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Just saying hi and introducing myself. I took ownership of my very first allotment on Friday 22nd July. I was so excited and keen to get it (we had some good weather forecast for that weekend) that I went to the council offices to get the key when I handed over the paperwork. I love, love, love it and have spent as much time as possible at my plot since. I'm lucky to have a lot of 'old school' allotment holders around me who are always happy to give advice and assistance but I want to be here too!
I'm in Sheffield and it's a sloping site, down to a small stream and the previous owner has put tiered beds in. He also built paths, compost bins, raised wooden beds and a fabulous irrigation system that runs right down the slope (half of which is still to be uncovered). I also have a front door and a shed. Sadly, though he was only young, he died a year or so ago. He was well liked and I'm kinda proud to be able to bring his very loved plot back to life (or have a good try!). Have been taking photos as I go along and even after a few weeks it's good to see a massive difference.
It's a big plot (301 sq m) and it's just li'l ole me so I'm learning patience as I go along. I'm just so happy when I'm there, it's a lovely, tranquil, sunny space with gorgeous far-reaching views and I feel very lucky to have it. I've never grown fruit and veg before (only had flower gardens) so lots to learn and lots of questions!
Just saying hi and introducing myself. I took ownership of my very first allotment on Friday 22nd July. I was so excited and keen to get it (we had some good weather forecast for that weekend) that I went to the council offices to get the key when I handed over the paperwork. I love, love, love it and have spent as much time as possible at my plot since. I'm lucky to have a lot of 'old school' allotment holders around me who are always happy to give advice and assistance but I want to be here too!
I'm in Sheffield and it's a sloping site, down to a small stream and the previous owner has put tiered beds in. He also built paths, compost bins, raised wooden beds and a fabulous irrigation system that runs right down the slope (half of which is still to be uncovered). I also have a front door and a shed. Sadly, though he was only young, he died a year or so ago. He was well liked and I'm kinda proud to be able to bring his very loved plot back to life (or have a good try!). Have been taking photos as I go along and even after a few weeks it's good to see a massive difference.
It's a big plot (301 sq m) and it's just li'l ole me so I'm learning patience as I go along. I'm just so happy when I'm there, it's a lovely, tranquil, sunny space with gorgeous far-reaching views and I feel very lucky to have it. I've never grown fruit and veg before (only had flower gardens) so lots to learn and lots of questions!
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