what is it?
Sheffield Hackspace is an independent, DIY maker-space in the south of the city. Together, we’re helping the people of Sheffield get involved in using tools for hobby projects in fields such as electronics, wood-working, textiles, machining and anything else you’re interested in.
We’re always keen for people with a wide range of interests and skill levels to join, swap ideas, learn from each other, and build new things. You can get an idea of what people make on the blog, and read more about the space on the wiki.
We have several open sessions every week to give folks who may be interested in what we do - and what facilities we can provide - a chance to come and have a look round and meet some of our members. If you have ever wondered what a “hackspace” is, or if you like to create, make or craft things, come and pay us a visit!
how can I get involved?
To get a feel of the Hackspace and see how things work, drop in anytime to one of our open sessions, which are below – and on the calendar.
- Monday 6 - 9 pm
- Wednesday (every 1st and 3rd of the month) 6 - 9 pm (Craft Night)
- Thursday 6 - 9 pm
- Saturday 2 - 6 pm
After visiting, our suggested membership prices are:
- £10 monthly (normal membership) to regularly attend any of the several open evenings a week
- £25 monthly (keyholder membership) for 24/7 access
We offer a 'pay-as-you-can' membership for anyone who is a student, a retiree, or otherwise has trouble affording the suggested rates.
If you have any questions before you come along, please check the FAQ on the wiki, or you can email us at trustees@sheffieldhackspace.org.uk.
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how do I visit?
We are located in Portland Works . Find the green door at the top of Randall Street S2 4SJ, and press the call button.
During the open sessions, someone will be there to let you in.
photo gallery
find more pictures on the blog or the instagram
from the blog
Month updates - March & April 2026
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Month updates - January & February 2026
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Month updates - November & December 2025
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read more on the blog …
explore the space
entrance
The entrance is used when we host events like the repair café, and soon will have a small coffee table and seating area.
common area / electronics
The main room has a big table mainly used for coding and chatting.
There is also a well-stocked electronics workbench, with soldering irons, power supplies, a heat gun, parts drawers, and more.
3D printing
We have a wall of 3D printers for members to print small parts.
laser cutting
We have a large format 60 Watt CO2 laser cutter, which people use for all sorts, from cutting organising boxes, to model planes, to board games.
woodworking
The woodshop has a wide range of wood-working tools, both hand-tools and machines. It's used for fixing, making furniture, learning woodwork, and all sorts else.
metalworking
The metalworking room has a few metalworking machines and hand tools, and a CNC mill.
craft room
The craft room has a sewing machine, overlocker, and embroidery machine, as well as a bunch of hand tools, leatherworking tools, and spare fabrics.
