A cut above the rest

12 Goodgymers helped their local community in Tower Hamlets
Caterina Farulla
Frankie
Alex Brean
Anna Collier
Tom Gwillim
Lucinda
Ilana
Lobo
Kirsti
Laura Williams
Chris Burns
John Shirley
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Tower Hamlets

Monday 28th July

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As July comes to a warm and sunny end, this evening saw 12 GoodGymers arriving at the Cranbrook Community Centre. A well-used, much loved asset on the Cranbrook Estate, the Centre's cared for by longstanding task owners Janet and Eileen.

Welcoming Caterina and Frankie to their first GoodGym, and Kirsti to her first Tower Hamlets GoodGym, we headed to the tool box to select our instruments for tonight’s task.

Everyone got stuck in straight away. Some of the GoodGymers worked in pairs, others on their own, all tackling a variety of jobs.

Hedges were trimmed, leaves cleared from garden borders, and litter picked.

The notice boards at the front of the centre were cleared of rose bushes, so locals passing by can see more easily the activities taking place at the centre.

As 8pm approached, the team headed around the corner to start cutting back trees hanging over the pavement!

A tidy, cared-for environment that helps to make the centre feel welcoming, our efforts in the garden were much appreciated this evening.

After posing for that all-important group pic, we headed out to the Mace Street wall for our Monday stretching session. A great end to an absolutely brilliant night.

Next week, we’re headed to the Canal Club Community Garden for gardening, cake and swimming…

Until then.


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Cranbrook Community Centre
A lively hub of connection, creativity and care.

Tucked behind Roman Road, this vibrant Community Centre is a lively hub of connection, creativity, and care. Run by two longstanding local residents, the centre is a welcoming environment for all, offering a wide range of free-to-access events and activities that help to bring people together from all walks of life. From music and parties to fitness classes and prayer groups, there's something for everyone. With a strong focus on inclusion and affordability, the centre also provides low-cost hall hire to support local groups and initiatives. More than just a building, Cranbrook is a place for the community to grow.

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Caterina Farulla

Mon 28th Jul at 9:35pm

Such a great day thank you for making us feel so welcome, lovely team and can't wait for the next one :)

Laura Williams

Mon 28th Jul at 9:41pm

Look forward to seeing you again soon, Caterina!

John Shirley

Tue 29th Jul at 3:54pm

Great to meet you Caterina

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