WHAT’S ON
COMMUNITY WORKSHOP AND
CREATIVE SPACE LOCATED
IN MANCHESTER’S MOSS SIDE
BoILER HOUSE
9 WILCOCK STREET
MANCHESTER M16 7DA
Chorlton Bike Deliveries
Monday- Friday 9am-5pm
Bee Pedal Ready
Various dates
Mushroom volunteering
Thursdays 10.30am - 2.30pm
Beginners DIY course
Various dates
woodworking group
what you’ll make
Shelving, wooden jewellery, tables and much more.
skills you’ll learn
You will learn key skills in woodworking, how to use hand and power
tools correctly and safely.
for more information
Please contact info@boilerhouse.org or call 0161 465 6954.
Volunteer
If you have specific skills in woodwork, or new skills to bring to the group
we would love to hear from you email info@boilerhouse.org.
Mondays - 9.30am-12.30am
BoILER HOUSE
9 WILCOCK STREET
MANCHESTER M16 7DA
Our Monday woodworking class combines set projects and
personal projects, peer led by a qualified joiner Steve and Ladislav.
These sessions are for people that have no previous experience
and are likely to need additional support.
As you work on your projects, you'll have the opportunity to
develop your skills in measuring, cutting, shaping, and joining
wood. You'll also learn about various woodworking tools and their
proper uses. The classes are free! If you would like to attend these
sessions please sign up here and come along! If you could also
complete a user form before attending that would be helpful, this is
for health and safety purposes and will need to be done before
using the wood workshop.
Thursdays - 1pm-4pm
suggested donation £3.00
Thursday classes are self directed and are better suited to people
that don’t need as much additional support or have previous
woodworking experience. For those that would like a space to work
on projects but also have the social element. Steve will be around
for any questions and occasional guidance.
If you could complete a user form before attending that would be
helpful. This is for health and safety purposes and will be needed
to done before using the workshop.
workshop induction
To use the power tools in the workshop you will need to have an
induction which is £20. This will cover all the power tools we have
in the workshop, how to use them safely and correct use of PPE.
Please get in touch to arrange this. If you plan on using only hand
tools, no induction is necessary.
Venue hire
Monday - Friday 9am-4.30pm
for more information
Please contact info@boilerhouse.org or call 0161 465 6954.
BoILER HOUSE
9 WILCOCK STREET
MANCHESTER M16 7DA
Looking for a unique, versatile space for your next event,
workshop, or creative project? The Boiler House offers a range of
affordable and inspiring spaces in the heart of Moss Side, perfect
for community events, creative projects, and private hire.
Whether you're running a workshop, hosting a meeting, or working
on a large-scale build, our facilities provide the ideal environment
to bring your ideas to life.
We have a large community room for hire (45m2), which is a
multifunctional space that can be used for meetings, group
sessions, workshops, co-working or creative collaborations. Prices
start from just £10 per hour. We also have the 100m2 hangar space
which is perfect for large-scale projects like set building, or
creating large pieces of furniture. Prices starting from £20 per
hour. You can request your booking using this form and emailing it
to info@boilerhouse.org.
Want to check out the space before booking? Have a look at our
hire guide or get in touch to arrange a visit.
whittling Group - £7.50
what you’ll make
Wooden spoons, knives and other items.
skills you’ll learn
You will learn key skills in green woodworking, how to use whittling tools
correctly and safely.
for more information
Please contact info@boilerhouse.org or call 0161 465 6954.
Volunteer
If you have specific skills in woodwork, or new skills to bring to the group
we would love to hear from you email info@boilerhouse.org.
Tuesdays 6pm-8pm
BoILER HOUSE
9 WILCOCK STREET
MANCHESTER M16 7DA
Discover the art of green wood whittling in our hands-on course,
led by Nick a qualified joiner and carpenter. Perfect for beginners
and enthusiasts alike, this course teaches you traditional carving
techniques using freshly cut, "green" wood.
Under the expert guidance, you'll learn how to safely handle
tools, shape wood into beautiful, functional items, and
appreciate the natural qualities of green wood. By the end of the
course, you'll have crafted your own unique pieces and gained
valuable skills to continue whittling at home.
