Foodbox was a hive of activity today, Kc and I were given the challenge of bagging up as many of the donated tea bags as we could in the 2 hour session.

Goodgymers like a challenge and we managed to bag up the stock of tea into two crates, ready to go into the Bags of Best Wishes for families and individuals in need.

Setting off for a run outside a cosy pub on a rainy night may have a touch of insanity about it but when it's part of a group and you're off to do good, it's surprisingly possible!

This evening's 2km run took us through Richmond centre and out to Petersham Common, via many dark puddles to dodge! We met task owner Ken by Petersham Farm gates where he took us through the simple instructions to plant 300 native bluebell bulbs in the woodland, away from the paths. Between the lot of us the task was soon complete, even through the rain, and Ken shared out kit-kats for the team.

At the end of the session the cosy pub beckoned us back to Richmond and the 2km run back ended with a Taskforce meeting in the warmth. 🔥

Today, I had the chance to help pack bags of sugar at the Hounslow Community Foodbox. It was a simple task, but knowing that these small bags would become part of something bigger—something that could help improve lives—made it truly meaningful. The two other volunteers were incredibly kind and welcoming, guiding me through the process with patience and clear instructions since it was my first time. I’m already looking forward to going back whenever I have the chance.