THE Showmen’s Guild – which operates Bridgwater Fair – has donated £200 to the town mayor’s charity for 2025.

Cllr Kathy Pearce, the current Mayor of Bridgwater, selected the Bridgwater Men’s Shed as her chosen charity for the year and the guild made the donation during the 2025 fair, which ran in September.

Presenting the cheque to representatives of the Men’s Shed, Cllr Pearce said: “This generous donation from the Showmen’s Guild will be put to great use.

“The Bridgwater Men’s Shed does fantastic work bringing people together, combating isolation, and encouraging skill-sharing within our community.”

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Bridgwater Men’s Shed provides “a safe, friendly, and inclusive environment where people can come together to work on practical projects, share skills, and enjoy companionship”.

“By promoting a sense of purpose and community, the Shed helps to reduce loneliness and improve wellbeing across Bridgwater and the surrounding area,” a spokesperson said.

“The Shed welcomes people of all backgrounds and skill levels. Whether it’s woodwork, repairs, community projects, or simply a chat over a cup of tea, members are encouraged to participate at their own pace and in their own way.”

Bridgwater Men’s Shed is open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 10am to 3pm (excluding Bank Holidays) at The Canal Workshop, Canal View, Old Taunton Road, Bridgwater, TA6 3NS.

For more information about Bridgwater Men’s Shed and how to get involved, visit slamshed.org.

Mayor of Bridgwater, Cllr Kathy Pearce, gives a thumbs up to the fair proceedings. Picture: Bridgwater Town Council