Please get in touch with your phone number and we can add you
to the whittling What’s app group.
Precious Plastic
what you’ll make
Support us to make new products from 100% recycled plastics.
skills you’ll learn
How to process plastic waste, how to safely use the machinery,
how to create new products.
for more information
Please contact info@boilerhouse.org or call 0161 465 6954. To find
out more about the Precious Plastics community click here
Volunteer
If you have specific skills in this area to bring to the
group we would love to hear from you email info@boilerhouse.org.
BoILER HOUSE
9 WILCOCK STREET
MANCHESTER M16 7DA
Much of the UK’s plastic waste is dumped or transported
overseas, and causes huge environmental damage. For our
Precious Plastic project, we use machines and tools which grind,
melt, and inject plastic, allowing for the creation of new products
on a small scale at the Boiler House. We always use 100%
recycled plastic, and we can design and manufacture new
products using our equipment.
We also offer educational workshops on site so you can get hands on
with our machines and learn about plastic recycling. Help us by setting
up a plastic waste collection point in your home, school, or workspace.
Contact us to discuss the types of plastic that you can donate and help
to create a circular and sustainable economy.
Bee Pedal Ready
skills you’ll learn
How to ride, repair and maintain your bike.
for more information
Please contact beepedalready@gmail.com or visit their website
Volunteer
If you have specific skills in this area to bring to the group get in
touch with Bee Pedal Ready.
BoILER HOUSE
9 WILCOCK STREET
MANCHESTER M16 7DA
Part of the change, to diversify the cycling industry, in particular,
providing a space for women and girls to learn, repair and ride
bikes
Join Bee Pedal for various courses and training workshops at the
Boiler House. They also offer ride outs to help boost your
confidence out on the roads and bring people together!
Volunteer Fridays
every Friday 10.30am - 2.30pm
Returning on the 6th February
for more information
Please contact info@boilerhouse.org or call 0161 465 6954.
Volunteer
If you have specific skills in gardening or new skills to bring to the group we
would love to hear from you email info@boilerhouse.org.
BoILER HOUSE
9 WILCOCK STREET
MANCHESTER M16 7DA
Volunteering put simply is helping out, lending a hand, giving time to
help others. It is an amazing opportunity to meet new people, learn
new skills and get involved in your community or in the life of the city.
Anyone can volunteer here at the Boiler House, we do our very best to
provide a diversity of opportunities for people who want to get
involved including organic gardening, growing mushrooms in our lab,
and recycling and up-cycling plastic.
Whether you're looking for something specific, would like to support a
cause you really care about, or you are taking your first steps into the
world of volunteering, please complete the form here. We will add you
to our volunteering programme and provide you with regular email
updates. If you do decide to volunteer your time with us, you will
receive lunch and refreshments will be provided.
Skills You’ll learn
Our volunteer program will cover a variety of topics. You will learn
how to grow and look after mushrooms, how to grow organic fruit
and veg, how to process and work with recycled plastic and take part
in occasional off-site work within Manchester.
for more information
Please contact Mimi miandflow@gmail.com or Instagram @miandflow
You can pay via cash, bank transfer, or PayPal: PayPal.me/miandflowyoga
Volunteer
If you have specific skills in yoga or new skills to bring to the group we
would love to hear from you email info@boilerhouse.org.
BoILER HOUSE
9 WILCOCK STREET
MANCHESTER M16 7DA
Mi and flow yoga
Mondays +Thursdays 6.30-7.30pm
Join Mimi for community yoga classes at the Boiler House.
Classes are open to all levels, with modifications offered for
beginners to intermediate. Mats will be provided, bring some
comfy layers for the relaxation parts. First class £5 Subsequent
classes £7, spaces are limited so reserve a spot in advance you
can book on to a class here. Please cancel your booking if you
can no longer make it.
Skills You’ll learn
How to correctly move your body and hold yoga poses.
Beginners DIY course - Free
dates TBC
Skills You’ll learn
How to paint, tiling filling and sanding surfaces use power tools,
hand tools, general housing repairs
for more information
Please contact info@boilerhouse.org or call 0161 465 6954.
