The Central Police Station, also known as the Bridewell[1] is a historic building on Nelson Street, Broadmead, Bristol, England.

[2] Prior to the construction of the present building, the Central Police Station had been located in Bridewell Street.

In 1880, the watch committee were involved in the setting up of an independent fire brigade and a site was chosen adjacent to the police station.

"[6] In December 2007 a graffiti exhibition was held in the Old Bridewell Police Station building to raise funds for Bristol Children's Hospital.

It became home to Artspace Lifespace by agreement the property developers Urban Splash whilst a new use for the site was found.