Tag Archives: allotments

Celebrating summer with my 100th blog

Posted on 06/08/2017 by greenfingeredgeorge

I’ve got nearly 7 weeks off school and what a way to celebrate it with my 100th blog. Here I count down the 10 most popular posts, before signing off for a jam packed summer of gardening and nature fun … Continue reading →

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When gardening can help, when you’re feeling sad

Posted on 19/07/2017 by greenfingeredgeorge

On Monday after school, I visited Maria’s allotment; she has been working on the plot for over a year, since her Dad passed away and she describes it as a ‘place of reflection for the whole family’. Here’s her story, … Continue reading →

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Allotment ‘Cook Off’ by my Mum

Posted on 01/07/2016 by greenfingeredgeorge

My Mum, Ali, started Operation Farm with some friends 7 years ago; there is a community allotment and orchard and they have lots of outdoor events and workshops. Anna runs the allotment with volunteers and my mum teaches people how to cook the … Continue reading →

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