The Makers Revolution Hits Manchester....
All over the world makers are creating shared workshops in response to high commercial rents and expensive machinery. Makers Quarter was formed in response to a number of issues facing the independent makers of Manchester. High commercial rents, impractical spaces, and isolation are major problems experienced by many. We felt passionately about finding a solution for this and believe that a shared workshop space is the solution. Manchester was at the heart of the Industrial Revolution and sadly over the years industry has been swapped for office space and city center flats. There needs to be a balance to help small independent businesses thrive and we think the Makers Quarter is a great start! Makers quarter will not only be providing space but a creative community and exciting lessons to the public.
And we wanted to create this environment in the first industrial city...Manchester!
Manchester has an amazing manufacturing history, good infrastructure to the rest of the UK, a growing network of creatives, digital startups and makers. We believe these factors make Manchester the perfect location.
So Makers unite, there has never been a better time to join the Makers Revolution!
Our 5500sq ft workshop in central Manchester has great transport connections. Cornbrook tram stop is just a 6 minute walk away and a foot/cycle path along the canal cuts through Castlefield locks and takes you straight into town in less than 15 minutes. Makers Quarter is shared between our members and divided up into larger studio spaces, pods, craft tables and a separate wood workshop for all to access. Creating this community allows us to provide a hassle free, creative space at affordable rates.
By offering flexible space on both a permanent and pop up basis we aim to support makers of all levels. Anyone can join, whether they are a professional maker, need a workbench for a weekend hobby, or would like to learn new skills.
We will be offering classes in all sorts of interesting crafts such as ceramics, woodwork, Upholstery, furniture making, leather work and many more....check on our members page for upcoming classes or to book a slot in the workshop.
If you are interested in possibly getting involved follow this link:
https://www.makersquarter.co.uk/the-makerspace