the shed is a community space for men to connect, converse and create. The activities are often similar to those of garden sheds, but for groups of men to enjoy it together. The shed helps to reduce loneliness as isolation, improving mental health and wellbeing. The shed also provides a community where the sharing of knowledge and experience to solve and overcome problems with likeminded individuals, fostering an inclusive environment where members can open up about wider issues affecting their life and health.