Maintaining a clean and welcoming towpath

Teaming up with Canal and River Trust


Location
Date and time
10:30 - 12:00
Friday, 6th of February 2026
Who this task will support
Canals and Rivers Trust
Rubbish collection, Graffiti removal and bankside weeding

Please note that this group run has been cancelled.

We’ll be teaming up with Canal & River Trust to help keep the tow paths tidy and litter free. We will meet Rich from Canal and River Trust at the access point at Wolsey Chimney on Wolsey Island in Belgrave Leicester.

A few tips- 1. There is plenty of on-street parking on Pescall Boulevard and surrounding area.

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  2. All tools and safety equipment will be provided, please bring your own garden gloves if you wish to wear gloves.

  3. No running required for this task, we meet at the task to give the task the time it needs. We do encourage people to walk, run or cycle if possible.

 5. Expect some fresh air, good company and a chance to do something great for the community!

Any questions please email sarahhorner@goodgym.org.uk

Discussion

Sarah
Sarah
Thursday February 5th, 2026 16:02

Unfortunately CRT have had to cancel because of the weather, sorry. Hopefully we will rearrange soon and I will list a visit to Age uk instead tomorrow for an indoors task!

Thanks

Sarah

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Location
Date and time
10:30 - 12:00
Friday, 6th of February 2026
Who this task will support
Canals and Rivers Trust
Rubbish collection, Graffiti removal and bankside weeding
Walkable

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

Ideal for beginners

Pescall Boulevard
Leicester
LE4 5FJ


Jeanette Douglas
Led by Jeanette Douglas

GoodGym Leicester Run Leader


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