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We are the UK Mens Shed Association, bringing together sheds from across the UK, and promoting their good work.

Our mission is to enable access to a Shed for every man who wants it. We are UK Men’s Sheds Association, the support body for Men’s Sheds across the UK. We work hard to inspire and support the development of as many Men’s Sheds as possible, for the benefit of men’s health and wellbeing. We are a member organisation, representing UK-based Men’s Sheds. We raise awareness of the Men’s Sheds movement and the many benefits of Shedding and we support Men’s Sheds in getting off the ground and thriving as community-driven, member-led entities. We don’t own or manage Men’s Sheds, but we champion them for miles around. Our mission is to enable access to a Men’s Shed for every man that would benefit from one and we won’t stop until we’ve achieved it.

05/11/2026

🛠️ We're hiring! Could you help more Men's Sheds get started, grow and thrive?

We're on the lookout for a Shed Development & Sustainability Manager to join the team.

If you know your way around the Men's Sheds Movement, understand what makes a great Shed tick and have a passion for helping Sheds succeed, this could be the job for you!

You'll be leading a team dedicated to supporting Sheds across the UK, from helping new Sheds get off the ground to making sure existing ones have the tools, connections and support they need to keep going strong.

📍 Remote working with UK-wide travel
💷 Salary: £35,000–£45,000
🕒 Full-time, permanent (35 hours per week)
📅 Closing date: Sunday 8 November 2026

Please note: We're recruiting from within the Men's Sheds Movement only. Applicants must have experience of working in or with one or more Sheds, through a paid or voluntary role.

Know someone who would be brilliant at this? Give them a nudge (or a tag) in the comments.

🔗 Full details and how to apply: https://menssheds.org.uk/work-with-us/

03/11/2026

👀 SPOTTED! A little bit of Shed magic out in the community! 📚🛠️

We spotted this lovely little community book library outside a doctor's surgery, proudly made by Men In Sheds MK

It's a brilliant example of how Sheds make a difference in their local communities, often in ways you might not even realise!

From community libraries and benches to planters, repairs and all sorts of wonderful projects, Shedders are putting their skills, creativity and time to good use, making their communities that little bit better.

It got us wondering just how many other Shed-made creations are out there hiding in plain sight! 👀

Have you spotted something made by a local Men's Shed? Or perhaps your Shed has been involved in a community project you're particularly proud of? 🛠️

💬We'd love to see your photos and hear the stories behind them in the comments.

31/10/2026

🎃🛠️ There's something spooky going on in the Shed!

The Shedders at Men in Sheds Lancing and Sompting have been getting into the Halloween spirit, creating these fantastic wooden ghouls and witches! 👻🧙‍♀️

We love seeing the creativity coming out of Sheds across the UK, especially when things take a slightly spooky turn!

Now we want to know, what has YOUR Shed been up to this Halloween? 🎃

Have you been busy making spooky creations, throwing a Halloween party, dressing up or getting up to a little mischief in the workshop?

📸 Share your photos and stories in the comments. We'd love to see how Sheds across the UK have been celebrating!

Happy Halloween from everyone at UK Men's Sheds Association! 👻

29/10/2026

🏆🛠️ Drumroll please… the UK Men’s Sheds Awards 2026 FINALISTS have been announced!🎉

With over 140 nominations celebrating brilliant Sheds, Shedders and projects from across the UK, it was a challenge to narrow it down.

From fantastic community projects and partnerships to incredible individuals making a difference, the standard this year has been exceptionally high.

A HUGE congratulations to all our finalists! Plus, a big thank you to everyone who submitted a nomination. Every nomination is a celebration of the wonderful things happening in Sheds across the country, and everyone recognised should feel incredibly proud. 👏

🔗 So, who's made the shortlist? Take a look, meet our finalists and discover the brilliant work that's earned them their place: https://menssheds.org.uk/events/introducing-the-finalists/

Give our finalists (and all our nominees!) a big round of applause in the comments! 👏

25/10/2026

When Surrey charity Oakleaf Enterprise needed to find new homes for tools from its upholstery classes, they turned to Weybridge Men's Shed – a natural connection between two organisations who understand the value of practical activities, shared skills and being part of a community.

One car boot full of tools later, and they're ready for their next chapter!

The Shedders at Weybridge have a longstanding relationship with WorkAid, a charity that refurbishes donated tools and sends them to training centres and community projects, helping young people in Africa develop practical skills and build brighter futures.

Some of Oakleaf's donated tools will find new homes in Sheds across Surrey, while the majority will go to WorkAid to be refurbished and put to good use.

It's all part of something Weybridge Men's Shed has been doing for years, building connections with local organisations and helping perfectly good tools find a new purpose rather than ending up in landfill.

From one charity's workshop to a local Shed, and potentially on to a training centre thousands of miles away. It's amazing how far a little community cooperation can go!

