Sociable run to support Community asset Stephens House and Gardens North London

Social Run to Stephens House + Indoor Volunteering

Tuesday 17 February 2026 6.45

This event involves a short group run from Phoenix Cinema, Finchley, followed by an indoor community volunteering task at a historic house.
If you’re happy with a 2 km run each way at a relaxed, social pace, you’ll fit right in.

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🏃 The Run (important – please read)

We’ll meet at Phoenix Cinema and run together to Stephens House and back.
• Distance: approx. 2 km each way
• Pace: social and inclusive, with regrouping
• You can also meet us directly at the venue if you prefer not to run

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🛠️ The Volunteering Task

We’ll be helping at Stephens House and Gardens, a beautiful Victorian house built in the 1870s and run as a charitable foundation supporting the local community and park.

Our task is to polish the antique oak staircase, an important feature that needs careful attention every few years.
By doing this together, we help the charity save significant maintenance costs, allowing funds to be used for community activities instead.

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📍 Meeting Options

Option 1 – Run with us:
Meet at Phoenix Cinema, Finchley

Option 2 – Meet at the task:
Stephens House and Gardens
17 East End Road, Finchley, London N3 3QE
Meet outside the front door, opposite the zebra crossing on East End Road at around 7:25 pm

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ℹ️ Sign-up Information (please read)

This session is organised by GoodGym, a national charity that combines physical activity with helping local communities.

✔️ Participation is free
✔️ To take part, please sign up via the GoodGym website, where the session is listed
👉 [Insert GoodGym session link here]

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✅ Please Note
• This is a social, non-competitive run and volunteer session
• Participants take part at their own risk
• Please wear suitable clothing and footwear for light running/walking and indoor tasks
• If you’re unsure whether this session is right for you, feel free to message me in advance