TOBACCO FACTORY enterprises
NORTH STREET / raleigh road
Tobacco Factory
is a community hub within a converted historical factory building located on North Street, Southville and houses a lively Cafe Bar, Snug, Mark’s Bakery, Loft space, Studio room, Theatre and Sunday Market, as well as meeting spaces, offices for creative businesses and a performing arts school. A venue hosting regular weekly, monthly and special events, there is so much to, see, hear, participate in and create.
HOTWELLS
grain barge
is a converted barge cafe/bar/restaurant located in the Hotwells District and is Located on Bristol’s beautiful Harbourside, and only a short walk from the city’s bustling centre.
Both venues can be hired out for functions and special occasions.
Established in 2025, The Factory Foundation is a grant making charitable trust that focuses on supporting communities in South Bristol to innovate and strengthen their work around four thematic areas. Our grant rounds run quarterly, and we fund both constituted groups and individuals with innovative ideas who want to test new initiatives or strengthen existing, impactful pieces of work. VISIT THE SITE