Nominations are now open for the UK Men’s Sheds Awards 2025
Previously known as the Shed of the Year Awards. The awards recognise the outstanding contributions of Men’s Sheds and Shedders who are making a significant impact in their communities across the UK.
The seven Award categories celebrate the incredible work done by Sheds that go above and beyond supporting local communities, improving the lives of individuals, and exemplifying the values of the Men’s Sheds movement.
Award Categories for 2025
- Community Project Award | Celebrating impactful one-off projects that have made a real difference in the wider community.
- Shedder of the Year | Honouring an individual whose personal journey and contribution embody the spirit of the Men’s Sheds movement.
- Health and Wellbeing Award | Recognising Sheds that are actively improving physical and mental wellbeing among their members or community.
- Partnership Award | Celebrating collaboration between Sheds and local authorities, charities, schools, and other partners to deliver lasting impact.
- Armed Forces Award | Highlighting Sheds that support, include, or collaborate with veterans and the wider armed forces community.
- Heritage & Habitat Award | Rewarding Sheds that champion sustainability, conservation, and environmental responsibility.
- Shed of the Year | All entries will be automatically considered for the overall UK Men’s Shed of the Year 2025 Award, with no separate nomination requirred
Nominations are open to all UKMSA member Sheds. All members may nominate their own Shed or another. Multiple category entries are also welcome.
Nominations close at midnight on 10th October 2025
“The UK Men’s Sheds Awards are about championing the extraordinary stories of ordinary people – the volunteers, the friendships, and the projects that are changing lives and building better communities,” said Caroline Ellis, CEO, UKMSA.
“The new name and award categories reflect the scale of the Men’s Sheds movement and the broader impact Sheds have, not only in their own communities but across the UK. We’re also recognising key issues tackled everyday by Sheds such as health, wellbeing, sustainability, and veterans’ support.”