Chippin’ In

12 Goodgymers helped their local community in Lewisham
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Lewisham

Monday 3rd April 2023

Report written by Kim Parker

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It was beautiful sunshine for our first visit back to Senior's garden and there were plenty of tasks for us to be getting on with, we just had to tackle the hills to get there!

First up, we had to measure for a new polytunnel - I don't think we have any polytunnel measuring qualifications but we did our best to get accurate measurements including squeezing between the polytunnel and the wall.

Next up, we had to take the old woodchip off the paths in the polytunnel and replace with new woodchip that was in the car park at the front. Time for a good old fashioned GoodGym chain of one group wheeling the woodchip and another replacing the woodchip in the polytunnel.

We also had a team planting lemon balm that will be sold at upcoming plant sales.

Another team turning the compost pile and last but by no means least, Julian and Vic cleared the weeds from the path leading to the garden.

With the giant pile of compost moved, it was time to down tools and head up and over Blythe Hill Fields back to Glass Mill.

Don't forget - next week we are meeting at 18.30 and it's a bank holiday so Glass Mill will be closed.


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Seniors
A hive of activity housed in a fairy-tail mansion in Lewisham

This beautiful building is home to many activities for over 50s. There is a cafe, meeting rooms, a theatre space and a huge garden.

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Attendees
Lindsay Ramsey
Grace Tribe
Julian Osman
Adam Letch
Sarah Hornsey
Vic
Kim Parker
Steve Lee
Tom Bigglestone
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Lewisham

Volunteering *and Pacing* at Hilly Fields Parkrun!
🗓Saturday 8:40am

Parkruns are 100% volunteer operated and always looking for helpful people (GoodGym people!) to fill volunteer roles every weekend.

Steve Lee
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