Men’s Sheds Cymru is the national support body for the Men’s Sheds movement across Wales. They facilitate the creation of safe, community-driven spaces where men can socialise, share practical skills, and work “shoulder to shoulder” on projects.

The Marauders are a proud supporter, standing with them in a shared mission to combat social isolation and improve men’s mental health through community and purpose. The Marauders have a similar mission and have developed close bonds with the Pontyclun and Pontypridd Men’s Sheds, where men frequently participate and volunteer across both groups to support local wellbeing.

Men’s Shed Pontyclun – https://mensshedpontyclun.weebly.com/

Email: mensshedpontyclun@gmail.com

The group operates across two main locations with different focuses:

• The Allotment (Clun Avenue): They typically meet three times a week to grow fruit and vegetables.
• The Bunker Workshop (Mwyndy): This is their dedicated woodworking space. If the yellow barrier at Mwyndy Cross Industries is open, the shed is in use.
• Repair Café (Bethel Baptist Church): Members also run a repair session every 2nd Wednesday of the month from 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

Pontypridd Men’s Shed – https://www.facebook.com/groups/pontymenshed/?ref=share

Phone (Main Contacts): 07807 335201 or 07854 061205

This group has a very active weekly schedule across different community hubs:

• Mondays (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM): Social hub meeting at Taff Meadow Community Centre (Open to all, including ladies).
• Wednesdays (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM): Main Men’s Social meeting at Taff Meadow Community Centre (Features speakers and health advocates).
• Fridays (10:00 AM – 3:00 PM): Meetings at Trallwn Community Centre, including a coffee morning, yoga (12 PM), and a Podcast/Creative Writing group (1 PM).
• Weekdays (Morning – Early Afternoon): The “Woodfellas” Woodshop (75 East Street, Trallwn) is typically active for carpentry and community projects.