mens shed

We often look to grand policy meetings or technology pioneers to bring about positive change, but as you know, lately I’ve been finding the most inspiring stories right on my doorstep – in the quiet, persistent work of local individuals rolling up their sleeves and this time asking: “How can we do this better, together?”

This week, I popped down to the Chorleywood Memorial Hall on a Monday to sit down with Debbie and Andrew, the husband-and-wife duo behind the Chorleywood Community Shed. Launched in September 2024, this local initiative is a masterclass in reducing waste, sharing practical skills and above all, combating modern isolation through simple, human connection.