Cocktails & Independent Cinema Nights in Bristol

Cocktails & Independent Cinema Nights in Bristol

28 Sept 2025

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Join host Terence Williams as he explores the intersection of drinks culture and film in Bristol. This episode highlights six standout spots—cocktail bars and indie cinemas—where sophistication meets creativity after dark. Each location has a live website and confirmed address so you can plan your next night out with confidence. Places featured: The Milk Thistle Website: milkthistlebristol.com Address: Quay Head House, Colston Ave, Bristol BS1 1EB Why: Stylish, multi-floor speakeasy cocktail bar hidden in the city centre. Filthy XIII Website: filthyxiii.com Address: 208 Cheltenham Road, Bristol BS6 5QU Why: Award‑winning cocktail bar in Stokes Croft with creative drink menus and small bites. Watershed Website: watershed.co.uk Address: 1 Canon’s Road, Harbourside, Bristol BS1 5TX Why: Iconic independent cinema and cultural centre, with café/bar and creative programming. Everyman Bristol Website: everymancinema.com Address: Whiteladies Road, Clifton, Bristol BS8 2NH Why: Boutique cinema with luxe seating, in-cinema dining, and a bar. Cube Cinema Website: cubecinema.com Address: Dove Street South [off top-left of King Square], Kingsdown, Bristol. BS2 8JD Why: Known for alternative, cult, arthouse film & community programming. The Juke Box Website: thejukeboxbars.com Address: 32 Park Street, Bristol BS1 5JA Why: Cocktail bar with live music, energetic ambiance, creative drinks.