The strange thing about Shed days is that they are always full of surprises. Things never go to plan (assuming sometimes there is one!). We are certainly kept on our toes. We start the week on last Sunday at a celebration for the voluntary sector held at Whitby Rugby Club. …
Some old friends returning to the Sheds and some newcomers giving them a go. Plus a new book to be released on Sheds internationally in which Whitby District Sheds are one of 34 UK case studies . First, Whitby on Wednesday Staithes on Monday was a weather wash out. No…
Tonight (19/5/2020) there has been a Zoom book launch for “Big Boys Don’t Cry”. Some of the authors read their pieces out. A most powerful series of chats that may ring with you – several did with me. Take a look. Take your mental health seriously. You are not alone…
Please spend time browsing these and raise any issues (including anything that is not understood) with your Shed duty manager or other experienced seniors. We are each responsible for our personal safety and for that of fellow Shedders. If you see dangerous/careless practice please speak up! Much of this…
Listen in below to the World at One’s 7 minute piece on Frome and the Frome Men’s Shed. Making things and making community with apparent health benefits. Hear from Frome here!
Shedder Bob was watching the news three nights ago and saw an item about Frome in Somerset. It was health and community related and was covered by several media organisations. Such is the community activity and cooperation between organisations, that there has been significantly reduced emergency admissions to hospital. Elsewhere…
Excess weight is hazardous to health. Here are some campaign posters you can a) read, and b) print out for the noticeboard, kitchen fridge and your mates! This was a 2017 campaign but it is equally applicable to 2018. There will be a new 2018 campaign for Men’s Health Week…
