On a sunny Saturday morning 8 Goodgymers helped the Friends of James Stuart Garden to prepare to welcome new visitors as the greenspace opens its doors as part of Norwich Community Garden Festival. We cleared some weeds to make space for some new planting and removed some brambles that were starting to creep in. We were also treated to a cuppa and a biscuit after our digging efforts.

A delightful afternoon spent clearing the first half of Mr D's garden. It was full of weeds on both sides and took some serious attacking to get clear. A whole industrial bag full.

Mr D. was initially quite quiet but by the end came out and had a good chat with me, I think the garden clearing really helped him feel more relaxed, he was straight on the phone as I left telling people about how he could access his shed now.

over 400 people including 6 tourists, sunny morning, full rota of volunteers, what a morning. well done everyone

A nice task in the sun trimming back a wild privet at the edge of Mrs. A’s garden.

Mrs A was delighted with the result and it took nearly two garden bins to fit the cuttings in.

For the benefit of the pun the privet has been named Ryan

Tonight 9 GoodGymer's ran or cycled 4km to support St Matthew's Church. It was our first visit here, and the route included a jog up Gas Hill!

Once we arrived Reverend Patrick showed us the tools and asked if there were any 'Happy choppers'? Which at GoodGym the answer is always yes!

He directed us to the overgrown areas of the car park, and the borders in front of the church, and we got to work clearing weeds and brambles so that the entrance signs could be seen more clearly.

Also inside the church an Easter display needed dismantling, including a number of large stones to be carrier back into the garden. In no time at all, both tasks were completed with a sense of satisfaction comparing the before and after photos... We were also offered refreshments of tea & biscuits!

Shout outs to Francesca for completing her 10th task, and Emily reaching 100 Good Deeds!! Marvelous work everyone.

a lovely sunny morning for junior parkrunners enjoying the great out doors and one received their marathon wristband a fabulous achievement.