Ziml and Deamze painted Uplands Audio’s shutters last Sunday. The deal was: Nick, owner of Uplands paid for materials, and Ziml and Deamze got to paint what they wanted.
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Despite the gloom that engulfs the UK economy, Stokes Croft continues to defy the recession. The resurgent Cultural Quarter contines to see businesses opening, and established buildings are repainting their shop fronts.
Portraying the reality of the Jesters Squat, this film also highlights the aggressive behaviour of the Tesco operatives who sought to evict the squatters by force.
Empty Shops and Promotion Initiative (round 2)
Bristol City Council has received funding from the Department of Communities and Local Government to encourage the ‘temporary’ use of empty shops during the recession.
The March took place on 13.02. 10, marking the beginning of the Community’s resistance
to the possibility of a Tesco store in Stokes Croft/ Montpelier.
Stokes Croft China launched at the end of November. Using China Ware from the defunct factories of Staffordshire, and lithographic prints salvaged from Staffordshire’s largest independent decorating factory, local artists and members of the community came together to produce an aesthetic that is uniquely local.
News has emerged that Tesco have bought the lease on the former “Jesters” Comedy Club on Cheltenham Road.
Dave Trew, of Metropolis, reports;
More bad news is that I can confirm that Tesco have signed a lease to take the commercial unit of old Jesters at 140 Cheltenham Road.
We are pleased to announce the launch of Stokes Croft China at PRSC HQ on Friday 27th November .
This is directly in line with our Mission statement,
“To manufacture locally designed product “.
Stokes Croft hosts its first ever fashion show this Sunday. Organised by the inestimable Gilly Woo, whose corsetry and bespoke dressmaking is based in the heart of Stokes Croft, the show will highlight the creativity that resides in the area.