Watershed

Who we are

Watershed produces accessible and inclusive cultural experiences that fire up the imagination and bring people together. Based in Bristol, we are a leading cross-art form organisation in the UK, demonstrating a track record of innovation and risk taking over 40 years.

Watershed is one of Europe’s leading independent cultural cinemas, the only multi-screen cultural cinema in the South West and one of very few places outside London where UK audiences can engage with a year-round programme of world cinema.We are a world-leader in art and technology practice. We established the Pervasive Media Studio in 2008 and its ethos of collaborative innovation has grown an international reputation and network. We gift space to over 180 residents and have a rich network of over 450 creatives.