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A Personal Story: George Smith

A Personal Story: George Smith The SMSA interviews 49-year-old George Smith from the Black Isle Men’s Shed who, following a major accident at work, had to give up work in 2005. At a loose end, George started delivering green woodworking tutorials to members in Feddanhill Wood behind Fortrose.George said: “I had been a carpenter and joiner since the age of 16—travelling all over the UK to wherever the work took me on projects of a transient nature and thoroughly enjoying

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A Personal Story: Alex Hunter

A Personal Story: Alex Hunter Kirkmuirhill and Blackwood Men’s Shed (KBMS) member Alex Hunter—a Ministry of Defence veteran in his mid-70s with a newfound passion for bodging garden planters—reflects on the impact that the Shed has had on him. Alex said: “I joined KBMS when it first started up in 2019. We all had a meeting in the local community centre and the place was full with people keen to have their very own local Men’s Shed. “Forms were handed

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The Scottish Shedder Magazine

The Scottish Shedder Magazine Edition 44 – June 2025 The SMSA is proud to share the latest edition of The Scottish Shedder magazine with our 4,400+ 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 access the magazine as a downloadable

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