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SMSA marks 5,000+ milestone membership with veteran supporter also on board

SMSA marks 5,000+ milestone membership with veteran supporter also on board The Scottish Men’s Sheds Association (SMSA) is celebrating two major milestones. The first is welcoming Major General Patrick Marriott CB CBE DL, HM Lord-Lieutenant for Sutherland, as an individual member—his support highlights the growing recognition of the vital role Sheds play in men’s health, wellbeing, and community cohesion—particularly for veterans. The second milestone comes as the charity reaches 5,000+ members, a landmark achievement for the growing movement. Major General

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The SMSA is recruiting – join our team!

Your next career step awaits! An opportunity to join the SMSA Team in a flexible home-based role and make a real difference across Scotland! After years of dedicated service supporting our Scottish Men’s Sheds, our longest-serving Development Officer Tim Green is retiring. Reflecting on the vital role that this position plays for Men’s Sheds across Scotland, the Association is looking to recruit one or two part-time Development Officers (2–3 days a week, £26–29,000 pro-rata) to cover the East Coast, from Moray

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Shed in the Spotlight – Irvine New Town Men’s Shed

Shed in the Spotlight – Irvine New Town Men’s Shed Irvine New Town Men’s Shed traces its origins back to late 2018, when a small group of local men decided to create a safe space for their community. Founding members—Andrew Brown (Chairman), Alan Davidson (Secretary), and John Easdale (Treasurer)—first set up the Shed in a former shop in Bourtreehill. They remained there for around nine months before moving across the precinct to their current base at Number 10, Lower Vennel,

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The Scottish Shedder Magazine

The Scottish Shedder Magazine Click here to view archived issues Edition 47 – December 2025 The SMSA is proud to share the latest edition of The Scottish Shedder magazine with our 4,500+ members and subscribers. Inside this issue, you’ll discover the latest news and announcements, inspiring projects, and personal stories from Men’s Sheds across Scotland—along with updates from our partners, relevant opportunities, and important men’s health topics. So, grab yourself a cuppa, settle in, and enjoy the read! You can

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