Help clear weeds to return access to garden

Stop. Bramble time!!

A one off side-mission on Friday 25 July 2025

We'll be GoodGymming with Alison from the Independent Living Agency to help clear overgrown weeds and brambles from a side-alley - which are currently preventing Jacqui from accessing her garden.

Our group sessions are open to everyone - if you're new to GoodGym please sign up and come along - we are inclusive and friendly, and we'll be pleased to see you!!

No previous gardening experience necessary. All tools, gloves, and guidance provided..

🧤 What We’ll Do

• Cut back weeds and brambles (using tools and gloves provided.

• Put cuttings in bags

• Move bags to end of alley ready for collection Clearing and weeding areas of the garden

🕕 Timings

• 3.45– 4pm – meet outside Barking Station ready to leave at 4pm for a gentle 1-mile jog to the task location. We're a friendly and inclusive group and we never leave anyone behind :)

• 4.15 – 4.20 - intro & safety briefing.

• 4.20 – 4.55 – Task time!

• 4.55 – 5.00 – Wrap-up and high fives

• 5:00 – Finish

👉 If you want to meet us at the task, please head to the entrance of Greatfield Park on corner of Movers Lane and Alfred's Way (A13) and we'll meet you there at 4.15!

🌞 Why It Matters

Jacqui needs to access her garden to enjoy and maintain it. Being older and more isolated - being able to use thier garden again will have a huge impact!

👋 Who You’ll Meet

• Alison, project lead from Independent Living Agency

Come along for a relaxed and friendly volunteering session – no experience needed, just bring your energy and community spirit!

I hope to see you there!

Steven