We were joined by GoodGym’s CEO, Hannah Crane, who took the lead on watering the plants while the four Croydon GoodGym volunteers got stuck into litter picking. There’s something genuinely therapeutic about it, moving through the park, clearing away what doesn’t belong, and seeing the space look better with every bin bag filled. Did you know the Japanese even hold litter‑picking competitions? They see it as a mindful, joyful way to care for shared spaces, and it certainly felt that way for us at Whitehorse Road Recreation Ground. It was great to be outdoors together again, doing something practical and positive for the community.