Despite seasonal sickness taking out some of our sign ups, we had a great turn out for a festive favourite.... decorating the Baffins Pond Association compound.

Tinsel was added to anything we could attach it to, stone animals were decorated, baubles were hung on branches. Four large storage boxes of decorations were emptied in the process and now Christmas has arrived in sparkling glory in Baffins.

🏆 Most improved decorator award goes to Felix who found presents for the animals and was a willing helper to Maxine in between having chats with Jane!

🌟 Best GG promoter award goes to Judy who went all out to let people know about our festive tasks and key January Challenge dates. Let's keep the secret of the other award Judy could've won.... But the health and safety warning is don't rely on a bush to support you when hanging decorations.

🍫 Most appreciated award to Vicki for providing us with sweet treats to keep the energy up.

A great evening had by all. The festive season is officially open. Merry Christmas 🎄 🎁 🌟🧑‍🎄

Today we litter-picked in two shifts:

Shift 1 was Katie CR, Louisa & Judy - successfully clearing litter from Car Park 2 at Farlington Marshes.

Shift 2 was Yvonne, Judy and new GG member Lisa . Lisa has previously joined us for a beach clean, but this was her first official task, already wearing the GG t shirt (give her a cheer!) We cleared Car Park 1.

Result: some thank-yous from Sunday walkers, and 2 bags & a purple bucket of recycling, as well as several huge bags of rubbish.

Well done, shift workers!