[Trillium]

Great news, janet. We're all thrilled for you. Now for those pix....

[janet12000]

I've taken some pics. Will post them later as i have to take my boy to trampolining lessons.

Spent most of my time this afternoon talking to other plot holders!
What a friendly bunch!

[janet12000]

here goes...

[janeheritage]

What a FABULOUS space!

I can see it in 2 years' time - cleared, productive, thriving - lucky you!

Enjoy, enjoy 

[janet12000]

Thanks!

I have had such a thrill getting this allotment today.
 It turned out that of the 17 vacant plots that were on the council website, there were only 7 left when I turned up this morning, and they expect to fill these within the next 2 weeks so I've been really lucky.
Everybody I have met down there has been so friendly and welcoming. I have spent more time chatting and sharing cups of coffee today than getting any work done. 
I have had offers of seeds, and people offering to lend me tools, and the obvious advice from the seasoned oldies! There is a secure tool lock up facility so you don't have to leave anything lying about or keep carting it backwards and forwards........fantastic when you have a mini as your means of transport like I do! 
My son has been having a great time running about, and even the dog has made some new doggie friends!.....everyone seems to have a dog there! We even ate our fish and chip supper down there!
It's daunting, but very exciting too.
To think I moaned about having to take holiday today cause the kids are off school for voting day!

[Mitsy]

Oh I'm jealous. Looks huge compared to ones on site my name is down for 

[janet12000]

Oh I'm jealous. Looks huge compared to ones on site my name is down for 

Its a SMALL plot according to Birmingham City Council!

[Pompey Spud]

Best of luck.

Looks to have great potential + u can plan it to how u want it.

My bit of advice for what it's worth is to buy John's books. They are all u need with enthusiasm + of course ask on here.

...and no. I'm not on commission but they helped me out no end.

PUP!

[Yorkie]

Congrats, what fun you're going to have planning all that!

John's books are great, also look at this page for some advice on clearing a plot

And enjoy yourself 

[janet12000]

Thank you all.
I'm sure I'll be asking for advice regularly on here! 

What is really funny is that a few months ago I would never have dreamed of doing anything like this. I came across this site after rehoming some ex batts.

4 chooks, 2 ducks, a garden full of veg and now an allotment as well!

Ta to everyone for inspiring me.

x

[Petite graine]

How exciting! Congratulations   

[Mythi]

Congratulations Janet!

You'll have a fantastic time planning what you are going to do with all that space

[BobandJack]

That looks great, like a meadow at the moment but I'm sure it won't stay that way for too long.  Perhaps you could borrow a horse or 2 to help you get the grass down?