Volunteer
If you have specific skills in woodwork, DIY or new skills to bring
to the group we would love to hear from you.
BoILER HOUSE
9 WILCOCK STREET
MANCHESTER M16 7DA
Whether you’re a complete beginner or someone looking to
sharpen your skills, this hands-on course is designed to empower
you with practical DIY knowledge.
Over five weeks, our female instructor Maria will guide you through
essential techniques, from using basic tools and materials to
tackling common household repairs. You'll gain confidence in
woodwork, painting, and more, with plenty of opportunities to
practice in our fully equipped workshop. Come learn, create, and
connect with fellow DIY enthusiasts in a welcoming and
sustainable environment. To sign up for this course please
complete the following form
workbench hire
Workbenches in our woodworking workshop are available on a pay
as you go basis for hobbyists that want to get on with their own
projects. The workshop will be shared by a maximum of 4 people.
Our selection of woodwork tools includes a table saw,
a chop saw, track saw a router, cordless drills, and various hand
tools. It costs just £5 for half a day and £10 for the full day.
We require all pay as you go workshop users to have an induction
which costs £20 and lasts 2 hours this includes a short exam.
The induction covers how to use the tools safely without supervision.
what you’ll make
Work on any personal DIY and hobby woodwork projects.
skills you’ll learn
Attend our induction to equip you with all the skills you need
to use our tools.
for more information
Please contact info@boilerhouse.org or call 0161 465 6954.
Volunteer
If you would be interested in volunteering your time to help with
any other projects, we would love to hear from you.
available mon - fri 9am - 5pm
BoILER HOUSE
9 WILCOCK STREET
MANCHESTER M16 7DA
the bike workshop
Thursday + Friday 10.30am - 4pm
They have a number of volunteers and staff which enables them to
offer bike Repairs. They are a small social enterprise, meaning they
can keep costs low which means we are often much cheaper than high
street bike shops. The mechanics are trained to at least City and
Guilds Bike Maintenance Level 2.
BIKE SALES
Have a number of pre-loved bikes for sale which are sold
via their website and at the Boiler House weekly. They offer use
of a FREE hire bike for the period that your bike is in our workshop
for repair at no extra cost.
VOLUNTEER
If you would like to help at their pre-loved bike sales, in the workshop or,
helping with admin to help them grow, please get in touch.
for more information
For any enquires please contact Manchester cycling Academy directly
on 07731381792 for more information head over to their website.
BoILER HOUSE
9 WILCOCK STREET
MANCHESTER M16 7DA
On site at the Boiler House we have a bike workshop, run by
Manchester Cycling Academy, a provider of cycling education and
events. It’s a social enterprise which offers traditional bike shop
services, sells refurbished bikes, trains bike mechanics, runs bike
maintenance workshops and provides bike rentals.
boiler house
9 wilcock street
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sow the city
Sow the City is the Manchester based social enterprise that manages
the Boiler House. Established in 2009 we create greener cities.
Sow the City moved into the Boiler House in May 2018.
info@boilerhouse.org
+44 (0)161 465 6954
BoILER HOUSE
9 WILCOCK STREET
MANCHESTER M16 7DA
Welcome to Boiler House – a former district power station just a mile from
the middle of Manchester, re purposed as a centre for making and
mending. In the 1990s the Boiler House operated as a power station for
thousands of homes in Moss Side. In May 2019, Manchester-based social
enterprise Sow the City signed a 12-year lease on the building.
At the Boiler House we aim to provide free and low-cost use of tools,
equipment and space for people and be a catalyst for people to reach
their potential. Our classes are open to everyone even if they’ve never
picked up a paint brush or ever used a power tool. We employ workshop
leaders who are experts in their field. They provide information,
enthusiasm, and a safe environment for learning.
We run a variety of community workshops, providing skills for
employment, improving health and well being, developing a circular
economy, and promoting gender and race equality.
Our centre provides space for people of all ages and backgrounds to work
together and participate in practical hands-on ways to shape their lives
and communities. This could be as simple as making planters for growing
veg at home, or as complex as developing collaborative art, or designing
and fabricating new products. We believe everyone can participate given
the right encouragement and support.
