom

Highlights: A historic Old Market favourite with a warm, friendly atmosphere and a solid roster of craft beers and pub dishes — a strong example of Bristol’s hearty, character‑rich pub culture.

Grain Barge

Website: https://www.grainbarge.com/

Address: Hotwell Rd, Mardyke Wharf, Hotwells, Bristol BS8 4RU, United Kingdom

Highlights: A truly unique harbour‑side pub and bar/restaurant aboard a converted barge. With panoramic water views, seasonal menus, craft drinks and lively live music, it’s a historic setting with modern appeal.

The Ostrich

Website: https://butcombe.com/the-ostrich-pub-bristol/

Address: Lower Guinea Street, Redcliffe, Bristol BS1 6TJ, United Kingdom

Highlights: Built in the 18th century and long part of Bristol’s dockside pub scene, The Ostrich combines old‑world harbour charm with a large beer garden, hearty pub food, and a laid‑back social vibe perfect for a long afternoon drink.