The Kitchen Garden - Greens

Allotments

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Allotments
There are around half a million allotments in the UK. Rents are incredibly reasonable, ranging from £15 to £40 per annum . Many sites have a water supply and car access . There are some that don't however, so please ask beforehand if car access in particular is an important issue for you. Sufficient water can usually be collected through the use of water butts catching the run off from sheds and greenhouses.
Vacant sites can be neglected, in which case the first years rent is often waived.Your local Parish or town council should have further information . There are numerous allotment sites throughout the UK that are privately owned and nothing to do with the council. Have a walk down and talk to some allotment gardeners with nice plots , they will advise on whom to contact regarding plot availability.
 

Having an allotment is more than simply growing food for the table . It becomes a hobby , a way of life. Think about all that fresh air and excerise ! Lose a few pounds or keep in trim and do it constructively with fresh tasty nutritional food to show for all your time and effort.
Allotments are a great place to build up friendships with people sharing a common interest. Many offer social gatherings , BBQ's , day trips and Christmas parties. The camaraderie and atmosphere is unique and I have gained some of my best friends through having an allotment. Indeed it is amazing how many "friends" I have gained since I became our site Chairman and now Secretary !

Advice
If you feel nervous about taking on the allotment challenge help is at hand . I will guide you through the maze of obtaining , preparing and ultimately cultivating a plot. I can offer one to one support , the kind of advice gleened through experience -not the kind that you can find in a gardening book.
Contact me for a free initial consultation and quote.
 
 

 

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