Biodiversity heroes needed 🦸🏽‍♀️🌿 Bash the burdock BEFORE it gets nasty @ Elthorne Park 💥

❓ What Are We Doing?

Ealing Rangers would welcome some help improving the biodiversity of Elthorne Park by tackling the unruly burdock. Left unchecked, it can quickly overtake large areas, preventing other plants from thriving. Later in the season, it also produces sticky burrs that cling to dogs’ fur, clothes, and even GoodGymers’ hair! Luckily, the burrs haven’t appeared yet — so it’s the perfect time to attack and curb the invasive plants before they become a nuisance. We’ll be digging, chopping, and collecting burdock to help keep balance to the area.

🕑 When and Where? 📍

The Run

• 🕑 18:45
• 📍 Ealing Broadway Station
• 🏃 3.5 km one way

No Running? No Problem! 🧙

• 🕑 19:10
• 📍 in Elthorne Park by the Trumpers Way entrance (map)
• 🚴‍♀️ You can make your own way by cycling or walking
• 🗣️ Comment below if you're meeting us at the task

🎒 What Do I Need To Bring?

• gardening gloves
• clothes with long sleeves and legs if you don't want to get stung or scratched by nettles or brambles

FAQ

Not sure you'll keep up? GoodGym is for everyone (18+). Whether you've never run before, or are chasing a marathon PB, you are 100% welcome. We always have a back-marker so no one gets left behind.

If you're not comfortable running, you can also meet us at the task location in the description.

What if I'm not a runner? 70% of GoodGym members start as non-runners so if you're new to this kind of thing you will be supported by people who are all on the same journey. 👍

What do I need to wear? Most of us wear gym/running gear but this isn't required, so wear whatever you're comfortable working in. Make sure you're prepared for the weather.

Is there a bag drop? No, we don't have a bag drop or changing facilities. If you're running to the task, please only bring what you are comfortable running with.

Do I need to know how to weed/marshal/make clothing packs/etc.? No, not at all. We have someone experienced to guide you at the task, either from the organisation that we're helping or one of our own task leaders.

Don't feel like you're fit enough? Our tasks are simple and fun. There are easy jobs as well as more challenging things for those who want a workout! The choice is always yours.