New Men’s Shed opens at Cae Felin to boost wellbeing

A new Men’s Shed has opened at the Cae Felin community project near Morriston Hospital, funded by a £1,800 Swansea Council grant. The initiative provides a space for male NHS staff and local men to work on practical tasks while discussing mental health, combining hands-on projects with informal conversation.

What changed

A repurposed shed at the seven-acre Cae Felin Community Supported Agriculture site now offers tools, equipment, and a comfortable environment to support men’s wellbeing. The project is funded by a small council grant and is designed to connect practical activity with informal talk about mental health.

Who is affected

The primary beneficiaries are male NHS staff who work at Morriston Hospital and men from the wider community who can access the space for projects and conversations on wellbeing.

Practical next steps

People interested in joining can learn about activities such as composting, propagation shelters, tool maintenance, and irrigation work. The site provides a space aimed at a supportive environment for wellbeing, with ongoing activities coordinated by project leaders on site.

Limits and questions

The report notes a small grant (£1,800) from Swansea Council funded the shed’s equipment and environment. It does not specify long-term funding or the total number of participants, so questions remain about ongoing support and wider impact beyond the opening period.

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