FabLab Devon

FabLab Devon Fablab Devon - a Digital makerspace based in Exeter Library - the first in any UK Library in 2014. What is a FabLab? What’s in a FabLab? Who can use a FabLab?

FabLabs are a global network of local labs, enabling invention by providing access to tools for digital fabrication. FabLabs share an evolving inventory of core capabilities to make (almost) anything, allowing people and projects to be shared. What does the FabLab network provide? Operational, educational, technical, financial, and logistical assistance beyond what’s available within one lab. FabL

abs are available as a community resource, offering open access for individuals as well as scheduled access for programs. What are your responsibilities? safety: not hurting people or machines
operations: assisting with cleaning, maintaining, and improving the lab
knowledge: contributing to documentation and instruction


Who owns FabLab inventions? Designs and processes developed in FabLabs can be protected and sold however an inventor chooses, but should remain available for individuals to use and learn from. How can businesses use a FabLab? Commercial activities can be prototyped and incubated in a fab lab, but they must not conflict with other uses, they should grow beyond rather than within the lab, and they are expected to benefit the inventors, labs, and networks that contribute to their success.

We have new 3D Printers! Big thanks to Prodigy Escapes for sponsoring one of our new printers. It's very much appreciat...
05/02/2026

We have new 3D Printers! Big thanks to Prodigy Escapes for sponsoring one of our new printers. It's very much appreciated!

We are still looking for potential sponsors to help us replace some of our ageing kit. Our Crowdfunder has been amazing...
20/01/2026

We are still looking for potential sponsors to help us replace some of our ageing kit. Our Crowdfunder has been amazing at raising enough money for us to purchase three new 3D printers but we need to replace our ageing computers. If you know someone who could help please get in touch - [email protected]

Do you fancy trying something new? We offer a one-hour Taster Session in either 3D Design or Laser-cutting to design yo...
19/01/2026

Do you fancy trying something new? We offer a one-hour Taster Session in either 3D Design or Laser-cutting to design your own keyring - we even make it for you to keep. £15 per person. We also offer memberships opening up access to all of our machines. If you'd like to book something or want to know more - do email us: [email protected]

We held our first DESIGN 11-25 Workshop this morning funded by Devon County Council's Places To Go - Things To Do fundin...
17/01/2026

We held our first DESIGN 11-25 Workshop this morning funded by Devon County Council's Places To Go - Things To Do funding. Super poster designs created digitally using Canva. We have more workshops listed plus some are FREE for anyone aged 11 to 25yrs. Check out linktr.ee/fablabdevon and tap on our workshop page.

Before Christmas Amy, one of our members, designed this small dancing figurine for this music box. We 3D printed it and...
17/01/2026

Before Christmas Amy, one of our members, designed this small dancing figurine for this music box. We 3D printed it and Amy painted it - doesn't it look great?
We have our new 3D printers arriving next week (Whoop whoop) thank you to our new sponsor and donations made through our Crowdfunder. They are able to print smaller designs like this one which opens up all sorts of smaller character printing in up to 4 colours!

16/01/2026

Our Hone-Ed Digital Academy attendees made some great bookmark designs today. Such fine detail. What do you think?
We have some tickets available for 1000-1200 and 1400-1600 on Fridays.

15/01/2026

Yesterday was the first of five sessions in our 3D design course. Look at these amazing designs. We can wait to see them printed.

Do you know someone aged between 11 and 25? We have the first of four FREE Workshops this Saturday and it's not too lat...
14/01/2026

Do you know someone aged between 11 and 25? We have the first of four FREE Workshops this Saturday and it's not too late to book in. Do head to linktr.ee/fablabdevon and click on our workshops page. Do tag anyone you know who may be interested!

FREE (fully funded) WORKSHOP ALERT! Due to some funding provided by Devon County Council and their Places to Go funding...
13/01/2026

FREE (fully funded) WORKSHOP ALERT! Due to some funding provided by Devon County Council and their Places to Go funding, we are able to offer a Workshop for anyone 11 to 25yrs for FREE! This Saturday we have our first workshop - learn how to use Canva to produce a Poster which we will even print for you! Tickets are essential - do head to ticketsource.co.uk/fablabdevon for details and to book in. [Please share this post to anyone you know who would like to sign up!]

We are in a critical moment - our desktops and laptops are still running Windows 10 and we're facing multiple financial ...
11/01/2026

We are in a critical moment - our desktops and laptops are still running Windows 10 and we're facing multiple financial challenges. Could you, your company or someone else you know help us by sponsoring some new machines? This would help us to support thousands of more people into the future - we can also offer some generous benefits too. Do email us if you may be able to help - [email protected]

Address

Exeter

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when FabLab Devon posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Organisation

Send a message to FabLab Devon:

Shortcuts

Share

Category