Simon Fitzmaurice

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GROUP RUN- Market Road Gardens with Elizabeth House
🗓Tomorrow 6:45pm

📍The Arsenal Community Hub N7 7BA

We love Elizabeth House tasks! Green space maintenance evening in this beautiful wildflower project!

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Sat 2nd Aug at 11:00am

A Run for All Senses!

Islington Report written by Caterina Farulla

The workshop with Achilles International was a powerful and eye-opening experience (literally!). We were blindfolded to simulate what it’s like to run without sight, which really helped us understand the level of trust and communication needed between a guide and a visually impaired runner.

We then took turns guiding and being guided during short runs, learning the ropes—quite literally! The team also walked us through different types of visual impairments and how to tailor our support depending on the individual's needs.

It was informative, inspiring, and left all of us with a deeper appreciation for accessible running and the strength of the Achilles community. Huge thanks to the organisers and participants!

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Thu 31st Jul at 6:00pm

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Patchi

Thu 31st Jul at 12:32am

Hi Simon, I’m new here

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Thu 31st Jul at 7:47am

Hi Patchi. Just sent you an email.

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Sat 4th Oct at 9:00am

Camino Ultra Epping Forest 50km and 25km Eco Trail- Aid Station Superstars 2025!!!

Goodgym Crew are back for the exciting new installment of the Camino Ultra Epping Forest Race!

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Sat 4th Oct at 8:00am

Camino Ultra London (50km): Epping Forest

An excellent 25km and 50km race through Wanstead Flats and Epping Forest

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Mon 28th Jul at 6:45pm

Last Night We Litter-ally Cleaned The Whole of Finsbury Park

Islington Report written by Simon Fitzmaurice

Area Activator Simon was thrilled to have 9 Goodgym Runners and Walkers (including first timer Deirdre - welcome!) join Goodgym Islington for our first plogging session of 2025!

What is "plogging"?

Plogging is a fitness trend that combines jogging with picking up litter, originating in Sweden. The word is a portmanteau of the Swedish words "plocka upp" (pick up) and "jogga" (jog). It's a way to stay active while also contributing to a cleaner environment.

Together, our crew ran up the Gillespie Park Nature Trail after a warm up on the Emirates Stadium slopes. On route, we stopped to enjoy fresh blackberries, and to coax a huge cat to say Hello to us! We approached Finsbury Park, and spotted more red t-shirts in the distance, waiting for our running team at the newly renovated Finsbury Park Skatepark Plaza.

Area Activator Simon pulled out foldable litter pickers, black bags and sturdy gloves from his big running bag of wonders, and explained the proceedings for tonight's task. In three groups of three, we set about walking around the perimeter of Finsbury Park, picking up as much litter as possible. These particular sections of the park are often hard to access by the grounds team, and debris from picnics and parties often gets blown over here by the wind. Our objective was to fill nine bags of rubbish within about 40 minutes.

Team 1 scoured the main pathways towards the Finsbury parkrun start line, Team 2 headed towards the children's playground and duck pond, while Team 3 got stuck in by the fences next to the skatepark. The areas that are less frequented by the public are always the spots that become over run with litter - Team 3 had the biggest task on their hands, and we all pitched in before the end of the evening!

Great work everyone. We received some lovely comments from visitors in the park, appreciating our efforts. A smashing way to spend a summer's evening!


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SESSIONS IN JULY / AUGUST

Group Run- Market Road Gardens 6.45pm, Arsenal Community Hub Monday 4th August

https://www.goodgym.org/v3/sessions/group-run-market-road-gardens-with-elizabeth-house

Community Mission - TBC 7.15pm, Monday 11th August

Group Run- Highbury Quadrant Estate Gardens 6.45pm, Arsenal Community Hub Monday 18th August


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SESSIONS IN JULY / AUGUST

Group Run- Finsbury Park Plogging, 6.45pm, Arsenal Community Hub, Monday 28th July https://www.goodgym.org/v3/sessions/group-run-finsbury-park-plogging-run

Group Run- Market Road Gardens 6.45pm, Arsenal Community Hub Monday 4th August

https://www.goodgym.org/v3/sessions/group-run-market-road-gardens-with-elizabeth-house

Community Mission - TBC 7.15pm, Monday 11th August

Group Run- Highbury Quadrant Estate Gardens 6.45pm, Arsenal Community Hub Monday 18th August

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Achilles International VI Guide Running Sessions

Every Thursday, 6pm, Various London locations

On Thursday evenings, the all abilities sports charity Achilles International holds a group run session at a London location.

Here is a list of our upcoming events and sign up pages. Runners, supporters and guides of all abilities and experiences welcome!

