ABERGELE MEN’S SHED

Frequently asked Questions

ARE YOU ONLY FOR MEN?

We helped start our sister organisation, Abergele She Shed, who operate from the same place but at different times/days.

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MUST I BE A MEMBER?

We are a membership organisation but anybody can come along and join in to see what it is like first.

How much does membership cost?

Free for the first 3 times you attend. Full membership costs £5 per year and £2 for each session you attend to cover refreshments.

CAN ANYBODY JOIN?

Generally, our members are retired, have a life time of experience and want to continue to share their skills and knowledge to help others.

DO YOU REALLY WORK IN A SHED?

We have a temporary base to work from but we own a building in the middle of Abergele and have an exciting plan to renovate it as a permanent community hub.

What do you do?

Our members decide on what they do. Current projects are mainly woodworking but we welcome members with other skills or hobbies that can be shared with members or the community

Do you make things to sell?

Sometimes, but a lot of our work is to support the community and help with repairs for which we ask a donation.

WILL I BE TOLD WHAT TO DO?

We can help if you want to know something or you can be part of a team to share your knowledge or learn from others.

DO I HAVE TO PROVIDE MY OWN TOOLS?

We have lots of tools and equipment to share.

DO I HAVE TO DO LOTS OF CRAFT WORK?

Members contribute in a number of ways including administrative work; translation into Welsh; support the Committee; organise events or distribute any publicity material.

WILL I GET PAID?

Everybody is a volunteer. Your commitment is to do what you can; when you can.

ARE YOU A CARE ORGANISATION?

All our members operate under their own steam We can help members get support if they need it.

ARE THERE OTHER MEN’S SHEDS?

Abergele is one of 80 Men’s Sheds in Wales. There are over 500 in the UK and an estimated 3000 around the world operating in 12 countries from Australia to America.

ABERGELE MEN’S SHED

The unselfish effort to bring cheer to others will be the beginning of a happier life for ourselves.

Helen Keller, 1880-1968.