Shed News
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My love affair with Movember

11 November 2023

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Meet the Ambassador

12 July 2023

Colin Fleet, Northern Ireland My name is Colin Fleet. I am originally from Cambridgeshire, but have lived in Northern Ireland for forty years after working here on various projects for Pye Communications. After a stroke when I was 44, I had to retire from my job. This was quite a shock and it took me […]
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Retirement – my survival plan

12 July 2023

Eric and Ernie image Six months into retirement, Chris Lee – former UKMSA Trustee and a new member of the Letchworth Men’s Shed – reflects on his plans for keeping out of the NHS and social care for as long as possible. In January 2019, I got a new part-time job that allowed me a […]
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Laugh Your Way to Better Health: John Ryan at The Head Shed

12 July 2023

Garon Park Shed, a small community organisation based in Southend, is hosting a special event called The Head Shed, during Mental Health Awareness Week, to raise awareness about mental health and wellbeing.  The event will feature renowned Essex comic, John Ryan, who will deliver his unique take on health and wellbeing with stand-up routines that will leave attendees […]
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Stress Awareness

12 July 2023

Stress Awareness Month is observed annually in April to increase awareness about the causes and effects of stress, as well as ways to manage and reduce stress levels. It aims to promote healthy coping mechanisms and stress-reducing activities, such as exercise, meditation, and spending time with loved ones. The month-long observance also aims to reduce […]
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The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry

12 July 2023

To celebrate our partnership with, and the release of, The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry, the UK Men’s Sheds Association is giving away five prize bundles that include a Pilgrim T-Shirt, book, water flask, tote bag, and compass!!
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Shoulder to Shoulder a Men’s Sheds Opera

8 February 2023

A powerful, uplifting exploration and often very funny story of men overcoming isolation through friendships made in Men’s Sheds. Created by Swansea City Opera. Developed in partnership with Men’s Sheds Cymru.
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The Great Willy Waddle… Fighting Male Cancer with Orchid

3 February 2023

Whether you are near London or Edinburgh, Orchid’s Fighting Male Cancer’s Great Willy Waddle is an event not to be missed this summer!
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‘Never Give Up’ 2023

24 January 2023

On the 5th of February 2023 local musicians and Durham University students will stand united against suicide at the ‘'Never Give Up' concert.
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