Stratford Olympic Park Thursday 31st July

https://www.goodgym.org/v3/sessions/come-and-guide-run-with-achilles-international-olympic-park-stratford-route-e5b63d41-7333-483b-9844-ff2f70ee1c67

Arsenal Emirates Stadium Thursday 7th August

https://www.goodgym.org/v3/sessions/come-and-guide-run-with-achilles-international-emirates-stadium-eec7206a-2c2f-4260-89a4-7a643a59f3f6

Paddington Rec Track Maida Vale Thursday 14th August

https://www.goodgym.org/v3/sessions/come-and-guide-run-with-achilles-international-paddington-rec-track-81c756cb-f880-4d4c-bc9d-273db6793f21

Hyde Park Lancaster Gate Thursday 21st August

https://www.goodgym.org/v3/sessions/come-and-guide-run-with-achilles-international-paddington-rec-track-81c756cb-f880-4d4c-bc9d-273db6793f21

Stratford Olympic Park Thursday 28th August

https://www.goodgym.org/v3/sessions/come-and-guide-run-with-achilles-international-olympic-park-stratford-route-f1e7bda3-ccf3-4506-96bc-b1d6c90cdf61

Arsenal Emirates Stadium Thursday 4th September

https://www.goodgym.org/happenings/come-and-guide-run-with-achilles-international-emirates-stadium-0564ad66-99ad-4f45-aa08-2e42959ff2ad

Paddington Rec Track Maida Vale Thursday 11th September

https://www.goodgym.org/v3/sessions/come-and-guide-run-with-achilles-international-paddington-rec-track-cb3577ca-7ca3-4561-8ad9-6b0fec2aefd1

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Learn to Guide Run Workshop with Achilles International

Saturday 2nd August, 11am - 1pm, London Aquatics Centre, Stratford Olympic Park

Would you like to try guide running for visually impaired athletes?

Or would you like to refresh your skills for safe guiding practices?

Would you like to learn more about where guide running can take you, and about the VI running community?

Achilles International UK chapter leader Chris Blackabee and a team of experienced guide runners would love to invite you to a special introduction session.

Perfect for first timers and experienced guides looking for extra development opportunities!

https://www.goodgym.org/v3/sessions/learn-to-guide-run-workshop-with-achilles-international

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Elizabeth House Food Hub- Lunchtime Sweep Up Task!

Tuesday 28th July, 12.45 - 1.15pm, Elizabeth House

On Tuesday afternoons, during term time, the team at Elizabeth House Food Hub have requested for an extra pair of hands to help with cleaning and tidying up their donation centre.

Expect some satisfying sweeping and surface cleaning to assist this busy team!
https://www.goodgym.org/v3/sessions/elizabeth-house-food-hub-lunchtime-sweep-up-task-1c8894c6-e23c-4176-830e-462a583308b8

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Compton Terrace Gardens- Volunteer Session

Saturday 9th August, 10am - 1pm, Union Chapel, Islington

A smashing community mission for those partaking in Highbury Fields or Finsbury parkrun on a Saturday morning!

A friendly gardening group started to look after the park about 10 years ago. We are always looking for more help - with planting, mulching, pruning, and all the other things a garden needs.

Everyone welcome, no special skills needed! Lots of fresh air and a nice chance to meet local people. We meet once a month on a Saturday morning near the shed in the middle of the Gardens.

https://www.goodgym.org/v3/sessions/compton-terrace-gardens-volunteer-open-morning-august

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Golden Olden Community Gardens - Monthly Volunteer Open Day

Saturday 16th August, 10am - 2pm, Opposite Whistler Street, Islington

Olden Community Garden is a charity that maintains this lovely green space, with the object to promote a community garden for the benefit of people living or working in the London Borough of Islington. Olden Garden gives local people opportunities for education and recreation, with the aim of increasing involvement in the community and reducing isolation.

https://www.goodgym.org/v3/sessions/golden-olden-community-gardens-monthly-volunteer-open-day-1e8a6ac9-aaa3-4ae8-bf27-1ffd556a6a98

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Penn Road Gardens - July Volunteer Day

Sunday 31st August, 10am - midday, Penn Road Gardens

Every last Sunday of the month, the residents of Penn Road invite keen volunteers to help with maintaining this lovely community spot just off Holloway Road.

https://www.goodgym.org/v3/sessions/penn-road-gardens-open-morning-august-de813053-fd30-4336-abe6-9266377ac4da

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Achilles International VI Guide Running Sessions

Every Thursday, 6pm, Various London locations

On Thursday evenings, the all abilities sports charity Achilles International holds a group run session at a London location.

