The Ludgate Hub, Skibbereen

The Ludgate Hub, Skibbereen Ludgate@Skibbereen is an initiative which aims to create a sustainable economic ecosystem in the region, via digital entrepreneurship at the Ludgate Hub.

Why are we named Ludgate?Percy Edwin Ludgate (2 August 1883 – 16 October 1922) was an Irish pioneer in computing who des...
18/01/2025

Why are we named Ludgate?

Percy Edwin Ludgate (2 August 1883 – 16 October 1922) was an Irish pioneer in computing who designed the second analytical engine (general-purpose turing – complete computer) in history.

Ludgate was born in Skibbereen, to Michael Ludgate and Mary McMahon. In fact, he was born just a few houses down from the co-working space that now bears his name.

Since the invention of the abacus people had been trying to build ever more complex calculating machines, and in 1909 an Irish accountant, Percy Ludgate, designed a new and powerful “analytical machine”.

Percy studied at Rathmines College of Commerce, before joining a Dublin firm of accountants.

His spare time was spent designing his analytical machine and in 1909 he presented the details to the Royal Dublin Society which brought him to international attention.

In 1914 he lectured in Edinburgh at a special conference on mathematics and computing.

We are delighted to be able to honour and remember this great local man and mind!

Image Source: Brian Randell

What else would you add to the list?😅Let us know ⤵️
17/01/2025

What else would you add to the list?😅

Let us know ⤵️

At the end of 2024, we began work on installing Solar Panels to Ludgate ☀️We are excited to share more updates on this p...
16/01/2025

At the end of 2024, we began work on installing Solar Panels to Ludgate ☀️

We are excited to share more updates on this project over the coming months and how we are trying to improve our environmental impact here in Skibbereen 🌱

Here is a photo of Katy and Owen on the Ludgate Rooftop getting a look at the new panels!

Back To Work doesn’t have to be stressful!Coworking spaces give you the ability to be efficient in your role while also ...
10/01/2025

Back To Work doesn’t have to be stressful!

Coworking spaces give you the ability to be efficient in your role while also maintaining Work/Life Balance 📈

Happy New Year 🎉 We are looking forward to an exciting 2025!
01/01/2025

Happy New Year 🎉

We are looking forward to an exciting 2025!

What a Year 2024 Has Been for Ludgate! 🌟 As the year comes to a close, we're proud to reflect on an incredible journey p...
31/12/2024

What a Year 2024 Has Been for Ludgate! 🌟

As the year comes to a close, we're proud to reflect on an incredible journey packed with growth, innovation, and community connection.

Here’s a snapshot of what we’ve achieved together ⤵️

✨Hosted + Collaborated on a Range of Impactful Events
We brought together experts, innovators, and our vibrant community with events such as Ahead of the Curve: Sustainability Opportunities for SMEs, Aoife van Linden Tol Art Masterclass, Ludgate EcoTech 2024, West Cork Laneways Art Project and many more!

🎥Created and Shared Captivating Content
• Produced and distributed over 21 Local Business Sponsor Video + Photo Series, as part of our West Cork Laneways Art Project.
• Captured key moments at events, including the Skibbereen Olympic Homecoming, the SIRO x Skibbereen Town Hall Project and the West Cork Laneways Art Project.

📈 Awards & Mentions
• Winner of the award for ‘Best Connection to the Community’ & Recognised as a Cork Digital Marketing Finalist.
• Shined on ConnectedHubs. ie with a Summer Marketing Hub Shoutout.

🏆 Community Connection at Its Core
From collaborating with organisations on workshops like “The Benefits of Mentoring & Supports to Accelerate Your Business” to financial literacy programs like “You & Your Money Sessions”, we prioritised fostering learning and collaboration in our community.

🛠️ New Developments
• Created a new events space
• Added Solar Panels to Ludgate

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed to Ludgate’s success this year—our team, members, sponsors, partners, and community.

Here’s to making 2025 even bigger and better! 🚀

Merry Christmas to all of our members, board, partners, family and friends 🎄Wishing you all a happy and safe Christmas 🎁...
25/12/2024

Merry Christmas to all of our members, board, partners, family and friends 🎄

Wishing you all a happy and safe Christmas 🎁

From all of the team at Ludgate!

20/12/2024

We would like to express sincere thanks to BodyActive Skibbereen Fields of Skibbereen choir and The Ludgate Hub, Skibbereen and our wonderful knitters for their very kind and generous contributions towards supporting local families in need this Christmas .
Hope you, your families and all your staff have a wonderful Christmas and happy new year,
from all the team at SCFRC 🥰🎄🌟☃️

The Ludgate Christmas Swim 🎄🏊Gavin and James braced the cold conditions of Lough Hyne for this years Christmas Swim 🥶   ...
19/12/2024

The Ludgate Christmas Swim 🎄🏊

Gavin and James braced the cold conditions of Lough Hyne for this years Christmas Swim 🥶

Our Ludgate Opening Hours this Christmas 🎄⏰
19/12/2024

Our Ludgate Opening Hours this Christmas 🎄⏰

Thank you to all of our members who generously donated gifts to our Ludgate Angel Christmas Tree this year 🎄These presen...
17/12/2024

Thank you to all of our members who generously donated gifts to our Ludgate Angel Christmas Tree this year 🎄

These presents will bring joy and cheer to Children that need them the most this Christmas 🎁

Everyone deserves to have a Happy Christmas and small acts of kindness can contribute towards a more inclusive society!

Next week, our members will be taking part in the annual “Ludgate Christmas Desk Competition” 🎄Stay Tuned to see desks t...
12/12/2024

Next week, our members will be taking part in the annual “Ludgate Christmas Desk Competition” 🎄

Stay Tuned to see desks transformed into a Winter Workspace Wonderland ☃️

Something exciting is in the works 🎄🎁📸 Any guesses as to what we are creating? 🤔💭 Stay Tuned with Marsh Media           ...
11/12/2024

Something exciting is in the works 🎄🎁📸

Any guesses as to what we are creating? 🤔💭

Stay Tuned with Marsh Media

What a great idea 🎄🤶
10/12/2024

What a great idea 🎄🤶

The Christmas Spirit has well and truly arrived here at Ludgate 🎄🎁✨
06/12/2024

The Christmas Spirit has well and truly arrived here at Ludgate 🎄🎁✨

It was great to hear from comedian Bernard Casey Comedy at The Ludgate Hub, Skibbereen last night for The Southern Star ...
06/12/2024

It was great to hear from comedian Bernard Casey Comedy at The Ludgate Hub, Skibbereen last night for The Southern Star “West Cork Business & Tourism Awards Pitch Night” 🎙️

Well done to everyone who made fantastic pitches!

Address

Townshend Street
Skibbereen

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

0871904174

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