GoodGym Merton
Water way to start the evening
Wednesday 21st January
Written by Jade
Despite the downpour we headed over to help Merton Rotary with setting up for their event. Joining forces with other volunteers we prepped the tables and got everything in place ahead of the guests arriving for the presentations.
Mitch(am)lin Stars for FoodCycle Mitcham
Thursday 22nd January
Written by Catherine Moore
I joined the volunteer crew at FoodCycle Mitcham as a host for the Thursday evening meal service. Working with the team I set the tables, kept guests topped up with teas and coffees, served a stunning 3-course meal and cleaned up. The crew and the guests were all very welcoming and I felt very fortunate to join in on enjoying some of the delicious food myself! The 14 guests were all delighted with the food, especially the carrot cake - I don't think anyone turned down seconds!
Planting seeds for future missions
Monday 19th January
Written by Jade
Swapping out of this week's group sessions for some networking at the Merton Green Spaces Forum. It was a fantastic opportunity to catch up with our many "Friends Of" groups from across the borough and meet the council's new green space contractors. Between the informative Q&A session and some productive conversations, we’ve spread the word about GoodGym in Merton and added a few more valuable contacts to our request list - meaning even more outdoor missions are on the horizon for 2026.
Rest assured, mission accomplished
Tuesday 20th January
Written by Jade
A quick stop at Martin Way Methodist Church tonight to help the team prepare for their first night shelter of 2026. Transforming the hall into a welcoming environment, setting out bedding and arranging the space to make it as cosy as possible for the guests. A heartwarming start to the year, ensuring a warm and comfortable night for those in need.
Spick and dust pan!
Sunday 18th January
Written by Georgina Robertson-Signor
A group of Goodgymers set out to pick up litter in their local area. I managed to forget to take a photo, so excuse the picture inside the bin!
The power of three
Monday 19th January
Written by Jon Green
Three GoodGymers returned to Martin Way Methodist Church on Monday to finish off a deep clean of the church's kitchen which fellow GoodGymers started last week.
The kitchen is used by the Open Table, a pay as you feel community cafe open to diners every Wednesday, and will be extra busy with the opening of a Winter Night Shelter every Tuesday night from now until March.
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