Gordon Thorburn the bloke behind then standard tome to starting in shedism “Men & Sheds” is interviewed on the always great secrets-of-shed-building.com/

He shows of his sheds and talks a bit about Men & Sheds

The 18th century shed pictured is therefore used as a garage, that is to say, to store tools, wood, workbench etc, plus a load of stuff that should be chucked out. The other is an orthodox garden shed.

My wife wants me to convert the old shed into an office to get me out of the house, but I want to convert the attic. So I’ll probably stay where I am, in a corner of the dining room.

He also has posted on the shedforum.. the other week and I was going to email him for an interview but John beat me to it!.

and finally I have got round to listening to the gardenofficeFather of shedworking Alex’s podcast from the other week, it’s a good listen, and gives an insight into why Alex set up shedworking…

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The Daily UK Metro newspaper theridiculant column online is not convinced that Chris Evans is a shed judge

In their paper versions they do not mention their uncertainty

As long as you sheddies know the truth! but thanks for the coverage everything is welcome to see the best sheds on the web.

I suppose that’s the job of the nationals, hopefully some commuters will want to share their sheds ASAP for the closing date.

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Yes that would be a great headline, but in Staines area that was the news on the 2nd of April according to Flickr user Rex Mottram who found the advertising board, it was apparently true.

Rex Mottram -

But nothing on their website maybe it was stolen?

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I normally run readersheds & this shedblog (plus a few other developments) when I get home from work & on the weekends, when I can fit it in, so that means I am a “5 to 9er” and the lovely Emma Jones fromenterprise nation ask me a few simple questions about it and they produced a great guide even with my answers in it.

Starting a home based business whilst still working full time is a challenge but means you can get started part-time, and with low-risk

According to research, more than five million people work from home outside of their day jobs. If you’re one or just thinking about starting a business in your spare time, download our free guide today.

Half of the 5-9ers questioned said that their business was growing, while over 60% expected to go full time within the next 12 months.

as I said I was interviewed for it, but don’t let that you stop reading it?

I should have posted this before but as I was away when it came out, it slipped my wossname.

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Those shed hungry lot over at BBC one want you for their new show… think of it like Summertime special but with sheds, maybe.

Graham Norton is hosting a brand new BBC1 show and he wants you to join him!

We’re on the look out for dedicated shed lovers to be a part of our show. Is your shed your prized possession? Do you spend more time with your shed than with your wife? Are you a family member of a shed lover?

Running through the summer, Totally Saturday is full of fun, games, surprises and special guests for the entire family.

From pranks on the studio audience to surprising unsuspecting members of the public, the show is set to be the TV highlight of everyone’s week.

We would love your readers to be given the opportunity to take part – we are looking for vibrant individuals, confident couples and enthusiastic families, people with a love of something or a prized possession i.e. certain celebs, your shed, your car; anyone who would be up for the chance to win BIG prizes on prime time television. To take part contact: totallysaturday@bbc.co.uk

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