Our space
The Boiler House venue can be hired for events, meeting and workshops.
Our workshops have fully customizable workshop space with three phase
supply in the hangar and workshop 1. We have a range of equipment for
hire and technical support available if required.
Workshop 1: Multi use workshop (45m²) - available.
Workshop 2: Multi use workshop (25m²). - currently unavailable
Workshop 3 and 4: micro enterprise units (20 m²) - currently unavailable
Woodwork shop (20m²) - available
The Hangar (100m²) for larger events and workshops. - available
A large space with a seating capacity of up to 40 people and standing
capacity for around 100.
For more information, see our Hire Guide and contact us at
info@boilerhouse.org or submit your enquiry using the form below.
boiler house
9 wilcock street
manchester m16 7da
info@boilerhouse.org
+44 (0)161 465 6954
BoILER HOUSE
9 WILCOCK STREET
MANCHESTER M16 7DA
boiler house
9 wilcock street
manchester m16 7da
info@boilerhouse.org
+44 (0)161 465 6954
BoILER HOUSE
9 WILCOCK STREET
MANCHESTER M16 7DA
Chortlon Bike deliveries
Monday-Friday 9am-5pm
for more information
You can contact Chorlton Bike Deliveries directly through their website.
Volunteer
If you have time to help as a volunteer they would love to hear from you!
Contact us for more
information
info@boilerhouse.org
+44 (0)161 465 6954
visit us on facebook
visit us on instagram
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BoILER HOUSE
9 WILCOCK STREET
MANCHESTER M16 7DA
Chorlton Bike Deliveries are more than just a bike delivery
service…They are a collective of people with a shared vision – to
make our community a happier, healthier, and more
compassionate place to live.
Use bikes to create positive change in society
Support the interests of local people and businesses
Good for the planet, furthering sustainability and green
ambitions
Creating jobs for young people that pay a living wage.
They deliver a smile and human connection in every single
journey, and their services are ever-expanding as our network of
partners continues to grow.
From helping those in need by delivering to local food banks, to
working with the NHS and local businesses – no job is too big or
small for our growing team of riders and expanding fleet of cargo
bikes. They are unlocking more potential with every new
opportunity that comes their way – both within Chorlton and
beyond.
boiler house
9 wilcock street
manchester m16 7da
info@boilerhouse.org
+44 (0)161 465 6954
BoILER HOUSE
9 WILCOCK STREET
MANCHESTER M16 7DA
boiler house tote bag
100% organic cotton tote bag.
Off-white, with red detailing.
Boiler House logo on front and tools on back.
£5.00
boiler house t-shirt
100% organic cotton, climate neutral T-shirt.
Pale yellow with red detailing.
A variety of sizes are available.
£10.00
shop
If you would like to purchase any of these items please get in
touch or pop in. All profits from sales support community
projects and workshops held at the Boiler House.
Boiler House moss side print
A3 Lithographic Pantone colour print.
Vibrant blue and orange. £15 with a frame.
Beautiful quality print, add a splash of colour to any room!
£8.00
boiler house note book
A5 Matt blue 350gsm soft cover notebook.
90gsm plain white paper.
Great quality, bold graphic cover.
£5.00
large Beech chopping board
Handmade by Boiler House members.
length 42cm width 23cm.
Fantastic quality.
Small beech chopping board
Handmade by Boiler House members.
length 26.5 cm width 17.5 cm
Fantastic quality.
Idea for a cheese board.
repair café - free
Last Saturday of every month
10am - 12pm
A Repair Café is a meeting place open to everyone, where people
can bring damaged or broken items (electrical items, clothes,
furniture, bikes) and have experts help to fix them for free.
