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Okehampton Men in Sheds

A welcoming social space for men of all ages & abilities. Opportunities to learn new skills in our workshop, and/or enjoy a cuppa or three!

Okehampton Men in Sheds

CIC / Social enterprise
Dementia friendly

Dementia friendly

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Okehampton Men in Sheds
Men in sheds lottery

About

A welcoming social space for men of all ages & abilities. Opportunities to learn new skills in our workshop, and/or enjoy a cuppa or three!

 Come and join us for a cuppa and see what we do.

What we offer:

An enjoyable, friendly and safe environment for practical, meaningful activities which enable you to contribute to your community.

  • Learn a new skill with others in our well equipped workshop, or share your skills to the benefits of others of all ages (we work with some kids groups too).
  • We work with other community partners and agencies to help those who are isolated and/or have health problems, by offering a welcoming space of support and purpose.
  • We welcome men of all ages, although most of our 'Shedders' are retired, we are also keen to welcome younger members too, all abliities - you do not need any woodwork skills!
  • We welcome donations of items which would otherwise go to landfill, such as wood or repairs, and are also happy to repair / make items for our local community.
  • Come along for a cuppa – see what we do – you are assured of a warm welcome – and probably some cake too!! 
 Come and join us for a cuppa and see what we do. What we offer: An enjoyable, friendly and safe environment for practical, meaningful activities which enable you to contribute to your community. Learn a new skill with others in our well equipped workshop, or share your skills to the benefits of others of all ages (we work with some kids groups too). We work with other community partners and agencies to help those who are isolated and/or have health problems, by offering a...

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This badge is awarded to individuals and groups who are recognised to be dementia friendly.

Awarded 21st May 2023

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