***Last night we headed to Beaufort Primary School in Goldsworth Park to help clear some raised beds ready for planting vegetables .*

Wayne, James, Lauren, Katie, Kirsty and I met next to the canal to head out for a 3km run to Beaufort Primary School. With Wayne on his bike leading the way and clearing the path. Thank you to James for being a super back marker.

James was determined to get a new fast segment time along the bridge, with Kirsty close behind.

We were greeted by Hannah and Lauren at Beaufort Primary. Lauren a reception teacher at school showed us the task, we were to clear four large raised beds ready to be topped up with new compost and then after the Easter Holidays they were then going to be planted with some vegetables. We all got to work quickly and in no time the beds were cleared, Wayne brought along some tangy treats for everyone, which were enjoyed and much needed by all.

It was then time to head back down the canal. The path had been taken over by lots of toads, they didn't seem to care about being in the way and stopping in the middle of path. So the extra task was to look out for shiny eyes reflecting on the torch. A big well done to everyone for turning up... I know the weather was tempting to turn back around.

Next week we are joining the run company for a litter pick - please the time is slightly early.

Surrey Half Marathon… 🏃🏼‍♂️

This morning was the day of the Surrey Half Marathon its great to have this iconic race in our home Town and it was wonderful seeing so many familiar faces taking part as well as volunteering.

I myself didn’t participate today as was not 100% fit but I did manage to run 14k this morning to the event where I along with Anne carried out volunteering duties as well as support and cheer Goodgym runners James, Adam, and Andy.😄

The atmosphere at the event was amazing with plenty of food stalls as well as a band providing entertainment. In total there was about 4,000 runners who took part this morning the Half Marathon and the 5k.

The 5k runners began at 8am, and I must say there were some pretty quick runners. Just before the Half started all runners gathered around the stage for energetic warm up this certainly got the crowd going. 💪🏼

After the warm up all runners gathered at the start line and off they went. The weather was perfect for a run this morning.

James finished with a time of 1hr 46 and considering he’s just recovered from a injury this was very impressive.Andy also did an amazing time 1hr 46 with Adam coming in 1hr 47. Fantastic times by the Goodgym Crew.

Hopefully next year I will take part as the whole event looked amazing with plenty of support along the streets of woking. Well Done Everyone…. 👏🏻