Paul Ruddock

Members of a men's community group are rebuilding after their shed was destroyed.

In, in North Somerset , was targeted by vandals who set fire to wooden decking, a workstation and timber store.

The Charity raised £2,650 online to pay for the extensive damage.

The Group have received £5,000 from North Somerset Older People's Community grant to help secure The Site .

Built over three years by mostly retired men, the community group was formed to help older men overcome loneliness and improve their Mental Health .

The Men 's group have taken the rebuilding project as an opportunity to bond and utilise their skills.

Mike Somerton, chairman of the Cleveland Men's shed said: " Once we got over The Initial shock, we thought we enjoyed building it the First Time , and we'll enjoy building it bigger and better This Time . "

North Somerset Older People's Community Grant is a partnership between charities Quartet Community Foundation and St Monica's Trust.

The funds from the grant will help provide a gate, fencing, security and lighting and CCTV cameras to help make The Site secure.

Paul Ruddock , 60, has benefitted from the support The Group brings: " My dad is dying and I find it very difficult at The Moment .

" They cheer you up, you have banter with them, and it helps me emotionally. "

Brian Chislett, 83, says The Shed helps retired men regain The Experience of being at work.

" When men retire, they are so used to banter in their factories and offices, " said Mr Chislett.

" This gives them the chance to do it all over again.

" If you don't know where The Men 's shed is, Just Listen . You can hear the laughter coming from somewhere. "

Source of news: bbc.com