Welcome to Bristol Textile Quarter (BTQ)
A shared workspace supporting Bristol’s textile community
Bristol Textile Quarter (BTQ) offers affordable, flexible studio space and equipment access for textile artists, designers, and makers.
Located in St Philips, Bristol—just:
- 8 minutes’ walk from Temple Meads
- 5 minutes from Old Market & Castle Park
BTQ provides:
- Workspace for up to 12 resident members, including private desk space, storage and access to large communal workspace
- Temporary access for short-term or project-based use
- A collaborative, creative environment where Bristol’s textile community can thrive
What’s at BTQ?
Studio Facilities
- Individual desk spaces + storage
- 1 industrial sewing machine (with silk, cotton & heavy-weight needles)
- 3 industrial overlockers
- Cutting tables: 3 x 3’x6’, 1 x 5’x5’
- 2 adjustable female mannequins
- Steam iron
- Harris floor loom & tabletop loom
- 5 Brother knitting machines (KH S series)
- 1 Brother chunky knitting machine (KH260) + ribber
- Drum carder
- Professional photographic lighting + backdrop
Available Materials
- Dot & Cross pattern paper
- Basic machine threads
- Donated yarns on cone
Extras & Amenities
- Fibre broadband Wi-Fi
- Kitchen & toilet access
- Recycling (paper, card, tin & textiles)
- Printer & ink
- Private meeting room with a library of textile publications
Community & Collaborations
BTQ is home to:
- A textile graduate placement scheme (in partnership with Bath Spa University)
- The popular MeetMakeMend events — regular mending socials that foster connection, reflection, and shared skill-building
Membership Options
Resident Membership – £190/month
Includes:
- 24/7 access, personal keys
- Additional storage
- Discount on BTQ workshops
Friday Play – £25/day
Try the space out for a day — perfect for freelancers, creatives, or anyone wanting to dip into a vibrant textile community.
📍 Location: St Philips, Bristol
🚶 8 mins from Temple Meads | 5 mins from Old Market & Castle Park
📩 Arrange a visit or learn more
🌐 www.bristoltextilequarter.co.uk
✉️ hello@bristoltextilequarter.co.uk
Address:
Barton Street
Bristol
BS2 0LF