Preparation for the UPGarden
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About this session
A welcome return to the wonderful UpGarden an old disused laundry area which has been given a new lease of life.
Task TBC
If you're new to GoodGym or to our group in Newham, for our Group Runs we meet just inside the entrance to the Aquatics Centre at 18:45 - just look out for anyone in a red t-shirt and come and say hello. We love to meet new people! You're welcome to run at whatever pace you feel comfortable and there are always back markers to make sure no one is left behind.
There are toilets at the Aquatics Centre, but currently no bag drop facilities.
The run from the Aquatics Centre to the UpGarden is about 2 miles each way, but you are also welcome to meet us at the task - we should be there by 19:15 and the address is:
The Up Garden
Eric Close
Forest Gate
E7 0AY
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This task supports
Community garden and play space to encourage inter-generational socialisation and education on gardening, biodiversity and eco-sustainability
We are transforming a 900sqm disused laundry yard in a council housing estate into a free-to-access community garden and play space focussing on upcycled materials. It will be a place for everyone to learn about gardening, biodiversity and eco-sustainability in a social environment, whilst the open play space will include play equipment that – unlike typical playgrounds – has multiple uses to encourage creative interaction. Together, they provide different levels of exercise, and the opportunity for our younger and older generations to socialise outdoors, improving physical and mental health.
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This is a GoodGym group run. You'll meet other GoodGymers at the start location and run to the task together. If you can't run for more than 15 minutes without stopping or you're worried about any aspect of the session, contact us by email at newham@goodgym.org.
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