Despite the freezing temperatures and full darkness, last night’s session was the brilliant example of what GoodGym is all about.

We were out supporting the Friends of Harwood & Longsight Park, helping to make the park safer for everyone by installing motorcycle prohibition signs on existing waymarker posts. Armed with screws, glue, and plenty of enthusiasm, we worked our way through the park, attaching the signs before moving on to the next location.

It was great to welcome Israt along for her very first GoodGym session, jumping straight in and getting stuck into the task. We were also joined by Jane Wilcock from the Friends of Longsight & Harwood Park, who was completing her second GoodGym session. Jane doubled up as our guide for the evening, sharing fascinating insights into the park’s history and wildlife as we moved between jobs.

The atmosphere was pretty special: owls hooting overhead, badgers rustling in the undergrowth, and the steady babble of Bradshaw Brook providing the soundtrack to our work. Even in the dark and cold, Longsight Park showed off its character and charm.

A big thanks to everyone who came along, and to the Friends of Harwood & Longsight Park for the warm welcome (even if the weather didn’t quite get the memo).