***SUNDAY SESSION 11-1*** help clean up this beautiful Organic Community Garden to get it ready to open again

Preparing this calm, green oasis in Becontree to open again for the benefit of the community


Location
Gale Street Organic Community Garden
behind Co-op Food, 527 Gale Street
Dagenham
RM9 4TP
Essex
Date and time
11:00 - 13:00
Sunday, 12th of October 2025

We've got a very special mission on Sunday 12 October.

It's our first Sunday session, and also our first collaboration - teaming up with local volunteers from Becontree Heath Litter Pickers and Roding Rubbish to clean up the garden.

After completing 7 missions at Gale Street in front of the cabin this Summer, we're now looking to open up the rest of the garden. There is a range of rubbish and litter amongst the undergrowth and we need some extra muscle to help clear the space!

Our group sessions are open to everyone - if you're new to GoodGym please sign up and come along - we are inclusive and friendly, and we'll be pleased to see you!!

๐Ÿงค What Weโ€™ll Do

  • Removing rubbish from the garden area behind the growing beds

  • Work together as a big team, looking out for each other and keeping each other safe

  • Enjoy refreshments provided!

No gardening or litter picking experience needed! All tools and guidance will be provided on the day.

๐Ÿ•• Timings

  • 11am โ€“ Meet outside Becontree Underground Station ready to walk together to the Garden.

  • 11.10 - 11.20 โ€“ welcome and safety briefing.

  • 11.20 - 12.50 โ€“ task time (with breaks)

  • 12.50 - 13.00 โ€“ wrap-up and high fives

  • 13.00 - finish

๐ŸŒž Why It Matters

Making the garden safe and accessible is key to getting ready to host a programme of well being activities for local residents.

๐Ÿ‘‹ Who Youโ€™ll Meet

  • Breda, the heart of the garden and longtime community lead
  • Nassaba, from Elevate Together, whoโ€™ll guide us through the task and provide safety tips
  • Olivia & Nick from Becontree Heath Litter Pickers - cleaning up Becontree since 2023.

Come along for a relaxed and friendly volunteering session โ€“ no experience needed, just bring your energy and community spirit!

I hope to see you there!!

Steven


How are you getting there?

Meet at the task
I will make my own way to the task
  • Unknown runner

Who's going

  • Steven
  • Claire Lockey

Discussion

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Location
Gale Street Organic Community Garden
behind Co-op Food, 527 Gale Street
Dagenham
RM9 4TP
Essex
Date and time
11:00 - 13:00
Sunday, 12th of October 2025
Walkable

As you will make your own way to the task, feel free to walk or run as you wish.

Ideal for beginners

Gale Street Organic Community Garden
behind Co-op Food, 527 Gale Street
Dagenham
RM9 4TP
Essex


Steven
Led by Steven

Barking & Dagenham Good Gym Area Activator; School engagement for TfL, founder Roding Rubbish, Barking Park run regular.


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Age Restriction

GoodGym welcomes anyone aged 18 or over. If you are under 18 then you will be unable to participate in any GoodGym activity

Make sure you've read our general guidelines for safety when running and at a task.

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