Bring Your Hardware. Bring Your Ideas.
This is a relaxed, hands-on day for anyone actively enjoying retro computing — whether you’re repairing old machines, experimenting with code, upgrading hardware, or simply proud of a setup you want to share.
Important Registration Note
Payment for your participation of this retro event is now done as individuals at the Falkirk Business Hub reception on the event day. You register here on this website as to your intent of coming, but pay on the day at reception. The normal price is £10 (+VAT) per 4 hours of a desk rental in the co-working space (the space that is normally used for I.T. Crowd gatherings), but you will have a 10% discount on this. So you may pay for the whole day (09:00am to 17:00pm) or for a four hour block (I recommend the former).
What to Expect
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Hardware Show & Tell
Bring along your classic machines and peripherals to display, discuss, and compare with other enthusiasts. -
Projects in Progress
Software experiments, hardware mods, music tools, restorations — finished or unfinished, all are welcome. -
Collaborative Tinkering
Team up with others to explore ideas, troubleshoot issues, or dive into shared coding or hardware challenges. -
Shared Knowledge & Experience
Swap tips, discoveries, and hard-earned lessons with people who genuinely enjoy this era of computing. -
Repair & Upgrade Advice
Informal help and guidance on diagnosing problems or improving performance. -
Refreshments Included
Tea, coffee, and biscuits will be available throughout the day, with lunch options at the on-site Finnegans Café.
Everyone Welcome
This is an open, platform-agnostic event. While Acorn systems are very much at home here, we warmly welcome enthusiasts of Sinclair, Atari, Commodore, Amstrad, Apple, and other classic machines. If you enjoy retro tech, you’ll fit right in.
Venue
Falkirk Business Hub
45 Vicar Street, Falkirk, FK1 1LL
The venue is just a two-minute walk from Grahamston Train Station and easily accessed from the M9. Full lift access and disabled facilities are available. After the event, Falkirk offers plenty of nearby bars and restaurants for those who want to continue chatting into the evening.
Parking Options
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Weir Street Car Park – Adjacent to the venue; ideal for unloading equipment (short-stay, higher cost).
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Melville Street Car Park – Very close; also short-stay with premium rates.
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Garrison Place Car Park – Best value for all-day parking.
Come along for a full day of retro computing: practical tinkering, good conversation, shared enthusiasm, and a chance to reconnect with Scotland’s growing retro community.
