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Welcome to Christchurch Men’s Shed

We’re a friendly bunch who meet up, make stuff, fix things, learn new skills, share stories and enjoy each other’s company. Some of us are handy with tools, some just come for the tea and chat. All are welcome.

🛠️ The Workshop

We have a well-equipped workshop including wood and metal lathes, chop saw, table saw, wood planer, pillar drills and numerous hand tools. There’s plenty of space to work on your own projects or just pull up a chair, enjoy a coffee and see what’s going on.

Most members work on their own projects and occasionally work together on a community project.

Recent projects include:

•             Restoration of a clocking in machine

•             Numerous woodturning projects

•             Carving a 1960’s themed chess set

See additional projects in the gallery page.

All we ask is that you respect each other, work in a safe manner and tidy up after yourself.

🌍 Where to Find Us

We are based in Highcliffe, next to the Highcliffe Medical Centre at:

The Lower Hall, (which is at the rear of)

The Old School, 254 Lymington Road, Highcliffe, BH23 5ET

⏰ Open Times

Mon, Tues, Weds & Thurs

9.00am to 12.00ish

Monday is designated a quieter day with no noisy machines being used.

💷 Membership

Annual fee: £25 which includes membership of The Highcliffe Residents Association (renewed in April).

Daily attendance: £2.50 (includes tea & coffee). Limited to a maximum of £5 per week.

🍷 Social Events

We host a monthly lunchtime social gathering at The Globe pub in Highcliffe — to have a drink, bite to eat and social chat.

Annual events include a summer BBQ and an Autumn Skittles challenge which wives and partners are invited too.

Occasionally trips are arranged to local places of interest such as Highcliffe Castle and Bournemouth Aviation Museum.

📞 Get in Touch

Want to learn more or join us? Visit the Contact page or just drop by to see what we’re working on, meet the team, or just say hello. You will be made very welcome.

 

Registered Charity Number 1175104