The Silvers' Workshop
Also known as: Reading Men's Shed
The Silvers Workshop provides a workshop with wood and metal-working tools where older men can come to make and mend things and socialise and enjoy the camaraderie of work without the pressures. We are based in Reading in Berkshire and membership is available to men in the vicinity of Reading, Wokingham, West Berkshire and Bracknell Forest.
Activities & Mission
The Silvers Workshop provides a workshop with wood and metal-working tools where older men can come to make and mend things and socialise and enjoy the camaraderie of work without the pressures. We are based in Reading in Berkshire and membership is available to men in the vicinity of Reading, Wokingham, West Berkshire and Bracknell Forest.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Information
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £22,348 | £15,130 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £32,148 | £17,219 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £23,979 | £12,507 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2022 | £15,736 | £13,641 | 0 / 45 | |||
| 2021 | £11,739 | £14,338 | 0 / 30 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Silvers' Workshop
What does The Silvers' Workshop do?
The Silvers Workshop provides a workshop with wood and metal-working tools where older men can come to make and mend things and socialise and enjoy the camaraderie of work without the pressures. We are based in Reading in Berkshire and membership is available to men in the vicinity of Reading, Wokingham, West Berkshire and Bracknell Forest.
How much income did The Silvers' Workshop report in 2025?
The Silvers' Workshop reported total income of £22k and reported expenditure of £15k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Silvers' Workshop registered as a charity?
The Silvers' Workshop was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 November 2014 as charity number 1159283. It has been registered for 12 years.
Who runs The Silvers' Workshop?
The Silvers' Workshop is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Stuart James Freebody. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Silvers' Workshop operate?
The Silvers' Workshop operates across 6 areas, including Bracknell Forest, Hampshire, Oxfordshire and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Silvers' Workshop a registered charity?
Yes — The Silvers' Workshop is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1159283.
Details
37 Hilcot Road
READING
RG30 2SX
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- Reading Men's Shed
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- 14 May 2026
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