{"id":1175,"date":"2026-06-06T11:28:12","date_gmt":"2026-06-06T11:28:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/retrorendezvous.org\/?post_type=tribe_events&p=1175"},"modified":"2026-06-06T19:39:55","modified_gmt":"2026-06-06T19:39:55","slug":"the-it-crowd-scotland-day-event-saturday-4th-july","status":"publish","type":"tribe_events","link":"https:\/\/retrorendezvous.org\/index.php\/event\/the-it-crowd-scotland-day-event-saturday-4th-july\/","title":{"rendered":"The IT Crowd (Scotland) Day Event : Saturday 4th July"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Retro Computing Day Event \u2013 Register Now!<\/strong><\/p>\n

Date:<\/strong> Saturday, July 4th, 2026 Time:<\/strong> 9:00 AM \u2013 5:00 PM<\/h2>\n
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Bring Your Hardware. Bring Your Projects.<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The I.T. Crowd (Scotland) returns to the Falkirk Business Hub on Saturday 4th July for another full day of retro computing, hardware demonstrations, project sharing, repairs, upgrades, and friendly discussion.<\/p>\n

Unlike some previous gatherings, there is no formal theme this time. Instead, we’d like to showcase what members of the community have been working on. If you’ve been restoring a machine, developing software, building hardware, experimenting with networking, or simply have an interesting system you’d like to demonstrate, we’d love to see it.<\/p>\n

What Are You Bringing?<\/h3>\n

One of the most enjoyable aspects of these events is seeing what fellow enthusiasts have been tinkering with.<\/p>\n

When registering, please consider letting us know what you plan to bring. Demonstrations, works-in-progress, unusual hardware, software projects, repairs, upgrades, and retro-inspired creations are all welcome.<\/p>\n

Finished projects are great \u2014 unfinished ones often lead to even better conversations.<\/p>\n

Important Registration Note<\/h3>\n

Payment for your participation in this event is done individually at the Falkirk Business Hub<\/a> reception on the event day<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Please register here<\/strong> on this website to let us know you’re planning to attend, then pay on the day at reception.<\/p>\n

The normal price is \u00a310 (+VAT) per 4 hours of desk rental in the co-working space<\/strong>, but attendees receive a 10% discount (ask at the reception desk)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

You may pay for the full day (09:00\u201317:00) or for a four-hour block. Most attendees choose the full day, particularly if we break for lunch at the on-site caf\u00e9.<\/p>\n

What to Expect<\/h3>\n
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  • Hardware Show & Tell<\/strong>
    \nBring along your classic machines and peripherals to display, discuss, compare, and demonstrate.<\/li>\n
  • Project Demonstrations<\/strong>
    \nSee what other members have been creating, restoring, modifying, programming, or experimenting with.<\/li>\n
  • Projects in Progress<\/strong>
    \nSoftware experiments, hardware modifications, networking projects, FPGA work, music tools, restorations, and repairs \u2014 all are welcome.<\/li>\n
  • Collaborative Tinkering<\/strong>
    \nWork alongside fellow enthusiasts to troubleshoot problems, exchange ideas, and test new concepts.<\/li>\n
  • Shared Knowledge & Experience<\/strong>
    \nSwap tips, discoveries, and hard-earned lessons with people who genuinely enjoy this era of computing.<\/li>\n
  • Repair & Upgrade Advice<\/strong>
    \nInformal help and guidance diagnosing faults, sourcing parts, and improving performance.<\/li>\n
  • Refreshments Included<\/strong>
    \nTea, coffee, and biscuits will be available throughout the day, with lunch options at the on-site Finnegans Caf\u00e9<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Everyone Welcome<\/h3>\n

    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, MSX, Dragon, Tatung Einstein<\/strong>, and other classic machines.<\/p>\n

    If you enjoy retro technology and the people who keep it alive, you’ll fit right in.<\/p>\n

    Venue<\/h3>\n

    Falkirk Business Hub<\/strong>
    \n45 Vicar Street, Falkirk, FK1 1LL<\/p>\n

    The venue is just a two-minute walk from Grahamston Train Station<\/strong> and easily accessed from the M9<\/strong>. Full lift access and disabled facilities are available.<\/p>\n

    After the event, Falkirk offers plenty of nearby bars and restaurants for those who wish to continue the conversation into the evening.<\/p>\n

    Parking Options<\/h3>\n
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    • Weir Street Car Park<\/strong> \u2013 Adjacent to the venue; ideal for unloading equipment.<\/li>\n
    • Melville Street Car Park<\/strong> \u2013 Very close to the venue.<\/li>\n
    • Garrison Place Car Park<\/strong> \u2013 Best value for all-day parking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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      Come along for a full day of retro computing, practical tinkering, project sharing, good conversation, and the chance to reconnect with Scotland’s growing retro computing community.<\/p>\n

      \"Falkirk<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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