A successful woodwork project at Abacus Sevenoaks has become so popular, it is now open for a third day during the week.

Sevenoaks Men's Shed

In 2016 West Kent partnered with Men's Shed, Kent division, to run the woodwork project at our Abacus warehouse in Sevenoaks. But, despite its name, you don't have to be a man to attend.

The Men's Sheds Association was originally set up as a meeting place for retired men. Research found that men’s social and support networks usually revolve around work and when they retire this network can change or vanish completely, leading to social isolation and loneliness. The Sheds are set up across the country for a variety of activities including model making, gardening, carpentry, bike refurbishment and woodwork. 



If you are interested in what’s on offer at your local shed just pop along and get involved. Go to the Kent Shed website to find out what’s near you

Sevenoaks Men's Shed, Abacus                                                               
Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 10am-2pm.         

Find the warehouse

 

Our annual reports and accounts: Investing in homes, supporting communities 

We’ve published our annual report and accounts for 2024/25 and it reflects a year of meaningful progress, shaped by our commitment to putting residents first. 

 

West Kent Housing Association announces CEO successor

Following the announcement in April that our CEO Tracy Allison was planning to retire we’re pleased to share that Ian Joynson has been appointed as the next Chief Executive of West Kent Housing Association, joining in early 2026.