15 November 2025
0900 – 1700
Future Technology Centre
Portland Building
Portland Street
Portsmouth
PO1 3HE
Campus maps and directions | UoP
Watt Works is a FREE social hackathon that will take place at the University of Portsmouth.
We welcome people from all backgrounds and disciplines to join us, learn something new, and build something awesome together!
Anything that is on theme!
People typically collaborate on solving problems, or work on an idea like a new product, service or game.
We know how daunting coming up with ideas can be though, so we’ll make things a little easier by setting a theme to help get your brain ticking.
We believe that people have the most fun and build the best things when they work together.
If you don’t yet have a team, don’t worry! There will be plenty of opportunity to form a team at the event.
Everyone is welcome, we care about this being a safe and fun environment.
Breakfast, lunch, snacks are provided. We gotta keep you fueled throughout!
Bring your tools and equipment:
Laptops, craft supplies, pen & paper, Raspberry Pis. Whatever you need for your hacking/making!
Note: the use of soldering equipment or any other equipment that can cause damage to furniture or materials at the venue are not permitted. If in doubt, please contact us before the event.
“I felt immediately welcomed and inspired by the energy and creativity of everybody involved.” – Dan Branch
“Being able to ask someone ‘how do they do that’ and then being able to have a go has been invaluable to my business’s research & development.” – Helen Goss
“When I went the theme was Sustainability. My team’s project was Deathlaser, a browser-based game about destroying blocks which, in my opinion, is about as sustainable as it gets.” – Jack Travis
Hack Pompey are dedicated to providing a safe, comfortable and harassment-free experience for everyone regardless of their background.
By attending the event, you agree to their Code of Conduct.
If you have any other questions, please contact the event organisers at