Here is a list of our upcoming events and sign up pages. Runners, supporters and guides of all abilities and experiences welcome!

Stratford Olympic Park Thursday 31st July

https://www.goodgym.org/v3/sessions/come-and-guide-run-with-achilles-international-olympic-park-stratford-route-e5b63d41-7333-483b-9844-ff2f70ee1c67

Arsenal Emirates Stadium Thursday 7th August

https://www.goodgym.org/v3/sessions/come-and-guide-run-with-achilles-international-emirates-stadium-eec7206a-2c2f-4260-89a4-7a643a59f3f6

Paddington Rec Track Maida Vale Thursday 14th August

https://www.goodgym.org/v3/sessions/come-and-guide-run-with-achilles-international-paddington-rec-track-81c756cb-f880-4d4c-bc9d-273db6793f21

Hyde Park Lancaster Gate Thursday 21st August

https://www.goodgym.org/v3/sessions/come-and-guide-run-with-achilles-international-paddington-rec-track-81c756cb-f880-4d4c-bc9d-273db6793f21

Stratford Olympic Park Thursday 28th August

https://www.goodgym.org/v3/sessions/come-and-guide-run-with-achilles-international-olympic-park-stratford-route-f1e7bda3-ccf3-4506-96bc-b1d6c90cdf61

Arsenal Emirates Stadium Thursday 4th September

https://www.goodgym.org/happenings/come-and-guide-run-with-achilles-international-emirates-stadium-0564ad66-99ad-4f45-aa08-2e42959ff2ad

Paddington Rec Track Maida Vale Thursday 11th September

https://www.goodgym.org/v3/sessions/come-and-guide-run-with-achilles-international-paddington-rec-track-cb3577ca-7ca3-4561-8ad9-6b0fec2aefd1

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Learn to Guide Run Workshop with Achilles International

Saturday 2nd August, 11am - 1pm, London Aquatics Centre, Stratford Olympic Park

Would you like to try guide running for visually impaired athletes? Or would you like to refresh your skills for safe guiding practices? Would you like to learn more about where guide running can take you, and about the VI running community? Achilles International UK chapter leader Chris Blackabee and a team of experienced guide runners would love to invite you to a special introduction session. Perfect for first timers and experienced guides looking for extra development opportunities! https://www.goodgym.org/v3/sessions/learn-to-guide-run-workshop-with-achilles-international

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Elizabeth House Food Hub- Lunchtime Sweep Up Task!

Tuesday 29th July, 12.45 - 1.15pm, Elizabeth House

On Tuesday afternoons, during term time, the team at Elizabeth House Food Hub have requested for an extra pair of hands to help with cleaning and tidying up their donation centre.

Expect some satisfying sweeping and surface cleaning to assist this busy team!
https://www.goodgym.org/v3/sessions/elizabeth-house-food-hub-lunchtime-sweep-up-task-1c8894c6-e23c-4176-830e-462a583308b8

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Compton Terrace Gardens- Volunteer Session

Saturday 9th August, 10am - 1pm, Union Chapel, Islington

A smashing community mission for those partaking in Highbury Fields or Finsbury parkrun on a Saturday morning!

A friendly gardening group started to look after the park about 10 years ago. We are always looking for more help - with planting, mulching, pruning, and all the other things a garden needs.

Everyone welcome, no special skills needed! Lots of fresh air and a nice chance to meet local people. We meet once a month on a Saturday morning near the shed in the middle of the Gardens.

https://www.goodgym.org/v3/sessions/compton-terrace-gardens-volunteer-open-morning-august

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Golden Olden Community Gardens - Monthly Volunteer Open Day

Saturday 16th August, 10am - 2pm, Opposite Whistler Street, Islington

Olden Community Garden is a charity that maintains this lovely green space, with the object to promote a community garden for the benefit of people living or working in the London Borough of Islington. Olden Garden gives local people opportunities for education and recreation, with the aim of increasing involvement in the community and reducing isolation.

https://www.goodgym.org/v3/sessions/golden-olden-community-gardens-monthly-volunteer-open-day-1e8a6ac9-aaa3-4ae8-bf27-1ffd556a6a98

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Penn Road Gardens - July Volunteer Day

Sunday 31st August, 10am - midday, Penn Road Gardens

Every last Sunday of the month, the residents of Penn Road invite keen volunteers to help with maintaining this lovely community spot just off Holloway Road.

https://www.goodgym.org/v3/sessions/penn-road-gardens-open-morning-august-de813053-fd30-4336-abe6-9266377ac4da

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