Belper Shed CIC

Belper Shed CIC, part of the UK Men's Sheds Association (UKMSA) network, was established to provide Belper and surrounding areas with a Shed for local people. Focusing on the improvement of mental health through craft and DIY, the Shed was set up to provide making and creating activities including woodwork, metalwork, woodturning, arts and crafts, gardening, sewing and other similar crafts. UKMSA recognises the importance of Shed membership to people who have been bereaved, who are isolated or lonely. Belper Shed CIC has among its members those who have disabilities, long term illnesses, mental health challenges, people who have recently been bereaved and others who spend a lot of time alone. We have seen, within a very short space of time, the positive impact that finding community within the Shed, making new friends and learning new skills has had on the membership.