After a very professional warm-up (the Macarena), we headed to meet Karen from Pitsmoor Pickers. It was about 2k each way, and on the way there we took the scenic route by the River Don (thanks Michelle for the navigation help! We had about 45 minutes to clear up the area around Andover Street, and we all covered as much ground as possible. We got a good few big bags of rubbish and passersby/local residents often stopped to say thanks, which shows what an impact GoodGym has in the community ☺ Litter picking is often very addictive and the time speeds by, not only is it good exercise but its really satisfying to see a measurable difference with each object picked up (and often we conjure stories as to how bizarre objects could've ended up there in the first place!)

The nights are getting darker but GoodGym Sheffield is priveleged to be made up of some shining stars, no matter what the season 🌟

This was my 25th good deed with GoodGym, and I've loved every one! Thank you to every one who has supported me, mentored me, and been a great friend :)

We met up at The Showroom Cinema. We welcomed everyone and set off for the Heeley Green Community Garden. Upon arrival, we met with Fran Elliot who explained the tasks needed to spruce up the area. We all split up in various directions and worked hard, tackling a mix of weeding, tidying the garden area, litter picking, and trimming back some bushes and overgrown weeds. It was dry weather which made tidying up much easier. Altogether, we made a massive difference to this fantastic community garden for local residents to enjoy. A great team with excellent cooperation, chats, and hard work. Thank you to everyone who supported this session and continues to care for the community space.

Although this is Sheffield Goodgym's shortest run, it packs a tall - but enjoyable - task. The common thread project, held at the coworking space on Union Street, is flooded with clothes donations of all kinds, from accessories to baby clothes to jumpers and skirts. We joined other volunteers helping the project by sorting clothes into specific piles to later sort into charity packages ("is it a top or is it a dress?!!"). Aided by some coffee and biscuits, we got through the adult clothes quickly and then moved on to sorting the kids clothes into age order. Overall, the task was very fun and it's great to see a noticeable difference and think towards all the people and projects these clothes will be helping in the future