A NEW Men’s Shed has opened at Milford Haven Station, providing a new base for community support.

Men’s Sheds are community spaces where individuals come together to make, repair and repurpose, all while supporting projects in their local communities.

Members - or Shedders, as they’re known - reported a 96 per cent reduction in loneliness after joining a Shed, showing just how beneficial the spaces can be and the difference they make to communities up and down the country. Many Sheds involve women, and some are exclusively for women.

The new Men’s Shed at Milford Haven Station will provide a place for the local community to connect and build friendships, share skills and knowledge, and reduce feelings of loneliness. The Shed is for the community, and Shedders can decide how they feel the space should be used.

Milford Haven Station Manager Emma Collins said: “I am pleased that we are able to accommodate the Men’s shed within the station at Milford Haven and support this invaluable community group and the work they do.”

Milford Haven Men’s Shed committee thanked Transport for Wales for the opportunity to provide the older community with their own ‘haven’ to create friendship and support wellbeing in a safe environment.

They expressed the hope that in the future that they will be able to give back to the community some of the help that they have received from TfW. They are also grateful for National Lottery funding which has made this project possible.

“Whether it’s to do crafts or make projects or even for just dropping in for a cuppa and a chat the Men’s Shed is here for the people of the town, and we look forward to welcoming everyone.”

If you’d like more information on Men’s Sheds, including finding your nearest Shed, visit https://menssheds.org.uk .