A family-run plumbing and heating business based in Lanarkshire is fundraising in a unique way during lockdown for Stonehouse Men’s Shed. David Baxter of David Baxter & Sons Ltd is marking his 50th birthday by carrying out a sponsored walk in his garden for the charity. David said: “My wife,... read more →
Apr
20
Apr
13
The latest briefing (April 2020) from the Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) Sheds for Sustainable Development Project (funded by the National Lottery Community Fund) is now available. What the study suggests is that Men's Sheds not only have positive impacts on the physical, mental and social health of their users, but... read more →
Apr
11
Kinross & District Men’s Shed (KDMS) is producing face shields to protect key workers on the front line during the Coronavirus pandemic. This vital piece of kit provides a barrier to stop workers from touching their face and also protection from the patient if they cough or sneeze. KDMS is using 3D... read more →
Apr
08
The Scottish Men’s Sheds Association (SMSA) is delighted to announce the appointment of Sir Harry Burns - Professor of Global Public Health, University of Strathclyde - as patron of the charity for the next three years. Sir Harry Burns was the Chief Medical Officer for Scotland for nine years (September... read more →
Mar
24
SMSA is delighted to present Edition 13 (March 2020) of The Scottish Shedder to our members and supporters. The publication is sent out to our 125 Member Sheds and over 2,200 subscribers. It features the latest news, events, DIY projects, recipes, personal stories, health matters and funding opportunities relevant to... read more →
Feb
11
SMSA is delighted to present Edition 12 (February 2020) of The Scottish Shedder to our members and supporters. The publication is sent out to our 123 Member Sheds and over 2,200 subscribers. It features the latest news, events, DIY projects, recipes, personal stories, health matters and funding opportunities relevant to... read more →
Nov
19
The Scottish Men’s Sheds Association (SMSA) is celebrating reaching a significant milestone on International Men’s Day by welcoming its 2,000th individual member. International Men’s Day, on the 19th November each year, celebrates the positive value men bring to the world, their families and communities - putting the spotlight on positive... read more →
Nov
12
SMSA is delighted to present Edition 10 of the Scottish Shedder to our members and supporters. The publication is sent out to our 123 Member Sheds and over 2,000 subscribers and features the latest news, events, DIY projects, recipes, personal stories, health matters and funding opportunities relevant to Sheds in Scotland in... read more →
Oct
08
The Glasgow Caledonian University 'Sheds for Sustainable Development Project' - now in its second year of a three-year project - has released its next policy briefing outlining emerging findings from their in-depth study on the health and wellbeing impacts of Shed activity. The University will continue to produce these short policy briefings... read more →
Sep
23
A whole year has passed since 'The Scottish Shedder' was last published and, with a new Communications Officer in post, we are delighted to relaunch this to our readers. The publication covers the latest news and events, DIY projects, recipes, personal stories and funding and health matters relevant to Sheds... read more →