Watford Workshop

25/08/2026

We would like give a big thank you to all our generous supporters, with their help we have raised almost half of the cost of our new forklift truck! 📦

We were amazed by how we reached our initial goal of £3000 within 2 weeks and are now hoping to raise the whole cost of the forklift.

Please visit our just giving page if you would like to donate or share our link to help us reach more people:
https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/watfordworkshopforklift2026

19/08/2026

Our forklift truck has reached the end of its life after 24 years!

It is an essential part of the workshop; it is used daily to help move goods, as well as to train adults with disabilities to operate it.

It will cost us £9,750 for a new forklift truck. We have currently raised an amazing £3,255, with thanks to our generous supporters, and we are now hoping to push to reach the whole amount.

If you would like to support us, please visit our JustGiving link or share it with people you know: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/watfordworkshopforklift2026

14/05/2026

Our Trustee Director and fundraising volunteer, Ronnie and his wife, Philippa, received an exciting invitation to the Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace, which they attended last week. 💂👑

They share what happened at the event, from the King arriving and greeting people to getting the chance to speak to the Princess Royal, Princess Anne.

This magical event is something they will never forget and they are proud to have been invited, after being nominated by The Lord Lieutenant of Hertfordshire, for the incredible voluntary work they have done for the Workshop over the last 11 years. 🙌

12/05/2026

💚 Mental Health Awareness Week 💚

At Watford Workshop, we see every day how meaningful work, friendship and routine can positively impact mental wellbeing.

For many of the adults we support, having a safe and inclusive place to learn new skills, build confidence and connect with others makes a real difference to their mental health and overall wellbeing.

11/05/2026

🌟 Help Watford Workshop win a £5,000 grant! 🌟

We’re excited to be taking part in the Benefact Group Health & Wellbeing Special Draw, with the chance to receive £5,000 to support our work with adults with disabilities.

At Watford Workshop, health and wellbeing are at the heart of what we do — from providing meaningful work opportunities to delivering life skills, confidence-building and wellbeing support in a safe and inclusive environment.

💛 We need your help.

The more nominations we receive, the greater our chance of success, so we’d be incredibly grateful if you could take a moment to nominate us and share this post with others.

Every nomination helps support the people we work with and the opportunities we provide every day.

Thank you for your continued support!

Nominate a charity for a Movement for Good award now.

08/05/2026

Pavel, one of our communication support workers, shares some tips for supporting Deaf employees.

As an inclusive workplace, Watford Workshop wants to make sure everyone feels involved and valued.

07/05/2026

We are celebrating at Watford Workshop.

We asked one of our Deaf employees, Alex, what the workshop means to him and he shared what he enjoys about working here.

Being an inclusive workplace is important to us, we want everyone to feel valued and welcomed.

01/05/2026

A big thank you to the Rotary Club of Watford UK https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578958344145 for their generous contribution, which was collected by Ronnie and James on behalf of Watford Workshop. 🤝

We are very grateful for their support, which will help us to continue encouraging the people we support to build their confidence and independence through life skills training sessions.

Would you like to find out how you can support our mission?

Visit our website: https://watfordworkshop.co.uk/support-us/

01/05/2026

🎉 Celebrating Achievements at Watford Workshop! 🎉

We’re so proud of the amazing individuals we support who have recently achieved their Certificates of Learning in literacy, numeracy and independent living skills! 👏

Each certificate represents dedication, progress and growing confidence — important steps towards greater independence and opportunity. 💛

At Watford Workshop, we’re committed to supporting people to learn, develop and thrive, and moments like this remind us why that work matters so much.

Please join us in congratulating everyone on their fantastic achievements! 🌟

30/04/2026

🎉 Good luck, Jamie! 🎉

This week, we’re celebrating Jamie as he takes the next exciting step in his journey into mainstream employment with Wenzel’s Bakery! 🥐

Jamie joined Watford Workshop in November 2021 and has grown so much in confidence during his time with us. He’s proven himself to be hardworking, reliable and a valued member of our community. 💛

With support from our fantastic partners at Wenzel's the Bakers, Jamie has been working in their wrapping room, labelling and preparing products — and is now continuing his journey with them, building his skills and independence even further.

We couldn’t be prouder of everything Jamie has achieved and are so pleased to see him thriving. 👏

Please join us in wishing Jamie all the best for the future! 🌟