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  • Garden Trellis and Obelisks

    Garden Trellis and Obelisks

    Alfreton, Derbyshire
    Article by: Swanwick Men's Shed

    Shed members build garden trellis in standard and bespoke sizes with donations going to the charity. Contact for details.

    Swanwick Men's Shed   |  
    Posted: 31 Jul 20
  • Corona Virus closure

    Corona Virus closure

    Alfreton, Derbyshire
    Article by: Swanwick Men's Shed

    The shed is currently closed until we are clear of Corona. However we welcome enquiries from new members and we are planning many improvemen...

    Swanwick Men's Shed   |  
    Posted: 20 Mar 20
  • Derbyshire Live Local Heros Award

    Derbyshire Live Local Heros Award

    Alfreton, Derbyshire
    Article by: Swanwick Men's Shed

    Swanwick men's Shed was nominated for the community building award along with two other finalists. At the award ceremony at Pride Pak on...

    Swanwick Men's Shed   |  
    Posted: 31 Oct 19
  • Shed Community Project of the Year 2019 award

    Shed Community Project of the Year 2019 award

    Alfreton, Derbyshire
    Article by: Swanwick Men's Shed

    At the UKMSA annual awards, Swanwick Men's Shed was awarded Shed Community Project of the Year for their work in supporting local commun...

    Swanwick Men's Shed   |  
    Posted: 9 Sep 19
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    Against the grain

    Alfreton, Derbyshire
    Article by: Swanwick Men's Shed

    The shed is delighted to have the support of Conor Blount of Against The Grain based in Ripley is a high quality bespoke joiner who donates ...

    Swanwick Men's Shed   |  
    Posted: 28 Jun 19
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    Well dressing tableaux

    Alfreton, Derbyshire
    Article by: Swanwick Men's Shed

    The Parish Council has again asked the shed to make new stands to hold the well dressing tableaux.

    Swanwick Men's Shed   |  
    Posted: 4 Mar 19
  • Horse hay Feeder/forage box

    Horse hay Feeder/forage box

    Alfreton, Derbyshire
    Article by: Swanwick Men's Shed

    Our latest commission was to build hay feeders for a local Shire Horse breeder. These are now available made to order in three sizes from Sh...

    Swanwick Men's Shed   |  
    Posted: 18 Nov 18
  • Rocking Horse needs a stable

    Rocking Horse needs a stable

    Alfreton, Derbyshire
    Article by: Swanwick Men's Shed

    The Rocking Horse was part built from a kit and then given to the shed when the owner moved house. It has now been completed and fitted with...

    Swanwick Men's Shed   |  
    Posted: 12 Nov 18
  • Swanwick in Bloom

    Swanwick in Bloom

    Alfreton, Derbyshire
    Article by: Swanwick Men's Shed

    The Shed was contracted to produce large wooden planters by Swanwick Parish Council. We built five large and two smaller planters which have...

    Swanwick Men's Shed   |  
    Posted: 2 Sep 18
  • Garden benches and planters

    Garden benches and planters

    Alfreton, Derbyshire
    Article by: Swanwick Men's Shed

    The Shedders have joined forces with some ladies from Swanwick WI and the community to create a sensory garden for the residents, carers and...

    Swanwick Men's Shed   |  
    Posted: 2 Sep 18