Church Engine Optimization

23 Goodgymers helped their local community in Liverpool
Emma Nibbs
Sam Knott
Sophie McClellan
George Bateman
Char Binns
Janet Woods
Lyn McGlinchey
Matthew
Pauline Harrison
Katie Liew
Amy Hughes
Becky Selman
Harriet Townsend-Rose
Chris Houseman
Effie
Claire
Tim Dwyer
Basma
Ruth Ashton
Amber
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Liverpool

Monday 29th April 2019

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Sam Knott
Sam Knott

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Char Binns
Char Binns

SESSION ORGANISER

Pauline Harrison
Pauline Harrison

WALK LEADER

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On a beautiful spring evening, a huge group of 23 runners lent a hand at at Liverpool's iconic Bombed Out Church.

After a very short downhill run, we were greeted by centre Director Ambrose. He gave us a short history lesson, bringing the space alive and reminding us why the building is so special and holds so many memories for the life and history of our city.

Soon we were put to work over various tasks, from moving heavy stones out of one area to clearing a section of the crypt then refilling it with other bits and bobs. At one point, a huge human chain was involved. At another point the team took an all hands of deck approach to moving the VERY heavy pews that we've come to know so well. Oh and there was even an impromtu weeding session. All in all, Ambrose was overwhelmed by how much was achieved in under 40 minutes. What a team!

It was awesome to welcome back Amy and Harriet who we haven't seen since December and Jan and Lyn who have been on hiatus all winter. We've missed you and it was fab to see you all again. Don't leave it so long next time :)

As well as some old faces, we were chuffed to welcome newbies Amber and Tim. Great work this week both of you. We hope you'll run with us again soon.

After the task we shuffled back up the hill then headed to the Met. Cathedral and tackled the 30+ steps on the concourse as many times as folks could manage within 5 minutes. This was followed by some quick strengthening and conditioning exercises.

Amazing work this week team - well done!

Don't forget that on Saturday there is a Community Mission and on Sunday everyone is welcome to join us after the Spring 10km at The Cali at 12pm.

Next week is a Bank Holiday, but we don't care! Good deeds still need doing, so find out more and sign-up here.


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Since 2007 the church has been operating as a managed ruin and multidisciplinary arts venue with a programme of curated events, community engagement and creative learning projects. A gateway building within the city, crucial to both its past and present, the Bombed Out Church is a place for everyone. ​

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