Three GoodGym volunteers returned to Edgeley Community Church for a follow-up session to finish off clearing the outside area.

With trowels and determination in hand, the team made great progress in tackling the last of the weeds and tidying up the space.

Hazel had an unexpected surprise when she spotted a £5 note amongst the weeds — proof that volunteering really can pay off!

The group also got very lucky with the weather, as dark clouds loomed overhead but the rain mostly held off until the work was done.

And of course, the real star of the evening was a friendly ginger cat who came to supervise and keep everyone entertained with its antics.

With the area now looking much neater, the church grounds are once again a more welcoming spot for the whole community. 🐾🌱✨

On Tuesday evening, five GoodGymers returned to What If?, the ideas café in Edgeley, to lend a splash of colour to a set of children’s toys.

With paintbrushes in hand, they worked together to refresh the toys in time for a special party taking place on Sunday 21st September.

As if that wasn’t enough, the group even squeezed in time to finish off painting the outside railings in a bright red. This was a job they had started many months ago but had been rained off before completing.

The session was filled with teamwork and creativity, and thanks to the volunteers’ efforts both the toys and the railings are now looking fresh and ready to welcome children and families at the upcoming event.

With our volunteering session at What If? cancelled, Hazel and Laura made the most of the evening by lacing up their trainers for a 4k run around Edgeley.

The route took them past the local reservoirs, where the views made the effort worthwhile.

To keep spirits high, the conversation flowed easily — books, library visits, and reading recommendations became the running theme.

What began as a change of plan turned into a refreshing way to combine fitness, and favourite pastimes.

This week, five GoodGymers returned to Grit Studios’ newly acquired building to add the finishing touches of paint, completing the transformation of the space.

Having already made a strong start last week, the team came back with plenty of energy to finish off the job.

Together they added the final coats, brightening every corner and leaving the rooms looking fresh, welcoming, and ready for creativity to take root.

The building is now almost ready to open its doors as a community hub for art projects, workshops, and exhibitions — a space where Stockport residents and artists alike can come together to collaborate and create.

Five GoodGymers rolled up their sleeves at Edgeley Community Church to tackle the weeds and tidy up the outdoor space.

Check out the egg which Hazel found in the undergrowth!

Armed with gloves, trowels, and plenty of energy, they worked together to clear paths, borders, and green areas, making the outside look much more welcoming.

The effort not only brightened up the church grounds but also created a more inviting space for everyone in the community to enjoy.

A big thank you to the team for their hard work and community spirit! 🌱✨

Stockport’s creative future is looking brighter — literally! Tonight, five GoodGymers rolled up their sleeves (and maybe a few paint-splattered cuffs) to help transform Grit Studios’ newest space, recently acquired from Stockport Council, into a welcoming hub for community art projects.

Armed with rollers, brushes, and boundless enthusiasm, the team brought fresh white colour and energy to the walls, turning a once-empty building into a space brimming with possibility.

Between brush strokes, ideas flowed for exhibitions, workshops, and creative collaborations that will soon fill the rooms.

This new home will be a place where artists, residents, and curious visitors can come together to make, share, and celebrate art in all its forms.

Grit Studios is hugely grateful to the volunteers whose hard work has painted the first strokes in this exciting new chapter for Stockport’s creative community.