(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!
Please Confirm your attendance by Booking with the link below (£6)
https://retrorendezvous.org/jan2024
Thursday 18th January 2024 7:00PM running until 10:00PM
Confirmed and booked List
1. Tosk (Paul)
2. Thecellartroll (Steven)
3. DaveLecky (David)
4. SpicyNikNaks (Dean)
5. gordonDrogon (Gordon)
6. crivett95 (Chris)
7. Spanners (David)
8. Rodrigo Copetti https://www.copetti.org/writings/consoles/
9. Walkerworks (Derek)
🕹 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 just 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 aspects...
- What you're looking for to obtain
- What you are willing to swap
- What you wish to sell
- What you are offering as a freebie
- What you would like to see showcased
- What you may bring to just showcase
🕹 Event Limitation:
Unfortunately we can't allow use of soldering irons at this event due to fire alarm / fire safety constraints.
Please do not bring hardware that has been untested and may have the potential to blow capacitors.
Date & Time:
Thursday 23rd November 7:00PM running until 10:00PM
Location: Falkirk Business Hub
45 Vicar St, Falkirk FK1 1LL
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 are two recommended car parks:-
i) Weir street car park which is next to the venue. Free parking in the evenings
ii) Melville street - one street away - also free in the evenings.