Newsletter Issue 54 - Summer 2024

The Midmar Men ’ s Shed The foundations for the new Shed are progressing amazingly well with the backfill, drainage and ducting now being installed. Next steps may require some temporary access restrictions at the back of the Hall (services connections), alternative routes will be posted.

We have collected a large amount of PIR insulation for the floor and walls, donated by local trades and individuals. We are very grateful for all that has been received so far, and would welcome any more (most are offcuts that would otherwise have been destined for the landfill). We do have bit of a challenge storing this insulation, so if anyone

has space in a barn or shed that we could use, it would be very helpful (just needs to be windproof). Apart from the collection of PIR that we have amassed, we again wish to thank Miller Plant for support with our endeavours.

Whilst the new Shed has been the main focus, many Shedders have recently been heavily involved in the Comers Bridge replacement, with a lot of time, equipment and effort put in to complete the task. Deconstruction happened over Easter, with various phases of construction following on, as weather permitted. The much improved bridge is now in service; stronger and safer than before. While normal Shed activities

have been on the back burner with these other priorities, there are a couple of items of furniture under repair, and we have assisted with the installation of swivel mounts for the

Shed Hours : Tuesday ’ s 18:30 — 21:00 & Friday ’ s 09:30 - 13:00 Web : www.midmar.uk Tel : 07464 552550 Email : midmarmensshed@gmail.com Nextdoor : mensshedmidmar

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