This evening we walked down to the allotment armed with new paint and sandpaper. The aim for today was to paint the outside of the shed with wood preserving paint and if we had time, to tidy up the inside paintwork. As it turned out, we only had just enough time to paint the outside... Continue Reading →
Shed shaped and Bristol fashion
This afternoon my long suffering friend Fiona and I arrived on site laden with buckets of paint, paintbrushes, screwdrivers, hooks, twine, carpet tiles and snacks ready to transform the shed into a cosy hideout. We removed everything from the shed (again!) and borrowed a broom to remove the remaining cobwebs. Part way through, I spotted... Continue Reading →
A surprise egg
Yesterday, we ambled down to the allotment late, just to feed the chickens before we popped out for the afternoon. Upon arrival into the coop, we were greeted with the usual chorus of clucks and rush of feathers. We fed them and sorted their water before collecting the eggs. The Vorwerks and Cream Legbars have... Continue Reading →
Humans vs Arachnids
This morning, we made full use of my husband's day off to tackle the shed. I have been dreading sorting the shed. We celebrate our 5th year on site this year and I am determined that the allotment will be in top shape. The last 3 years, we haven't had time or money to spend... Continue Reading →
Digging and planting
This afternoon I ambled down late after a lie in. The chickens seemed pleased to see me although they weren't impressed at the lack of sunflower seeds. Upon opening the nest box, I discovered 6 eggs! Happily, 4 of them were from the Vorwerks and Cream Legbars (2 from each) which shows that spring is... Continue Reading →
Where is the snow?
Whilst the rest of the UK is buried under snow and freezing conditions, here we are yet to have any! I don't deny it's cold and there have been small flurries but nothing settled. I ambled to the clubhouse to say hi to everyone. All the usual suspects were there and the kettle was on... Continue Reading →
Potato Day!
Today marks a significant day in the allotment year - Potato Day. Arranged every year by the Crewe Town Allotment Federation, it's an opportunity to buy seed potatoes and a variety of other seeds for the growing season. Every year, we buy a selection of seeds, enjoying browsing all the different varieties, most of which... Continue Reading →
Snow comes to Crewe
I woke this morning to a wintery scene outside my window. The temperature has dropped significantly and the flurries of sleet from yesterday turned to snow overnight. Wrapping myself up warmly against the cold, I set off to the allotment. Upon my arrival, I was greeted by Geoff who had had the bright idea of... Continue Reading →
Dr Cliff and Dr Geoff to the rescue
Yesterday I ambled down to the allotment as usual. My timing was outstanding. Just as I was arriving at the gate, the tea bell went! I sat with everyone enjoying the conversation and the surprisingly good weather. Eventually I decided I needed to do something productive, so I went to feed the chickens. As usual,... Continue Reading →
Winter comes to the allotment
The temperature has dropped significantly the last few days. On Wednesday I dashed down to the allotment before work to feed the chickens and found everything tinged with frost. The days are slowly getting longer and the sunrise over the allotment was spectacular. I fed the disgruntled chickens who scoffed the food I put down... Continue Reading →
Hide and seek
This morning I ambled down at a decidedly late hour to feed the chickens. Clucking their disapproval, they made it very clear how unacceptable it was to be fed so late.As I sorted out their food - currently a 50/50 mix of layers pellets and mixed corn, three handfuls of sunflower seeds, two handfuls of... Continue Reading →
Into a new year
It's been several weeks since my last update due to the usual chaos that is December (work, visiting friends and family, Christmas preparations etc). So it's about time to fill you in on what's been happening. The winter months are significantly quieter with only chicken people like myself regularly being on site. Unfortunately, Cliff lost... Continue Reading →
Wrapping the tree
This morning was a busy morning as we drove over to the local hospital to donate a cheque for the new sensory equipment for the paediatric ward before going on site. The great works continue with everyone pitching in with helping widen the path over the last couple of weeks. It looks amazing! I arrived... Continue Reading →
An unexpected morning
On my way into work, I swung by the allotment to feed the chickens. I was greeted by a working party made of Cliff, Dave the Plod and Mick the Greek who were all busy laying slabs as part of the main pathway running across the width of the site. They have done a cracking... Continue Reading →
Strawberries, chicken surgery and an escapee
Late this morning, I ambled down to the allotment, enjoying the bright autumn sunshine. Although the temperature has dropped, it is warm enough if you keep away from the shade. I love these cool and bright days on site - there are still a few remaining leaves on the trees, bright splashes of vivid yellow... Continue Reading →
Lest we forget
Remembrance Sunday commemorates all those who fought and died in war. Particular emphasis this year is the celebration of 100 years since the end of WW1. We like to mark significant occasions on site and Cliff has been busy creating ours for Remembrance Day. When you go home tell them of us and say, for... Continue Reading →
Bonfire night at the allotment
Last week I spent the day down the allotment helping preparations for Bonfire night. I arrived late on site and was halfway through feeding the chickens when Steve walked by and asked if we had any dry wood at home we needed to get rid of. We have tons - all left over from the... Continue Reading →
Falling leaves
Today I walked down to the allotment determined to make serious inroads into the mass of weeds in the middle of the plot. The sun was out and it was one of those beautiful autumn days where the sun is low in the sky but still has enough heat in it for it to be... Continue Reading →
Return of the Feathers
Today I pottered down late to the allotment to find the guys at the clubhouse enjoying the autumn sunshine. Cliff had brought his silky chicken back and put her in a greenhouse to keep her safe from the cold. After chatting for a bit, I went down to feed the chickens. Holly, Dolly and Polly... Continue Reading →
Here comes winter
I ambled down to the allotment at a leisurely pace this morning. I was rather late, made later by stopping off at the clubhouse before feeding the chickens. Due to the cold weather, everyone had retreated into the clubhouse. A wise decision as the clubhouse includes a stash of biscuits and a seemingly unending supply... Continue Reading →
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