Visiting Machspace before joining
Most of the time Machspace is a members-only space. However, you can visit as a guest of a member, and you can visit on open days when Machspace is open to the public.
Step 1: Application form
You can apply for membership online here, or you can fill in a paper form at Machspace.
Step 2: Induction
You will need to email us to arrange your induction: hello@machspace.org
(If you don’t come to an induction within 6 months of applying then we will delete your data for GDPR and data security reasons, and you will need to reapply; we will email you to let you know that we are doing that.)
Here’s how to contact someone to book an induction:
| Name | Contact | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Avery | hello@machspace.org Email subject: Induction, FAO Avery | Mornings. |
| Cassian | hello@machspace.org Email subject: Induction, FAO Cassian | Afternoons and evenings. |
| Ruth | hello@machspace.org Email subject: Induction, FAO Ruth | Tuesdays and weekends. |
You should bring some photo ID to the induction. We’ll need to see it to verify your identity, but we won’t make a copy.
During your induction, the director/space manager will let you into the makerspace and go through the member guide and code of conduct with you. You will have to sign a copy of the code of conduct, to show that you’ve read and understood it and that you agree to follow it.
You’ll then be given a membership number and a key fob. You can use this key fob to access the makerspace at any time.
Induction usually takes around 1–1.5 hours.
Step 3: Payment
Similarly to most makerspaces, we operate on a monthly fee model for membership, with a sliding scale. You will need to set up a monthly direct debit to become a member, but you can choose any amount from £1 up. Most people choose to contribute £10–20 per month.
When you receive your membership pack, it will contain our bank details for setting up a standing order. Standing orders are preferable for us as we don’t need to pay a fee on your contribution. However, you can also set up a monthly direct debit here.