Pymmes Park is rare oasis in North London. Eco-friendly marshes and wetlands surround a small, serpentine lake that still maintains vestiges of its former beauty. There are tennis and basketball courts, and secure play areas for children. Swans glide across the water, while Canadian geese waddle through the nearby grass — an attractive recluse for those looking to slip off the main road and immerse themselves in nature. On sunny days, it is also a meeting place for the members of Solstar gym to enjoy a warm-up or boxing session.
Operated by Ella Gilbert and Paula Lamont, Solstar gym is a unique women-led sports club built on left-wing antifascist principles.