👏 A brilliant example of charities, Sheds and communities working together to make a difference, one tool at a time.

Does your Shed work with other charities or organisations to give tools a new lease of life? We'd love to hear about it!

23/10/2026

🛠️🏆 Meet the judges for the UK Men’s Sheds Awards 2026!

Our judging panels are ready, and with a record-breaking 140+ nominations celebrating brilliant Sheds, Shedders and projects across the UK, they've got some big decisions ahead of them!

Each award category has its own panel, bringing together a mix of UKMSA staff, trustees and ambassadors, alongside special guest judges with experience and expertise relevant to the awards they're judging.

We're delighted to welcome representatives from organisations including Royal British Legion, Marie Curie, National Trust, Canal & River Trust and the Association for Male Health and Wellbeing.

There are some familiar faces too, including UKMSA Patron Chris Fisher, The Blind Woodturner, who'll be helping to choose this year's Shedder of the Year!

🔗 Meet the full judging panels and learn a little more about the people behind the decisions: https://menssheds.org.uk/events/meet-the-judges/

21/10/2026

Today, members of Pontypridd Men`s Shed gathered at St Catherine’s Church in Pontypridd Town Centre for the rededication of a memorial garden they have worked tirelessly to refurbish and restore. 🌳

One of the most remarkable stories from the project was the discovery of a stone carving of Christ's head, found hidden in the undergrowth during the clearance work. The carving bears the words "It Is Finished", traditionally understood as the final words spoken by Jesus on the cross (John 19:30), giving it particular significance within the church setting.

The rededication was especially poignant as it took place on the 60th anniversary of the Aberfan tragedy. Pebbles bearing the names of the children who lost their lives were laid in remembrance, creating a powerful and moving tribute.

Robert from UKMSA, who attended the service, reflected: “It was a privilege to be there and witness a community coming together to remember, reflect and honour those who are never forgotten”

A very special piece of work by the Shedders at Pontypridd. 🛠️

17/10/2026

🎉 Two years of Sheds, sawdust, cuppas and community!

Leighton Buzzard & District Men's Shed is celebrating its second anniversary, and quite a lot has happened since that first meeting in a local coffee shop back in autumn 2024!

Today, the Shed has two operating centres, three weekly sessions and a steadily growing membership.

But finding somewhere to call home wasn't easy, as Shed Vice-Chair Nigel Buchanan explains:

"The greatest single problem confronting us was finding premises, and we were delighted when the Narrow Gauge Railway offered us the use of their workshops – that was really our Eureka moment, and we cannot thank the railway enough"

Since then, the Shedders have certainly been keeping busy! From Tuesday 'cuppa and a chat' sessions to building props for the local Christmas Panto, joining charity markets and exploring everything from photography to AI.

Plus, there's plenty to look forward to!

"As we enter our third year, we do so with confidence and optimism. Our Shed is thriving, our membership is growing, and our community presence is strengthening."

A huge happy second birthday to everyone at Leighton Buzzard & District Men's Shed. Here's to many more years of making, chatting and getting stuck in! 🛠️

14/10/2026

🛠️ Welcome to the Shed, to our seven new UKMSA Trustees!

We're delighted to welcome seven new members to the UK Men's Sheds Association Board of Trustees, bringing fresh ideas, valuable experience and a shared enthusiasm for everything that makes Sheds special!

Our new Trustees bring a fantastic mix of skills and experience to the table. Even better, plenty of them know their way around a Shed too!

In fact, eight of our fourteen board members are active Shedders, with two also volunteering as UKMSA Ambassadors. With all four UK nations represented, it's great to have people who understand Sheds from the inside helping to shape our future.

Behind every great Shed are people willing to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in, and the same goes for UKMSA.

We're looking forward to working together to support more Sheds, more Shedders and our shared ambition of a Shed for everyone who wants one.

Find out more here:
https://menssheds.org.uk/news-story/uk-mens-sheds-association-strengthens-board-with-new-trustee-appointments/

10/10/2026

🛠️ Sometimes, a cuppa, a chat and a bit of time in the Shed can make all the difference.

That's one of the wonderful things about Men's Sheds. You can pop in to work on a project, catch up with a, learn something new or simply enjoy a bit of company. No pressure, no fuss, just good people and a place to belong.

Today is World Mental Health Day, a good reminder of just how important friendships, community and having people around us can be. Those everyday connections, often made over a workbench or a brew, are a big part of what makes Sheds so special.

To mark the day, we've brought together some useful information, resources and support in one place. Whether it's something for you, a fellow Shedder or someone in your wider community, there's plenty worth knowing about and sharing.

🔗 Take a look and pass it on to your Shed. You never know when a little bit of information might come in handy.

https://menssheds.org.uk/news-story/world-mental-health-day-2026/

Here's to good company, strong connections and looking out for one another. 💚

Photo credit: Men's Shed Worcester

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