Community workshop · Southam, Warwickshire
Make things, fix things, make friends.
Southam Men's Shed is a free, friendly workshop at Galanos House where local people share skills, work on practical projects and look after their wellbeing over a cup of tea. Everyone is welcome, whatever your skill level.
About us
Fighting isolation, one project at a time
Men's Sheds are community spaces where people come together to socialise, learn and work on practical projects.
Southam Men's Shed gives local residents a dedicated place to stay active after retirement, pursue hobbies and build lasting friendships. We're based in the grounds of Galanos House and work closely with the community to restore furniture, build garden items and support local causes.
Whether you're an experienced woodworker, a keen DIYer or simply looking for a friendly place for a chat, our doors are open. The Shed is open to the whole community, men and women alike.
What to expect
- No pressure. Work on your own project, help with a team build, or just drop in for a chat.
- Skill sharing. Learn woodworking, repair and craft techniques from fellow members.
- Everyone welcome. No experience needed, and no question is too basic.
Practical craftsmanship
Woodworking tools, equipment and shared bench space for your projects.
Community impact
We make and repair items for local schools, charities and community groups.
Mental wellbeing
A relaxed space that helps reduce loneliness and build friendships.
Projects & community work
What we build and repair
Have a project for a school, charity or community space? Get in touch and we'll talk it through.
| Type of work | What it involves | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Community commissions | Made-to-order pieces for local community spaces and schools. | |
| Personal woodworking | Bring your own furniture repair or custom timber project and use the Shed's tools and know-how. | |
| Refurbishment & upcycling | Giving old items a fresh lease of life instead of sending them to landfill. |
Got tools you no longer use? We gratefully accept donations of tools and equipment.
Meet the committee
The people who keep the Shed running
Our committee guides the Shed, keeps the workshop safe and manages our community projects.
- Chair
Paul Hancox
Leads the committee, oversees Shed activities and makes sure the workshop stays safe, welcoming and inclusive.
- Secretary
Teresa Hanson
Handles correspondence, keeps records, organises committee meetings and is the first contact for new members and enquiries.
- Treasurer
Lewis Gent
Looks after the Shed's finances, membership subscriptions and donations, keeping the workshop funded.
Find us
Getting to Galanos House
We're in the grounds of Galanos House on Banbury Road (A423), just south of Southam town centre.
Galanos House
Banbury Road
Southam
CV47 2BL
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By bus
Stagecoach 67 / 67A (Leamington Spa – Southam – Banbury) runs along Banbury Road. Ask for the stop outside Galanos House.
From Southam town centre it's a 2-minute bus ride or a flat 15-minute walk (about 0.7 miles) south along Banbury Road.
By train
The nearest stations are Leamington Spa (about 8 miles) and Banbury (about 12 miles). From either, take the 67 / 67A bus to Galanos House.
By car
From the south (Banbury, Oxford, M40 Junction 11):
- Join the A423 Banbury Road heading north towards Southam.
- Continue through Ladbroke.
- Galanos House is on your left just before Southam town centre.
From the north (Leamington Spa, Coventry):
- Follow the A425 or A423 into Southam.
- Continue south along Banbury Road.
- Galanos House is on your right as you leave the town.
Contact us & join us
Get in touch or drop by
Want to become a member, donate tools or ask about a community project? We'd love to hear from you.
- Phone01926 812185
- Emailhello@southammensshed.org
- AddressGalanos House, Banbury Road, Southam CV47 2BL
- Opening timesOpening times change week to week. Check this week's sessions in our Facebook group