We hit the ground to support Merton Council's White Ribbon Walk in Morden Hall Park today.

Starting with a stroll from the Civic Centre to the meeting point to join with others and earn some steps, it also gave us the opportunity to meet new and familiar faces whilst raising awareness for the White Ribbon campaign.

Huge thanks to Merton Council for inviting us to support this important event. Every step counts towards ending male violence against women.

When a catch up is in order there's always time for a litter pick. We donned our jackets and took on Canon Hill Common, collecting rubbish and debris as we wandered. Receiving positive responses from local residents along the way it was a reminder of the positive impact and to do more often.

A quick litter pick whilst hiding painted pebbles with a sustainability theme for others to find!

During a lunchtime stroll around the common, Georgina (fresh from knee surgery!) and I managed a mini litter pick. We gathered a small bag of rubbish, proving that every little bit helps, and a great way to catch up and ease back into action.

Over a cuppa and some delicious cake, some fantastic new contacts were made whilst spreading the word about our Missions with DBS-checked volunteers now ready to support individuals aged 50+ with practical tasks across Merton.

Bring on the lunchtime dog walks and errands.

A quick bit of litter picking on today's travels!

Edit from other volunteers: Elsewhere various Goodgymmers from Merton, Kingston and Barnet joined in to support The Great British Spring Clean Up - what a great weekend and reason to get outside, we encourage everyone to get involved locally to help, this event is running until 6 April although why not continue with regular litter picking efforts whenever you can. more details here: https://www.keepbritaintidy.org/get-involved/support-our-campaigns/great-british-spring-clean