We kicked off the year with a trip to Iceland, which was absolutely fantastic. It’s back to reality now, and I’m happy to say I don’t mind returning to work. It’s also that special time of year when we begin to plan the allotment and the growing season ahead. It’s no secret that our allotment has been neglected, but we shall enter the year with positivity and a determination to grow our own food again; I yearn for those summer months, wandering around the plot with my basket, harvesting something fresh for tea.
Book Review: Grow Your Own Drugs – James Wong
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The Future of the Allotment
It’s coming up to 2 years since our lives changed forever, and we are still adjusting. It’s an ongoing difficult process that has been consumed by everything but writing. Just when I think I’m finding the time and the will to write again, life gets in the way.
Book Review: Allotment Month by Month – Alan Buckingham
“Allotment Month by Month” is a comprehensive guide that is invaluable for both novice and experienced gardeners alike. Written by Alan Buckingham, offers a systematic and accessible approach to cultivating a thriving allotment throughout the year.
Writing Again – Derbyshire Times 2023
It’s taken many false starts to get writing again but I think I’ve finally cracked it!
Raised Bed Gardening
Just as we embarked on raised bed gardening, as if meant to be, we were gifted two large wooden raised beds from a lovely allotment neighbour.
The Grotty Part of Growing Your Own Veg!
There’s something about home-grown, though, that puts people off – sometimes it can be a bit, well, manky!