First established in 1981, the centre supports a wide variety of groups, with an emphasis on alternative transport, health, community arts and campaigns. As well as a cycle shop, a forge, a ceramics workshop and a community arts shop, the centre provides office space for 14 organisations including the magazine The Spark, the theatre group Green Ginger and the Make-a-Wish Foundation.

Organisations that have flourished in Colston Street over the years include the Soil Association (1986- 98), Urban Centre for Appropriate Technology (1981-88), now known as Bristol Energy Centre, Childtime (1992-95) and the Centre for Sustainable Energy.

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"The Soil Association felt truly at home in the green culture of Colston Street. Surrounded by like-minded organisations and supported by a landlord who was totally committed to our aims and philosophy, we were provided with an environment in which to flourish and grow...and grow. It was a sad day when we lowered the Soil Association flag that fluttered above the Colston Street rooftops."
Patrick Holden, Director of the Soil Association