PLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT HAS NOW PASSED SMSA members are invited to attend a national gathering hosted by the Scottish Men's Sheds Association. The not-to-be-missed event affords the opportunity for Men's Sheds across Scotland to connect, share and learn. The jam-packed agenda will allow plenty of time for networking, a fun... read more →
Oct
31
Oct
09
Banff, Macduff & District Men's Shed Carluke Men's Shed Carse of Gowrie Men's Shed THE PUBLIC VOTE HAS NOW CLOSED, THE WINNER WILL BE ANNOUNCED AT THE AWARDS EVENT CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE EVENT ON FRIDAY 10TH NOVEMBER 2023 The Scottish Men’s Sheds Association (SMSA), the national support hub... read more →
Oct
06
On the 29th June 2012, Maryburgh Primary School closed its doors for the very last time after 152 years and the community sadly watched a much-loved building deteriorate before their very eyes until a group of local men came up with a plan during the pandemic. Andy Barnett, Treasurer of... read more →
Oct
06
The SMSA chats to RAF veteran and retired boat builder Alfie Wood (79) from Banff, Macduff and District Men’s Shed on what he gets out of his local Men’s Shed. Alfie said: “I began working at the age of 11 on my paper round and left school at the age... read more →
Sep
26
The SMSA is delighted to present the September 2023 edition of The Scottish Shedder magazine to our 3,500+ members and subscribers. The Scottish Shedder features the latest news, events, projects and personal stories from Men's Sheds across Scotland as well as promoting relevant opportunities and raising awareness of men's health... read more →
Sep
08
SMSA Development Officer Tim Green (in blue SMSA polo shirt) visiting Milngavie & Bearsden Men's Shed for the Greater Glasgow & Clyde Shed Network Meeting last month. Scottish Men’s Sheds Association receives funding boost to REACH more men The Scottish Men’s Sheds Association (SMSA), the national support hub for Men’s... read more →
Aug
01
Shed-na-mara operates from a former forestry building in the village of Achnamara on the shores of the scenic Loch Sween in North Knapdale, Argyll. Graham Walker shares their journey so far... Graham said: “With easy access to the water, Achnamara was the perfect place to build a community coastal rowing... read more →
Aug
01
The SMSA interviews British Army Royal Signals veteran and Aberchirder Shedder David Jarvis (41) on why he chose to join his local Men’s Shed following medical discharge and how his resilience led to him representing the UK in this year’s Invictus Games. David said: “When I left Mintlaw Academy at... read more →
Jul
18
The SMSA is delighted to present Edition 33 (July 2023) of The Scottish Shedder magazine. The Scottish Shedder features the latest news, events, DIY projects, personal stories and health matters relevant to Men’s Sheds in Scotland. Read this issue at your leisure using the downloadable pdf or flipbook version (below). Inside this edition:... read more →
Jul
18
THE 2023 AWARDS ARE NOW CLOSED FOR APPLICATIONS The awards, now in their fifth year and delivered by the Scottish Men’s Sheds Association (SMSA), recognise and reward the contribution that Men’s Sheds make and raise awareness of the huge impact that they are having in our Scottish communities. With over 200 Sheds... read more →