The Walden Shed CIC
Young people engage in practical, hands-on activity, skill building, responsibility, and relationship-based work. This is not about fixing young people, but about creating the conditions where they can rebuild confidence, trust, and a sense of belonging. Beyond the Shed, supported pathways are developed into work experience during school holidays, time spent with local trades or farms, and introductions to real working environments. Over time, these relationships can develop into apprenticeships, employment opportunities, or long-term mentoring.
In-person
Further info
The long-term aim is for young people to move from being seen as a problem within the community to becoming contributors to it — and eventually mentors themselves.
The Walden Shed is a referral-only project. It is not open access, and young people cannot self-refer. Referrals are accepted from professionals and services who already know the young person and understand their level of need. This model allows appropriate safeguarding oversight, shared information, and accountability.The project works with small numbers of young people at any one time, allowing consistent relationships, clear boundaries, and high standards of safeguarding and care.
Who can use this service?
Young People aged 11yrs - 17yrs.
Referrals from professioanls only
How are services delivered?
In-Person
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