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Allotment Stuff => The Basics => Topic started by: the_snail on October 19, 2005, 17:42:06

Title: Allotment availability
Post by: the_snail on October 19, 2005, 17:42:06
OK I know this may be the wrong thread to post this so I shall appologise now ???

This is just a question about allotment availability in your areas. After watching The Big Dig on BBC2 this afternoon and finding out that one of the sites has a waiting list for like 10 Years  :o :o :o :o I was a little concerned as if we decided to move house then I would have to give up me plot and I would be without a plot which is unthinkable.

So this is the question what is the allotment availability like in your local areas. I dont really mean city.

The_Snail
Title: Re: Allotment availability
Post by: Emma K on October 19, 2005, 18:15:16
Hi I've got an allotment in Cambridge and there are some more up for grabs at this site (Vinery Road allotment society - Burnside site)

Emma

www.losingtheplot.blogspot.com
Title: Re: Allotment availability
Post by: the_snail on October 19, 2005, 18:18:39
I like the Blog  :)
Title: Re: Allotment availability
Post by: Emma K on October 19, 2005, 19:13:10
Thanks!

It's the only way I can remember what I've planted and when because I always forget to write it down!

Emma K
Title: Re: Allotment availability
Post by: djbrenton on October 19, 2005, 23:26:36
I think the sites they chose weren't representative. Most areas have plenty of vacancies. Nottingham is around 53% full with sites like mine only just with a waiting list and others virtually empty.
Title: Re: Allotment availability
Post by: Amazin on October 19, 2005, 23:54:14
London Borough of Camden - 10 years.
I'll be lottying in a blue rinse.
Title: Re: Allotment availability
Post by: spacehopper on October 20, 2005, 09:17:03
Waiting list on our site now of 15 people. However, about that many have been given notice to get their plots in order or quit so I don't think waiting times are too long.
Title: Re: Allotment availability
Post by: gardening giraffe on October 20, 2005, 09:42:53
Hi Snail
I live in west midlands and there are plenty of plots around, I don't think you,d have much trouble if you wanted to move house, just ring the council of the area you're considering and find out if there are any plot vacancies  ;D