The idea for setting up the Blackdown Community Shed came about after we became aware of the ‘Men’s Sheds’ movement in the UK. Men’s Sheds (or Sheds) are similar to garden sheds – a place to pursue practical interests at leisure, to practice skills and enjoy making and mending. The difference is that garden sheds and their activities are often solitary in nature while Men’s Sheds are the opposite. They’re about social connections and friendship building, sharing skills and knowledge, and of course a lot of laughter.
The Blackdown Community Shed is open for members on Sundays and Mondays 10am – 4pm.