December 2023 - Harry McLarnon

It is with much sadness that the Shed announces the passing of a much respected member, Harry McLarnon, at the age of 92, seen here on the right. Harry had been a Member of our Shed for several years. As always, our thoughts are with Harry's family at this time.

December 2023 - John McDonald

It is with much sadness that the Shed announces the passing of a much respected member, John McDonald, at the age of 94, seen here in the center of the photograph. As always, our thoughts are with John's family at this time.

December 2023 - JDRF Charity Event

The Shed were proud to have built this Lemonade stand which allowed two local girls to have a charity event, raising a massive £335 for JDRF (Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation). Well done girls.

November 2023 - Alex McKendrick

It is with much sadness that the Shed announces the passing of a much respected member, Alex McKendrick. As always, our thoughts are with Alex's family at this time.

September 2023 - Monica Lennon visits the Shed

Scottish Labour MSP, Monica Lennon, enjoys a visit to the East Kilbride men’s Shed, gaining a better understanding of the activities available to members and the work that we do in the community.

ek mens shed members enjoying a fish supper

July 2023 - Fish Supper Friday

We had a great turnout of members to our "Fish Friday" night. The nautical fish theme was enhanced by the showing of an old BBC Scotland Para Handy episode. Our memories were taxed by two quizzes, starting and ending the night. Local takeaways provided the food, a pakora starter followed by fish‘n’chips. Many thanks to both local suppliers.

ek mens shed attended the allers allotment open day

July 2023 - Allers Allotment Open Day

East Kilbride Men’s Shed supported the Open Day at Allers on Saturday 5th August with a display of crafts made at the Shed. It was well attended with lots of visitors who were able to see what we actually do at the Shed. In addition to the crafts, two of our artistic members were busy with requests to draw visitors’ caricatures. Altogether a great day and even the rain stayed off!

ek mens shed build planters for Hunter House

July 2023 - Building Planters at Hunter House

East Kilbride Men’s Shed volunteers recently made 6 large planters and assembled 2 small planters, to enhance the garden at Hunter House, East Kilbride.

ek mens shed visit Irvine Maritime Museum

May 2023 - Visit to Irvine Maritime Museum

Some of our members enjoying a day out at the Irvine maritime museum.

March 2023 - Dr Lisa Cameron visits the Shed

Quote from Dr Cameron, "It was great to catch up with the Men’s Shed in East Kilbride this weekend to hear about their fundraising and to support their work. A fantastic initiative to promote activity and wellbeing and create wonderful pieces including chairs, cabinets, bird tables, clocks and signs to name just some of the great work on display".