ShedFest 2025
ShedFest 2025, Thursday 10th July 2025, Worcester University Arena
Save the date to ensure you are part of this free-to-attend day, packed full of topical discussion, knowledge sharing and camaraderie.
About ShedFest
ShedFest is the annual gathering for UK Sheds and Shedders. The event features inspiring keynotes, informative seminar sessions, plus live demos and an exhibition. It’s a great way to meet other Sheds and Shedders. You’ll make new connections, share expertise & experiences and learn effective ways to run, expand, set up and manage your Shed.
In just one day you’ll meet other Shedders and discover new activities, and you can also make your vote count at UK Men’s Shed Association AGM, taking place at ShedFest. Over 500 people attended ShedFest in 2024.
How to register for your free place
Registration opens in late May. Make sure you stay informed by joining the Men’s Sheds Facebook Group and subscribing to Shoulder to Shoulder Newsletter.
Key topics for 2025 (Agenda tbc)
- Shed management – we’ll give you effective solutions to the challenges you face.
- Health & Wellbeing – activities and strategies to benefit your shedders.
- Every Shed is different – ideas for new activities.
- Tool swaps & shares – you’ll find sheds who need your surplus kit or can provide the tools you need.
Reasons to attend ShedFest
- Hear from subject experts as talk on key issues facing Sheds.
- Meet & make new connections.
- Find new activities for your Shed.
- Have your say at the UKMSA AGM
- Discover how other sheds tackled key challenges you may face.
- Learn best practise for managing your Shed.
- Explore new Health & Wellbeing initiatives for your Shed.
- See, try and buy new equipment, tools and consumables.
- Watch demonstrations and how-to sessions.
- Goodie bags for all attendees.
- Free refreshments and lunch.
Who should visit ShedFest?
- Shed Leaders, shedders, volunteers, ambassadors.
- Groups interested in setting up a new Shed.
Event Format
Keynote session, panel discussions, workshops, Q&A sessions plus demonstrations, exhibition stands and networking opportunities.
Competitions
Show off your Shed’s skills. We’ve three competitions running at the show:
- The Great Shed Sign-Off (Team or Individual)
Challenge: Create a hand-crafted shed sign — either for your own Shed or a fictional one.
Skills: Wood carving, painting, pyrography, typography.
Criteria: Craftsmanship, creativity, character.
Transportable: Max size suggestion 70cm width.
- Shed Life Photography (Individual)
Challenge: Submit a photo (or short series of 2–3) that captures the essence of “Life in a Men’s Shed.”
Skills: Photography, storytelling.
Criteria: Authenticity, storytelling, creativity, visual composition.
Printed entries: Bring a mounted or framed photo (A4 or smaller) to the event.
Categories: Optionally include a category for “funniest photo” or “best candid shot.”
- The Shed Spirit Trophy (Team or Individual)
Challenge: Make a small trophy or sculptural piece that represents “The Spirit of a Men’s Shed.”
Skills: Woodworking, metalwork, mixed media, repurposed parts.
Criteria: Creativity, use of recycled materials, craftsmanship, and how well it expresses Shed culture.
Transportable: Max size guideline e.g. 30cm x 30cm x 30cm.
Optional twist: Incorporate at least one surprising material (e.g. a found object).
Simply bring your entries to ShedFest, judging will take place on the day, with prizes awarded after the AGM.
Exhibitor, sponsor and speaking opportunities
We have exhibitor, sponsor and speaker options to suit all budgets at ShedFest. Please email or call Allan Ogle on 07508 699061 to find out how you can reach over 500 Shedders by supporting this charity event.
Venue and How to Get There
University of Worcester
Severn Campus
Hylton Road
Worcester
WR2 5JN
Save the date and tell your fellow Shedders. This is a FREE EVENT.