A Polished Performance
5 Goodgymers helped their local community in Bexley
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Sunday 11th October
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A rewarding morning volunteering at Crossness Pumping Station, polishing brass, dusting the magnificent ironwork and sweeping the floors of the historic engine room.
We learnt more about the fascinating history of London’s sewers from our volunteer leader, Tom, who brought the story of this remarkable Victorian engineering achievement to life.
After all our hard work, we were very well looked after with hot drinks and biscuits — a lovely way to round off the session!
It was great to have Shirley with us - we hope you enjoyed your first GoodGym good deed!
We'll be back at Crossness Pumping Station next month. Why not join us?
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The Crossness Engines Trust was set up in 1987 to restore the engines at Crossness Pumping Station, a unique part of Britain's industrial heritage and an outstanding example of Victorian engineering. Much of the restoration work completed so far has been by a team of dedicated volunteers. As well as restoration the Trust runs public open days and offers visits for schools.
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Mon 12th Oct at 7:36am
Another great session at Crossness - polishing brass banisters is addictive 🤣
Mon 12th Oct at 8:05am
It's such a wonderful place, isn't it! Tom is super grateful for our GGers help.
Mon 12th Oct at 9:13am
yeah！ Great！ I am heading to China soon! Hoping to join you when back!
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