Wendover Shed

If you’ve been considering a visit to Wendover Shed on Hogtrough Lane but are deterred by the cold, worry no longer! 

The Stable workshop next to the main shed has been thoroughly renovated, weather-proofed and insulated by experts among the Shedders. Thanks to a diesel heater it’s probably the warmest shed in town!

Wendover Shed welcomes new members who can come and work on practical projects with the wide range of tools (and friendly expert helpers), or just to have a chat and a hot drink – there’s a kettle, but also a fridge for beer when the weather improves!

Particularly welcome would be anyone who can help others to learn or improve their  woodworking or metalworking techniques. 

Shed chairman Bob Duggan is also calling for volunteer chaperones who can accompany and help people with mobility or other health issues, thus allowing them to get the full benefit of the Shed. 

The Shed is coming up to its first anniversary since the main “Hog” metal Portacabin was trucked and craned into place on 17 February 2023, and a lot has happened since then. 

High points have been the building of the big wooden “outdoor space” covered working area, the installation of very effective solar panels, batteries and power outlets to provide all the electricity needed to run interior and exterior lighting and tools, and the major renovation of the existing stable block to become a cosy heated workshop. 

Everything has been done by Shedders using the wide range of skills shared between them. 

Plans for this year include an additional shed for storage and an ecological compost loo to replace the current chemical Portaloo. 

To find the Shed (HP22 6NJ), drive along Hogtrough Lane to just past the gun club and the bridleway sign, then turn left into the allotments. Opening hours are posted on the website: 

www.wendovershed.org.uk

Coffee and Natter 

Tuesdays, 11am-12pm
Saturdays, 11am-12pm

Make and Mend

Tuesdays, 10am-12pm
Thursdays, 2-4pm
Saturdays, 10am-12pm

If you would like more information or know anyone who might benefit from Wendover Shed, please do get in touch.  Better still, come visit us.  

The kettle is always on.

Bob Duggan – 01296 623869 / 07921 824836

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