2019 in pictures

2019 in pictures

Once every couple of weeks down at the People’s Republic of Stokes Croft we get asked “So what exactly is it that you do here anyway?” to which the answer is usually “erm… well… I guess…. lots of things?… good stuff…”. So in case you’ve been wondering the same thing, here is a little (non-comprehensive) look back at what we did in 2019.

Oh Bollocks, it’s Christmas

Oh Bollocks, it’s Christmas

We’ve tried not to mention the C-word too much recently, but as it’s now December there’s really no escaping it. So here’s how we’re celebrating the festive season at PRSC and Stokes Croft China this year…

Who Killed the Bearpit?

Who Killed the Bearpit?

At the end of last week the occupants of the Bearpit were suddenly evicted, and the whole space fenced off. We at the Peoples Republic of Stokes Croft were as surprised as anyone. Maybe more so, as Bristol City Council had signed documents with us, including...
Ads and Art in the City

Ads and Art in the City

Hello, Vocalise Magazine! Here are some bits that we think make an excellent read for your next lunch break. Discussing the dangers of advertising The movement to resist billboards and outdoor advertising has been growing in Bristol. Namely AdBlock Bristol has been...
Save the Bearpit – What can you do?

Save the Bearpit – What can you do?

Last October, without prior discussion of any kind, Bristol City council served legal papers on the Bearpit Improvement Group (BIG) and Peoples Republic of Stokes Croft (PRSC) for removal of all the community structures that they have installed in the Bearpit over the...