GoodGym x Friday Night Lights: Tower of London community garden

Be part of a massive eco-renovation project


Location
Borough Yards (outside Everyman Cinema)
Stoney St
London
SE1 9AD
Date and time
09:45 - 11:45
Saturday, 5th of April 2025


A few weeks ago GoodGym and Friday Night Lights started a massive project in the heart of London, right next to the Tower of London. We prepared the site by digginfg out 5 huge planters ready for trees to be planted.

Michael, from Grounded Ecotherapy who runs the site, said:

'I wanted to start by saying a huge thank you to Goodgym who joined us last Saturday at Tower Hill. It was an absolute pleasure to host them all and, as usual, they didn’t disappoint! They all absolutely smashed stage 1 which involved moving soil and materials onto the terrace and then digging out the 5 large planters.'

Now it is time for the next part. Here is challenge from Michael:

'We would like to invite you all back for stage 2 of the job, which will involve digging out the rest of the planters on the perimeter of the terrace. These are smaller planters but more of them in number. I have no doubt that your crew will rise to the challenge again. So, over to you. Let us have as many people as you can get'

I reckon we need 80 people signed up: are you up to the challenge?

We'll be meeting again in London Bridge before running around 4km to the Tower of London. This will be a great leg and arm workout. The best way to start the weekend!

What is GoodGym?

Want to do something useful with your exercise? GoodGym is no ordinary gym. We're a group of people who get fit by doing good - helping out local charities and community groups with physical jobs like shifting compost and planting trees.

FAQ

Not sure you'll keep up? GoodGym is for everyone (18+). Whether you've never run before, or are chasing a marathon PB, you are 100% welcome. We always have a back-marker so no one gets left behind.

70% of GoodGym members start as non-runners so if you're new to this kind of thing you will be supported by people who are all on the same journey. 👍

What do I need to wear? Most of us wear gym/running gear. Make sure you're prepared for the weather.

Don't feel like you're fit enough? Our tasks are simple and fun. There are easy jobs as well as more challenging things for those who want a workout! The choice is always yours.



Who's going

  • ALICIA
  • Miss Erayna Spencer
  • Maria-Magdalena Manolova
  • Anna Leonidou
  • Scott Riley
  • Lambeth runner
  • Rebecca Peck
  • Sevgi Kaya
  • Agata Zuzanna Stadnik
  • Sid
  • Martin
  • Sophie
  • David Pigram
  • Emma
  • Elif Guvencer
  • Leanne
  • Laura Grant
  • Emma Keen
  • Southwark runner
  • Alice Tan
  • Ivo

Discussion

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Southwark

New to GoodGym?

This is a GoodGym group run, where we run to help a local community organisation and then run back.

New GoodGymers are welcome to GoodGym group runs - no one gets left behind. You're unlikely to be alone, hundreds of new people sign up every week.

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Location
Borough Yards (outside Everyman Cinema)
Stoney St
London
SE1 9AD
Date and time
09:45 - 11:45
Saturday, 5th of April 2025


Walkable

You will be able to join a group walking to the task if you'd prefer not to run.

Options are available to run between 4km and 4km in total

Remember that we run/walk to and from the task, so you'll only be running/walking for half this distance in one go.

This is a standard GoodGym group run. If you're worried about any aspect of the session, contact us.

Ideal for beginners

Borough Yards (outside Everyman Cinema)
Stoney St
London
SE1 9AD


Anastasia Hancock
Led by Anastasia Hancock

Area Activator for Wandsworth and Hounslow. All things running. For fitness, fun, racing and to feel good - and for everybody!


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Age Restriction

GoodGym welcomes anyone aged 18 or over. If you are under 18 then you will be unable to participate in any GoodGym activity

Make sure you've read our general guidelines for safety when running and at a task.

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