CWL0029-1985551 Hamilton & District Men’s Shed
| Wish ID | CWL0029-1985551 |
|---|---|
| Group name | Hamilton & District Men’s Shed |
| Locality | Clydesdale area |
| Type of Wish | Donation of goods/materials |
| About us | Hamilton & District Men's Shed is a community-based charity that is open to men living in and around Hamilton and linked to a South Lanarkshire wide network of Sheds. The project offers local men the opportunity to meet socially with others in a safe and welcoming environment, offering friendship, connection and a sense of purpose. Also on offer is the opportunity to build individual and group capacity by sharing skills, knowledge and experiences with others gained through previous work. Many of our members have been tradesman or worked in settings that require specialist knowledge and abilities to use complex tools and machines. Members who attend the Shed report a list of benefits include feeling less isolated, physically fitter and having a reason to get out of the house. The Men’s Shed works with local groups, schools and individuals to share skills, supply goods and work on projects that have a wider community benefit. We operate two days per week currently and we are almost at capacity for the space we have.. |
| Our Wish | Our wish is to obtain a portacabin for our site at Hamilton Accies Football Club. We would use this to replace a portacabin which is damaged beyond repair, due to the floor collapsing. We had recently installed a toilet and washroom in the portacabin for our members, so we would replace this for the benefit of members and volunteers. On researching the cost of a used portacabin, we have discovered we could obtain one for £5k plus delivery. We would be delighted with a cash donation to buy or to be gifted a used portacabin. |
| Date added to website | Apr-23 |
| How to answer this wish | If you would like to answer this wish, please email CommunityWishList@southlanarkshire.gov.uk |