Wharfedale Men’s Shed supports REMAP
REMAP, a charity helping people with disabilities through customised equipment, teamed up with WMS after treasurer Dave Scannell connected with its Airedale group. Over two years, WMS crafted unique aids like ramps and tables, bringing smiles to recipients and showcasing the Shed’s woodworking skills.
Rebuilding History: Andrew’s 1895 House Restoration with a Little Help from WMS
Andrew tackled the restoration of his 1895 home’s timberwork but needed help recreating its iconic wooden finials. With support from Wharfedale Men’s Shed, Malcolm crafted stunning replacements, completing Andrew’s remarkable transformation. See the results and discover how WMS can support your project!
Storm Bert, Coffee, and Christmas Cheer at Colton Methodist Church
Three members of Wharfedale Men’s Shed braved Storm Bert to attend the Christmas Fair at Colton Methodist Church, raising funds and spirits despite a slow start. With dedication and teamwork, the event turned into a success, showcasing the true spirit of WMS.
The Continuing Search for a New Home
Wharfedale Men’s Shed (WMS) began its journey in March 2019 and has grown with a vision for a purpose-built home. After years of searching and planning, a design for a new workshop has secured planning consent, marking an exciting step toward making this vision a reality.
Projects : Before & After
At Wharfedale Men’s Shed, we take pride in transforming the broken into the beautiful. From restoring chairs and crafting custom tables to rebuilding wildlife walls and Santa’s Sleigh, every project reflects the dedication of our skilled team.
Wharfedale Men’s Shed Joins the Otley Science Festival Fun!
Wharfedale Men’s Shed joined the Otley Science Festival with a popular bird-box building activity, creating 21 boxes alongside enthusiastic attendees. Guided by Shed members, the event celebrated creativity, teamwork, and local wildlife conservation.
WMS Awarded £5,000 grant from Postcode Community Trust
Wharfedale Men’s Shed is delighted to receive a £5,000 grant from the People’s Postcode Trust, funded by players of People’s Postcode Lottery. This generous support will enhance our activities, providing tools and resources to expand our projects and strengthen our community.
Wharfedale Men’s Shed: Planters, Planks, and Plenty of Laughs!
Wharfedale Men’s Shed recently turned recycled decking boards into six beautiful garden planters for a local Church client. Led by Loz, with help from Bob E. and Michael, the team crafted these ‘planter masterpieces,’ delighting the client and securing a generous donation for the Shed.
Wharfedale Men’s Shed Wins £1,000 Community Giving Award!
Wharfedale Men’s Shed is proud to have won the top £1,000 prize in Skipton Building Society’s 2024 Community Giving scheme. This funding will support vital tools and materials, enabling us to continue our projects and serve the Otley community.
The Shed hosts the BBC for a day
“Wharfedale Men’s Shed brings men together to share skills, build projects, and foster friendships while giving back to the community. With plans to expand into a new workshop, we aim to grow our impact and welcome even more members.”