It’s been 7 weeks since I saw a man about an allotment….

and today we went back to see him!
 After various discussions and confusion about which plots were free (we were originally told we could have a particular plot because the lady couldnt manage it any more, only to find 3 weeks ago that someone had been working it.
 After a call to the council (not particularly helpful [...]

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I went to see a man about an allotment today

Now that I have some more time on my hands, I felt the need to expand my vegetable growing empire. Unfortunately, with my vegetable growing ambitions, my small garden just isn’t enough any more.
 All local authorities have some land put aside for allotment use, and allotment renting is more popular than ever. I therefore consider [...]

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This is all new to me!

Well, I love gardening. This blog is all about that, and perhaps some little bits thrown in about my other love of cooking (compatible with my main passion) and crafting (card making and jewellery making).
 I’m determined to be more prolific with growing my own vegetables and fruit this year and this blog is going to [...]

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