About Colchester.Dev
Colchester.Dev is a community of builders in Colchester who create new startups together. We meet in person, learn fast (with AI tools), and turn ideas into real products and services. Anyone aged 18+ who's up for contributing and learning is welcome.
Mission & Approach
We help people go from ideas → validated products → real customers. We learn by doing, back each other up, and keep a level playing field so everyone can contribute meaningfully—whatever their starting point.
Collaborative Innovation
Try things, test, iterate.
AI-Powered Learning
Use modern tools to learn faster and solve problems.
Build What Matters
Focus on products and services with real impact.
Who Should Join
If you're looking for a new direction, a challenge, or a way to build something meaningful with others, this is for you—makers, founders, students, career-switchers, and local businesses.
What You'll Need
A willingness to help produce results and a self-learning mindset. We meet face-to-face in the Colchester area, so bring your own laptop/desktop, smartphone, and an internet connection.
Goals & Outcomes
We aim to build profitable, impact-driven ventures—either as Limited Companies or Community Interest Companies (CICs). This isn't a get-rich-quick scheme; it's about sustainable success, integrity, and choosing projects you actually believe in.
How It Works (Member Journey)
Apply to join
Tell us your goals and why you want in.
Start a self-learning path
Development, design, marketing, or business skills.
Pitch & choose projects
Join teams where the fit and commitment are right.
Keep upskilling
If you're not on a project yet, keep learning until you're ready.
Ready to Build With Us?
Apply now and join a supportive group of doers creating real startups in Colchester.
Contact Us
Have questions or want to get involved? Send us a message and we'll get back to you soon.