Wall prep for Withington Walls

We have been asked by Ed at Withington Walls if we can help clear a space, wall, and alleyway in Withington in preparation for some street art in the near future, as a few artists have shown interest.

Meeting point is on Wilmslow Road, What3words: ///focus.bottom.tools if you prefer to meet directly at the task for 6pm. If you wish to join a jog from nearer the city centre, please let me know by email or in the comments section on this listing (likely 3-4 km from Oxford Road).

The alleyway needs to be swept clear, vegetation removed from base of wall, walls given a bit of a brush down for loose material, and then a coat or two of masonry paint.

Most equipment (e.g. poles and rollers and skillets and plenty of paint) will be provided, but if you have any gardening gloves or small garden tools, please bring them along.

About Withington Walls

Connecting artists with spaces, and people with places. Withington Walls is a grassroots street art project bringing colour, creativity and conversation to the streets of Withington. We work with artists and local people and businesses to paint shutters and walls turning neglected or unloved surfaces into public artworks. The project is volunteer-led, relying on donations and grants, collaboration and shared ideas rather than commercial commissions. The result is a free, open-air gallery that everyone can enjoy.

About GoodGym

We're a friendly and social group who combine exercise with helping out in the local community. We meet every week to get active and do a physical task to help the charities and community organisations and projects across the Manchester region.

The Run/Walk/Cycle

GoodGym is for everyone. We welcome runners of all abilities. We always have a back-marker so no-one is left behind - we're about achieving something together so you'll always be welcome no matter what your pace is.

Dress appropriately for outdoor conditions. Hi-vis and lights as the evenings are getting darker.