What is Makespace?
Now almost 550 members strong, with thousands of Alumni, Makespace is to be a meeting place where people can inspire and be inspired. Our ever-evolving workshop hosts all kind of equipment, from 3D printer to laser cutter to wood oriented machinery and a dedicated craftroom for sewing and leatherworking. Browse our equipment website!
Makespace Cambridge Ltd exists to support innovation, creativity, and community learning in Cambridge and the surrounding area by providing shared workspace, tools, and technical support for making and invention; building a collaborative community for learning and knowledge exchange through training and events; and working with businesses, charities, and other organisations to promote science, technology, and craftsmanship. Any surplus funds are reinvested to support these aims, and while the company is not a charity, it operates for community benefit rather than private profit.
Our members pay a £40 membership fee that gives them access to our 4000sq ft workshop 24/7, 365 days a year.
All the equipment is free to use, and we work on a first-come first-served basis. Makespace keeps a stock of consumables that can be bought on-site, ranging from plywood and acrylic sheets to filaments for 3D printing.
Makespace is what you make it
Makespace is run for and by the members. Here, no paid employees: everything that you see in the Space has been achieved thanks to people volunteering their time and their expertise.
The only way Makespace was able to grow so much in the last 13 years is thanks to our members volunteering their time.
A community of Makers
Above all, Makespace is a community. We strive to provide a safe place for people from different horizons, somewhere you can learn and create freely. We welcome people from all origins, religions and sexual orientations.
Once a month we have a Members’ social to help the newcomers meet people, with free pizza and drinks. Some members even run clubs!