An allotment is a small plot of publicly owned land that let to a gardener usually to grow families or other crops for his or her own use. The rent is generally quite low so it is a really good option for obtaining a plot of land. Allotments started in Victorian times as may moved from the country into the cities; it was a way to ensure that event he poorest had fresh food to eat. Allotments played an important part in keeping Britain fed in the Second World War and now being seen as a way of reducing food miles, ensuring people eat well and stay fit through exercise.
View Larger MapMy allotment can be seen alongside Western Avenue in Cardiff. The shot was taken at least two years ago. We now have a total of 6 beds, with three more nearer the road form the obvious three in the aerial photograph.
I've started this blog now because in some ways another cycle is starting. Summer is over, most of the crops are in and we are beginning to ready things for next spring, when the action will really start.
six beds means a six bed rotation system which I am still working out.
