***WEDNESDAY SESSION 6.30-7.30PM*** The White House Dagenham

GoodGym B&D have been invited to complete some essential tasks in The White House garden

Until recently a derelict 18th century farmhouse, in 2016 The WhIte House transfomed into a public space for art and social activity, hosting a public programme from poetry to painting to gardening.

Join us at this fascinating location to complete some hands on, practical tasks to help enhance the garden for residents to enjoy activities and events this Summer.

🧤 What We’ll Do

• Lifting and moving some heavier items ready to be removed from the garden

• Some lighter maintanence tasks (weeding, cutting back overgrowth etc.)

• Preparing the large shed for painting

🕕 Timings

6pm (optional) - meet outside Becontree station for a group run / walk (3km) to The White House

6.30pm - arrive at The White House for introduction & safety briefing.

6:35 –7.25 – Task time!

7.25 – 7.30pm – Wrap-up and high fives

7.30pm – Finish

🌞 Why It Matters

Improving and maintaining the garden will enhance resident's experience when particpating in the Summer schedule of programmes, activities and events.

👋 Who You’ll Meet

Michaela - Programmes & Engagement Curator, who’ll guide us through the task and share exciting insights about this amazing community asset and it's history

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

We hope to see you there!!