It was fab to welcome back Tracey for our task this evening, after a break away from GoodGym. We made our way to St Faith's, and got straight to work with litter picking, lopping and sweeping.

Tracey and The Katies took on litter picking, Our team and managed to put together the best part of a full outfit with their finds - pants, trousers, a sock and a glove, as well as coat hanger to display them all!

Team Dave were in lopping duty, tidying up the brambles and budlia round the front of the church. Dave spent as much time in the bag of cuttings as he did out of it.

Jim helped David from the church with clearing the side path. They made such a difference I didn't recognise the place when I walked back through at the end of the task.

There was quite a lot of Double Trouble tonight, especially when the we included the church volunteers too! Two Katies, two Jens and in impressive three Davids. We very much enjoyed some tea, squash and biscuits before heading back to FCC. And we also learned plenty about looking after snakes 🐍 - fortunately we didn't come across any in the church yard.

This week we've seen lots of activities for Diabetes Awareness Week, demonstrating true GoodGym spirit in the fight against diabetes.

Some of us opted for walks, whilst others opted for runs, and some bike rides too! A huge shout out to Tracey in demonstrating true warrior spirit, and to Lucy and Abby who took part in the Hoppit Half Marathon and Marathons.

Well done everyone. It's so good to see you all moving and making the most of the week!

Portsmouth had the privilege hosting this year's UK pride event. GG team helped marshall the parade. Whilst Harry carried a huge trans flag. Whilst pride is a celebration, CP the event organisers made an incredible speech to remind us all the importance of the protest and standing as part of or allies of the LGBTQ+ community. GG Portsmouth is full of an incredible bunch of diverse lovely people.

How do you lose just one shoe or boot? It happens so often in our parks and green spaces 🧐

We found two on this sunny litterpick as well as food waste and paper from the nearby big billboard.