The search for the Good Life
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Land grabs and grow bags: The plot to feed the City of London
The City of London is growing fruit and vegetables in grow bags in vacant building sites to tackle the increasing demand for allotments.
National Trust backs boom in self-sufficiency
The National Trust is showing its support for the grow your own crusade by creating 1000 community allotments by 2012. 74 historic houses across Britain have agreed to hand over land for growing fruit and vegetables. From small parcels of soil for novice gardeners to large areas for community groups or schools, the land is … Continue reading
The Green City – London’s secret urban gardens uncovered
I went along to the Open Garden Squares Weekend in London to see how neglected urban space is being used for growing food in the City.
Richmond council defends rise in allotment fees
“If you want an allotment, you have to pay for it.” That’s the message from Richmond council who are scraping subsidies and increasing rent for allotments to make sites self-sufficient and save money. Many people have argued that the rent rises are unfair and they can’t afford them. But Allotments Officer Pete Lewis said: “Why should local … Continue reading
The search for the Good Life 