Free event

About


An inspirational independent film about the power of community


Two artists in Walthamstow set out to take their street off the grid, kickstarting a solar-powered energy revolution.


Inspired by lockdown mutual aid initiatives, artist-activists Hilary Powell and Dan Edelstyn decided to turn their street into an energy-generating powerhouse – a prototype for a new way of living, with the hope of galvanising a wider push towards sustainable alternatives.


Directed by the duo, POWER STATION charts their turbulent journey, from pitching the idea to their neighbours and sleeping on the roof of their home, to raising finance and launching a bid for a Christmas number one single.


By turns funny and heart-warming, Powell and Edelstyn’s film is a vibrant portrait of their local neighbourhood, and a charming testament to the power of art in changing minds about what could be possible.


Release: Date 3rd October 2025


Runtime: 96 mins


Directors: Dan Edelstyn, Hilary Powell


Classification: PG


This film screening as been funded through the National Lottery Community Fund and organised by Just Transition Wakefield and the Wakefield District Net Zero Partnership


Venue opening hours

Monday : Closed

Tuesday : 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Wednesday : 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Thursday : 9:00 am - 10:30 pm

Friday : 9:00 am - 10:30 pm

Saturday : 10:00 am - 10:30 pm

Sunday : 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Access facilities

  • Accessible Toilet
  • Assistance Dogs Welcome
  • Baby Changing Facilities
  • Step Free Access
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Venue Details

Find us at

Union Street, Wakefield, WF1 3AD

Email

hello@wxwakefield.co.uk