Well there we have it. I am the proud custodian of 5 rods of ground. I nearly signed up for a full 10 rod area but glad I backed out at the last minute.
In case you’re wondering, in old money 10 rods = 302 square yards or 253 square metres to the rest of us.
Half a plot is more than enough to get on with. Or so I am told by some of those who have been working their square yardage for some years. So far I’ve met some great characters (names altered to retain anonymity and all that) James (big beard, knows everyone), Stewart (retired and still getting started), Bob (collects sheds) and Paul (likes asparagus and strawberries) and all know a thing or two about veg. From the few chats we’ve already had, I think I’ve passed the initial casual assessment to see if I’ll fit in. I do, I’m sure. Which also means lots of free advice on tap, it’ll be interesting if any of it include quirky old gardening folklore advice, especially when up against this new age “no-Dig” hippy stuff. What’s wrong with putting ya back into it anyway ay? I’ll show’em.
One initial observation though, I’ve not heard of any women allotmenteers on site yet, seems odd. It’s early days though, hope it is a bit more diverse.
No doubt I’ll also hear a tale or two, which I hope to share here if it’s not too incriminating or politically inflammatory, I’ve been told some like to talk about this here Brexit in between the weeding. So please stay tuned.