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Wednesday 31st August 2016 – Sissinghurst Castle Garden

Posted on September 1, 2016 by clairesallotment

With the kids going back to school very soon (Emily this Friday and George on Monday), today was the perfect opportunity to go out for one last adventure. The weather was gorgeous so we decided to go to Sissinghurst Castle … Continue reading →

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Tuesday 30th August 2016 – And you’re saying they’re wrong because?

Posted on August 30, 2016 by clairesallotment

Another great couple of hours up the allotment today. I managed to dig up all the remaining Potatoes I planted this year. I’ve got some rogue ones growing in other patches so as I clear those beds then I’ll find … Continue reading →

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Monday 29th August 2016 – It’s cooled down a bit!

Posted on August 29, 2016 by clairesallotment

Now I’m not one to complain that the weather is too hot, but the last week has been very hot indeed. Too hot in fact for even going down the allotment. Yes I know that sounds a rather odd thing … Continue reading →

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Thursday 25th August 2016 – A very hot greenhouse!

Posted on August 25, 2016 by clairesallotment

This heat is getting exhausting. I never thought I would want there to be rain, but a quick shower wouldn’t go amiss please. I’ve not been to the allotment today or even yesterday because it’s just too hot, and it … Continue reading →

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Tuesday 23rd August 2016 – My best Sweetcorn ever!!

Posted on August 23, 2016 by clairesallotment

I’ve changed clothes so many times today, not because I like to, but because it’s been so hot and sticky. I spent 2 hours on my allotment this morning, and to be honest that was all I could really take. … Continue reading →

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Monday 22nd August 2016 – A walk up a gentle hill!!

Posted on August 23, 2016 by clairesallotment

Today started off a little overcast, but Carol Kirkwood promised that it would brighten up quickly and the sun would shine. There aren’t many weather forecasters that I trust, but Carol is “Queen of the weather. The kids and I had … Continue reading →

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Tuesday 16th August 2016 – Bodiam Castle and Hastings!

Posted on August 17, 2016 by clairesallotment

Today the kids and I went on a little expedition. The weather was glorious so it was perfect for going to the beach. But which beach? We’d already been to West Wittering, but we wanted to go somewhere different. Hastings … Continue reading →

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Monday 15th August 2016 – Shallots and Kohl Rabi

Posted on August 15, 2016 by clairesallotment

Another very busy morning on my allotment. Today I harvested all my Shallots and Kohl Rabi. Some of which looks a little strange, but then I’ve grown them, so I wouldn’t expect anything perfect looking. I also managed to dig … Continue reading →

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Waltons Amazing Allotment Blogs

Posted on August 15, 2016 by clairesallotment

I’m chuffed beyond belief to find out that I’ve been included in Waltons Amazing Allotment blogs. There are 19 that they’ve picked and Claire’s Allotment is one of them. Thank you Camilla for including my little ramblings in your article. … Continue reading →

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Friday 12th August 2016 – Loads more harvesting.

Posted on August 12, 2016 by clairesallotment

I just love this time of year when all that hard work is paying off. You go down the allotment with an empty box and come back with it completely full to the brim. This is what mischief I got … Continue reading →

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