The History of men's den blaenau gwent
Men’s Den was set up in June 2016 by the Health sector of South Ebbw Fach Cluster Communities First.
The project was initiated in response to men stating projects and courses were primarily attended by women and the men wanted something they could call their own.
Launched as part of Men’s Mental Health week, the Men’s Den project initially ran weekly at the Abertillery Youth Centre and incorporated activities such as arts and craft, pool, table tennis and games, cookery, woodwork, willow weaving and metalwork sessions, walking football and gentle exercise.
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The men in attendance helped develop the week itinerary with support from the staff and included drop-in information sessions from other professionals and organisations to raise awareness of men’s health and health and wellbeing in general.
Nestled at the top of the south Wales Valleys, Blaenau Gwent is packed with a rich history and heritage of the mining industry, the steel works. Also, it has the history of the Chartists movement, and it is the birth place of the National Health Service.
From 2018
When the community first program ended. We had two options, Close the groups or start our our own group. Some the members at that time created a constituted group.
This group has gone from strength to strength. During the 2020 lockdown we held virtual meetings via zoom to keep in touch with members.
We are members of the UK Men’s Sheds Association and Men’s Sheds Cymru.
If you, or someone you know would like to join us, please get in touch, or just come along to one of our meetings.
We meet every Monday and Wednesday 10am – 12 or later at:
Blaina Community Sports Club, Surgery Road, Blaina. NP13 3AY
On Monday 11th March 2024 we became a registered Charity in the UK.
Our Charity name is now Men’s Shed Blaenau Gwent. Number 1207381
We will continue to use our working names of Men’s Den and Ladies Lounge on our social media and website.
We can now continue the great work we have always done, plus we can fundraise and make donations to individuals or other worthwhile groups.
Contact
How to get in touch
Location
Blaina Community Sports Club, Surgery Road, Blaina. NP13 3AY
Phone
David Finch 07535 069874
Byron Booth 07710 310710