Men in Sheds
Men in Sheds is a ground-breaking project for older men. Activities include woodworking, skills sharing and socialising.
Men in Sheds supports older men in search of a hobby as well as those who want to get together, share and learn new skills all in the welcoming setting of a workshop. It also supports older men who are isolated or disengaged from their community or are experiencing major changes in life.
We provide the shed (a workshop), tools and equipment and a team of volunteers for support - but the members take part in the day-to-day running of the shed and decide on activities they want to follow including woodworking, skills sharing and socialising. Essentially, through taking control and ownership of the shed, the shed members are empowered.
What are the benefits of joining this project?
- Opportunities to socialise and make new friends
- Experience the camaraderie of working with other men
- Put practical skills to good use and share them with others
- Try something new and learn new skills
Who is this project for?
Men aged 50+
How much does it cost to become a member?
£3.00 per session
Can Women join?
We are planning to have mixed sessions for Men & Women at our Blidworth Shed on Thursdays 1.30pm – 4.30pm. Starting on Thursday 9th January 2025.
Learn basic DIY skills, build a bird box or come with ideas for your own project! No experience necessary.
Can I buy from Men in Sheds?
Men in Sheds can upcycle your wooden items or you can commission your very own piece.
Please get in touch with your local shed to discuss the options available.
We attend local events and have open days at our venues throughout the year where our ‘makes’ can be purchased.
A selection of items from Men in Sheds are in stock at:
Our Sutton in Ashfield shop at 29 Forest St, Sutton in Ashfield, NG17 1DA.
Sutton in Ashfield charity shop | Age UK Nottingham & Nottinghamshire
or at :
Created by Hand situated at Strelley Hall, Nottingham.
For more information, please take a look at their website
Give us a call to see what we have available or please follow our Facebook pages to keep up to date with our upcoming events.
Find out more:
So if you, or a family member, would like to get involved in the project and visit one of our sheds, get in touch with your nearest shed:
Blidworth shed
Unit 4, Boundary Court
Gilbert Way, Burma Road Industrial Estate
Blidworth
Nottinghamshire
NG21 0RT
Opening hours: Tues - Thurs 9am - 1pm
Mixed sessions for Men & Women will be running 1.30pm – 4.30pm every Thursday.
t 01623 797 750
email: meninsheds-blidworth@ageuknotts.org.uk
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Worksop shed
Unit 2, Kilton Terrace
Kilton Road
Nottingham
S80 2DQ
Opening hours: Mon - Weds: 9am -1pm
*New* from Thursday 7th November this workshop will be opening 9am -1pm on Thursdays
Lead Volunteer: Bernard Miles
t 01909 549 078
email: meninsheds-worksop@ageuknotts.org.uk
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A big thank you to all of our supporters:
Age UK Nottingham & Nottinghamshire is a registered charity (registered charity number 1067881) and a company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales (registered company number 3455485). Correspondence address: The Lifestyle Centre, 16 - 18 Bridgeway Centre, Nottingham NG2 2JD. Registered office: The Sybil Levin Centre, 577a Nuthall Rd, Nottingham NG8 6AD.