You don’t need to be ‘handy’, just turn up on the day with your
broken item. It’s not just about fixing things it’s about reducing
waste and building a community.
what you’ll make
Bring along your own broken items from home or work and our
volunteer fixers will mend them.
skills you’ll learn
Fixing household items.
for more information
Contact info@boilerhouse.org or call 0161 465 6954. To find out about
your other local Repair Cafés check out Recycle for Greater Manchester
Repair Directory
Volunteer
If you have time to help as a volunteer fixer we would love to
hear from you! Please contact info@boilerhouse.org
Contact us for more
information
info@boilerhouse.org
+44 (0)161 465 6954
visit us on facebook
visit us on instagram
visit us on twitter
BoILER HOUSE
9 WILCOCK STREET
MANCHESTER M16 7DA
Mushroom volunteering
starting 5th March 10.30am - 2.30pm
what you’ll make
Leave with an inoculated substrate, materials, and a detailed information
to continue your mushroom-growing journey.
skills you’ll learn
The biology of mushrooms and their role in ecosystems, Selecting
and sourcing the best mushroom strains, preparing and sterilizing
substrates, Inoculation techniques, creating the ideal growing
environment, harvesting, storing, and using your mushrooms.
for more information
Contact info@boilerhouse.org or call 0161 465 6954.
Volunteer
If you have time to help with in our mushroom lab we would love to
hear from you! Please contact info@boilerhouse.org.
Contact us for more
information
info@boilerhouse.org
+44 (0)161 465 6954
visit us on facebook
visit us on instagram
visit us on twitter
BoILER HOUSE
9 WILCOCK STREET
MANCHESTER M16 7DA
Discover the fascinating world of fungi through our hands on 10
week mushroom volunteering program. Whether you’re a
complete beginner or already passionate about mycology, this
course will teach you the full cycle of mushroom cultivation, from
spore to storage.
Participants will learn practical skills including:
•
Growing gourmet mushrooms such as oyster mushrooms
and lion’s mane
•
Operating and maintaining a mycology lab, including sterile
techniques and equipment handling
•
Drying and storing harvested mushrooms for long term use
•
Creating tinctures and extracts
•
Inoculation techniques for starting new mushroom cultures
and substrates
Our program is designed not only to educate, but also to build a
community. We are especially looking for volunteers who are
interested in returning after the course, to continue supporting
and caring for our lab. Your ongoing involvement helps us
maintain a thriving, sustainable mushroom-growing project. To
register your interest please follow the link and complete the form.
Oyster mushrooms for sale
£12 per KG
Grown right here at the Boiler House, our oyster mushrooms are
cultivated with care in our state of the art mushroom lab. Known
for their delicate flavour, meaty texture, and versatility, these
mushrooms are perfect for everything from gourmet dishes to
everyday meals.
Sustainably produced and harvested at peak freshness, they’re a
delicious and eco-friendly choice for your kitchen. Experience the
difference of locally grown, lab crafted mushrooms! Get in touch
to see if we have any ready to purchase.
Women’s Shed - free
new dates to be announced soon
what you’ll make
Shelves, small pieces of furniture Including stools, tables, and
benches. Garden planters: Perfect for outdoor spaces or windowsills.
skills you’ll learn
How to create new pieces using hand tools and power tools. Build
confidence in completing home improvement tasks.
for more information
Contact info@boilerhouse.org or call 0161 465 6954.
Volunteer
If you have time to help at the Boiler House we would love to
hear from you! Please contact info@boilerhouse.org
Contact us for more
information
info@boilerhouse.org
+44 (0)161 465 6954
visit us on facebook
visit us on instagram
visit us on twitter
BoILER HOUSE
9 WILCOCK STREET
MANCHESTER M16 7DA
The Women’s Shed at The Boiler House is a dynamic and inclusive
space where women can come together to learn new skills,
express their creativity, and build meaningful connections.
Whether you're a seasoned DIY enthusiast or a complete
beginner, the Women’s Shed offers a welcoming environment to
explore woodworking through a 10 week course.
It’s the perfect place to expand your abilities. From basic
carpentry to more advanced techniques, our experienced female
instructor Maria will guide you every step of the way. You’ll leave
with practical skills you can use in your own home and a sense of
pride in what you’ve created.
Learn how to safely use tools, from hand saws to power drills,
while creating your own projects. Whether you're crafting a simple
shelf or a more complex piece, our sessions cater to all skill levels
and encourage personal growth and creativity.
To register your interest please follow this link and complete the
form.
