The Port Men in Sheds

A local MP has been given a warm welcome on a visit to a registered charity for adult men, where he is the patron.

‘The Port Men in Sheds’ (TPMiS) has about 60 members – many of them retired – who get together to during the week to pursue many leisure interests and enjoy the company and camaraderie of fellow members.

‘The Shed’ is open to men over 18 years of age, but the vast majority members are 50-plus. Currently, the oldest active member is 96 years old!

Justin Madders, MP for Ellesmere Port and Neston, was invited to an afternoon tea party where he met some of the members who hone their woodworking skills, restore and upcycle items, play pool, take part in music sessions and make a variety of items for family, friends and the local community.

Although The Port Men in Sheds is based In Ellesmere Port, ‘The Shed’ has members who live in Ellesmere Port, Neston, Chester, Heswall, Eastham, Frodsham, Helsby and Hawarden. Men from across the area are welcome to join.

The organisation is looking for a new, affordable home and members are hopeful of securing a new permanent base in the coming weeks.

David Watson (TPMiS treasurer) said: 

“We are about to start a relocation fund and we hope that local businesses and individuals will support us and help fund the transformation of our new premises”

He added:

“We are grateful to Mr Madders for not only being our patron but for also supporting and valuing the work we do to support men’s mental health and well-being”.

Mr Madders said: 

“I am a great fan of the concept of men in sheds and the valuable work it does to tackle isolation, loneliness, adapting to retirement, suffering from health problems, experiencing bereavement etc”

“There are some very talented and creative individuals at The Shed. There are those who might feel socially isolated and just want to meet up for a cup of tea or coffee.

“There is a great atmosphere, and everyone is welcome. They can also put on lovely afternoon tea parties!”

Anyone interested in finding out more about The Port Men in Sheds can go to: 

www.theportmeninshed.org.uk

@ThePortMIS on X (Twitter),

The Port Men in Sheds on Facebook

...or by calling:

07878 174 312