The I.T. Crowd (Scotland) : Acorn Computer User Group Jan 2024

(photography in this poster by Richard Keeble)

This is a gathering for lovers of retro microcomputers, especially those fond of the BBC Micro, Acorn Electron, Atom, and Archimedes/RISC OS machines. This event is aimed at bringing together a community of like-minded individuals in a comfortable and modern setting – the Falkirk Business Hub, in central Falkirk, Scotland.

To emphasise this event is open to all with an interest in Acorn computers!

Thursday 18th January 2024 7:00PM running until 10:00PM

🕹 Event Features:

This is an informal gathering for…

• – Show and Tell: Bring your own hardware to display and discuss with others.
• – Collaborative Working: Spend time on hardware, programming, or gaming projects.
• – Knowledge Exchange: Share ideas, insights, and skills with other enthusiasts.
• – Advice on Repair and Upgrade: Reviving poorly Acorn machines.
• – Socialize and Enjoy : There’s a kitchen for coffee, tea and biscuits. We’re in the town centre for bars, pubs and restaurants for potential afterwards gatherings.

🔎 January 2024 Focus : Acorn Swap Meet

Bring your Acorn-related items to swap, sell, offer as a freebie or showcase.

This could include hardware, software, magazines, and accessories, allowing you to expand your collections or discover rare items

If you want to take part in this, then In the StarDot forum for this event, post a reply stating one or more of these…

• – What you’re looking for
• – What you might be willing to swap
• – What you may wish to sell
• – What you may offer as a freebie
• – What you may bring to just showcase

We’d encourage you to abide by the StarDot forum rules for trading

 All Are Welcome:
While the event is Acorn-centric, we could welcome enthusiasts of other retro machines as well.

 Date & Time:
Thursday 18th January 2024 7:00PM running until 10:00PM

 Location: Falkirk Business Hub

45 Vicar St, Falkirk FK1 1LL
Nearest car park (opposite building) : weir street

Access : use the side door on Vicar Street. This also has disabled access.

https://falkirkbusinesshub.co.uk/ – a contemporary venue centrally located, just a 2-minute walk from Grahamston Train Station and with seamless access to the M9 motorway between Stirling and Edinburgh. Numerous bars and restaurants are nearby for post-event socializing.
There is a car park next to the building which is free in the evenings.
Building includes disabled access and lifts.