The Deputy Mayor of Bridgwater, Councillor Leigh Redman recently attended the opening of a new exhibition celebrating local skittles heritage.
‘The Skittle Players of Bridgwater, Somerset’, is a new photographic exhibition by Joss Barratt. The exhibition documents the long‑standing tradition of skittles in Bridgwater capturing the people, places and social connections at the heart of this much‑loved local pastime.
During the opening event, a bound copy of the exhibition work was presented to the Deputy Mayor in recognition of the funding support provided by Bridgwater Town Council.
Councillor Leigh Redman said,
“This exhibition is a wonderful celebration of a tradition that means a great deal to many people in Bridgwater. Skittles has played an important role in the town’s social history and Joss Barratt’s work captures that sense of community with real warmth and authenticity.”
Somerset Film at The Engine Room received a Venue Grant from Bridgwater Town Council. Venue Grants support organisations based in the town that work cooperatively with the Council to help deliver its initiatives. The exhibition aligns with the Council’s Cultural Enrichment funding priority, which aims to promote Bridgwater as a vibrant and culturally rich town while celebrating its history and heritage through activities such as exhibitions, theatre and pop‑up events.
The Skittle Players of Bridgwater, Somerset will run at The Engine Room until Thursday 21 May 2026. Admission is free. The exhibition is open on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays and is closed on Tuesdays and weekends, offering residents and visitors the opportunity to reflect on a much-loved local pastime brought to life through photography.
For further information about the exhibition visit https://www.somersetfilm.com/whats-on/joss-barratt-bridgwater-skittles
