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Monday 28th November 2016 – Harvesting Salsify, Horseradish and Jerusalem Artichokes

Posted on November 28, 2016 by clairesallotment

It’s been a while since I’ve been on my allotment, but because it’s November there isn’t much happening. I managed to get on my plot for a couple of hours this morning, and it was great to be back there … Continue reading →

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Wednesday 9th December 2015 – I’m still plodding on.

Posted on December 11, 2015 by clairesallotment

I know I keep saying this, but I really shouldn’t be up the allotment digging over beds at this time of year! It’s just so weird. Never mind, I’m not knocking it! And it was a glorious day today, felt … Continue reading →

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Claire’s Allotment – Part 265 – All sorts harvested!

Posted on November 13, 2015 by clairesallotment

Here is my latest video: When I’m talking about Jerusalem Artichokes, see if you can spot my frog (bottom right of the screen).

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Wednesday 24th June 2015 – The farty veggies are in!!

Posted on June 25, 2015 by clairesallotment

Well some people think that Brussels Sprouts make you fart, but others disagree. To be honest we don’t need any help in our house when it comes to being wind, at BOTH ends, not just the one end. So this morning … Continue reading →

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Monday 4th May 2015 – The force was strong with me today!!

Posted on May 4, 2015 by clairesallotment

Bank Holiday Monday, but also known as Star Wars day!! I left Mark and the kids at home to watch as many of the Star Wars films as they wanted, and I went for some “Me Time” on my allotment. … Continue reading →

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Monday 5th January 2015 – Leeks, the vegetables not the burst pipe kind.

Posted on January 5, 2015 by clairesallotment

I know that it’s a few days late, but HAPPY 2015 TO YOU ALL!! I hope that you have a great year, and that your Christmas and New Year celebrations were amazing. Our Christmas and New Year was a little … Continue reading →

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Friday 14th November 2014 – Hello allotment, it’s been a while!

Posted on November 14, 2014 by clairesallotment

I’ve not been to my allotment for about 3 weeks now. Yes I know that sounds awful, but we’ve had half term and I was decorating the kids rooms, and then for the past couple of weeks I’ve been working … Continue reading →

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Our trip to Scotney Castle, Kent.

Posted on August 5, 2014 by clairesallotment

Today the kids and I went to Scotney Castle near Tunbridge Wells, Kent. It’s a really beautiful fairy tale place, and has only been opened to the public for the last 6 or 7 years. It’s National Trust, so we … Continue reading →

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Monday 7th July 2014 – Rain rain go away come back another day (like tomorrow morning when I’m working)

Posted on July 7, 2014 by clairesallotment

According to the weather forecast this morning we weren’t supposed to get rain showers until this afternoon. Clearly the weather wasn’t listening to Carol Kirkwood. There I was minding my own business up the allotment this morning when a few … Continue reading →

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Friday 4th July 2014 – I did water, honestly!

Posted on July 4, 2014 by clairesallotment

Today is another very hot day, actually warmer than yesterday (the car said 26.5), but still with a very pleasant breeze which really helps. So this morning I weeded and watered several beds very thoroughly. I’m able to get through them … Continue reading →

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