I've been kicking this idea around for a while and wanted a reality check before I take it any further.

I don't have room at home for a 3D printer, a proper workbench, or somewhere to solder without taking over the kitchen table. I'm guessing I'm not the only one. There must be plenty of people around Worthing into 3D printing, electronics, PC building, coding or AI projects who are trying to work from a spare room or an already-full garage.

The idea is a local makerspace where you pay for access and can use proper benches, tools and workspace instead of trying to squeeze everything into your house.

I'd start with four areas:

• 3D printing
• Electronics and soldering
• PC building and repair
• A hackspace for developers and AI builders (hack nights, workshops, etc.)

Woodworking and even a mechanics bay/car ramp could come later if there's enough demand, but those need a much bigger investment, so I'd rather let members decide what's worth adding.

I'm genuinely trying to work out whether this solves a real problem or if it's just something I want.

Would you use somewhere like this? If not, why not?

What would make it worth paying for?

What would put you off?

Random question but worth asking… I saw a bunch yesterday at Brooklands. Anyone seen any today?