A New Secretary
Hello from your new Secretary !!! On 1st November I took over the responsibilities of Secretary for the Old Park Farm Allotment Association. I’m Dave. I garden plots 32 and 55 with my wife Becky, son Stevie and dog Daisy. Plot 32 is two down from the Association polytunnel in the centre of the site. Hopefully you can find me if you need to talk to me, otherwise email me at oldparkfarmcic@gmail.com or contact me on 07884 283 907. I look forward to hearing from you.
I want to thank Jackie for her commitment to the Association as Secretary over more than 10 years. I am only starting to appreciate the work that she has done for us all. Most of this work was invisible to me, but allowed me to garden as I wanted. We will miss her knowledge and skill as Secretary and I will also miss her as a lovely allotment neighbour. I wish Jackie and Steve success, fun and relaxation in all their new projects and goals.
The reason why I volunteered to be secretary is because I was concerned that our allotment site would become directly managed by the council if we could not find a new secretary. I think that we will be better off managing the site ourselves and that is why I decided to step forward.
New Allotment Tenants
A couple of months ago, when I started working with Jackie to find new tenants, the number of vacant plots felt a bit daunting. I thought it might take us a little time to find people to take them on. However, in a relatively short time we have let a number of plots. I am delighted to welcome all our new plot holders. They have much work to do so please say hello to them, encourage them and offer help.
We still have 5 plots without tenants. If you know anyone who would like an allotment, please ask them to submit the application form on the website or get in touch with me.
Community Working Party
We had a successful Community Working Party on Saturday 7th November. Around 14 people contributed a couple of hours of their time which was excellent. The group’s hard work on the new path to the annexe means that it is now open. Furthermore work was done clearing glass, brambles and bricks from Harry’s plots (the ones near the main gate). It was also a chance to chat and get to know each other better. Thanks to everyone who was there, your support is really appreciated. I plan the next Community Working Party for 10am Saturday 7th December. Please come along. It would be great if we could get more of us together than last time. Everyone is welcome whether you can do a little or a lot. Possible jobs include making boundaries around the plots, trimming hedges, clearing carpets and rubbish etc. The aim is to get the plots to the stage where we can let them to new tenants. We will meet at 10am near the main gate and there will be tea, coffee, biscuits and maybe bacon and sausages !!!!! I hope to see you there.
Enjoy your allotments
Dave
Old Park Farm Garden Holders Association 