UK Men’s Shed Association Announces Finalists for Shed of the Year Awards 2024
London, UK – The UK Men’s Shed Association (UKMSA) has revealed the finalists for this year’s Shed of the Year Awards. The national award scheme, organized by UKMSA, recognizes outstanding groups and individuals who have made a significant impact in their Men’s Shed and local communities.
“We have received a record number of submissions this year, and the standard of entries has been exceptional. The finalists have truly showcased the incredible work they are doing in their communities,” said Rob Lloyd, chair of the Trustees of UKMSA.
The annual Shed of the Year Awards aims to shed light on the positive effects of Men’s Shed participation, including combating loneliness, social isolation, and improving physical and mental health. The finalists’ projects demonstrate the diversity, depth, and ingenuity of their work and the impact it has on both participants and the broader community.
Last year’s overall winner, Bootle Tool Shed, has designed and crafted the bespoke Shed of The Year trophy, which will be handed over to this year’s winner.
The finalists for each award category are as follows:
– Health and Wellbeing Impact of the Year:
Caerau Men’s Shed
Medway Men In Sheds
Hythe Shed (at the pier)
– Shed Partnership of the Year 2024:
Pontypridd Men’s Shed
Letchworth Men In Sheds
Broadstairs Town Shed
– Shed Volunteer of the Year 2024:
Mark Mantle, Ludlow Men’s Shed
David Finch, Men’s Shed Blaenau Gwent
Chris Oldfield, Bethlem Community Men’s Shed
– Community Project of the Year 2024:
Rhyl Men’s Shed
Heatons’ Men In Sheds
Llanfyllin Shed
– Shed of the Year:
Petersfield Men’s Shed
Poringland and District Men’s Shed
Shrewsbury Men’s Shed
All finalists have been invited by Mr. Speaker, The Rt Hon Sir Lindsay Hoyle MP, to the Shed of the Year Awards and Afternoon Tea, which will take place in the State Rooms of the Speaker’s House in the House of Commons on International Men’s Day, Tuesday, November 19th, 2024.
The Shed Awards are proudly sponsored by TiteFix, with specially designed trophies for the winners created by Carveco.
For more information about the Shed of the Year Awards 2024, please visit: https://menssheds.org.uk/shed-awards-2024/
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