Making guitars in our community workshop
Everyone is welcome to volunteer with Pi Guitars, where we handcraft high-quality guitars in a supportive workshop environment. Designed especially for those struggling with anxiety and mental health challenges, our workshop helps volunteers develop new skills, build confidence, and gain valuable experience. One person who came to help out wrote the following -
“After suffering from severe work burnout and subsequent a huge loss of confidence, I found the men’s shed and volunteering on the pi guitars to be incredibly beneficial in restoring my mental health and self esteem.
I didn’t know what to expect, and had no experience in woodwork or guitars; but that didn’t matter, because everyone was so welcoming and supportive that it didn’t take long to learn and thrive. The whole environment gave me occupation of mind, banter, deep focus and thoughtfulness - without which I would not have been back in a new job within ten weeks.
I’m hugely grateful to Gavin, Pam, Kam, Rich and their long-term volunteers for getting me out of my shell, and resetting my outlook on life. The whole set-up was a total game changer for me and my return to full strength.
Many, many thanks, Mike”
Pi GuitarsOur handmade guitars for sale
We craft high-quality guitars using recycled and locally sourced wood, handmade Bare-Knuckle pickups, and top-class hardware. Some of the guitars we make are for sale , examples are below. Contact us for details or to arrange a visit. If you’d like a custom guitar, we can also build one to your specifications, even using your own special wood. Have a look on the news page to see the one we made for Andrew in memory of his father.
For more information, call Pam on 07971 737626.
