Issue - meetings

A brief presentation was given by Jane Anderson, a plot holder at the Marsh Lane Allotments, one of the oldest allotments in Haringey.

The site consisted of eighty-seven plots and was used by a wide range of people. The allotments were situated in a largely industrial area and provided an area of green space for local people to grown their own food. They also provided an opportunity for people from different sections of the community to try new foods and exchange ideas.

There was also a large element of recycling and a ‘trading shed’ had been established where seeds and plants were sold or swapped. Any profit derived from this was invested back into the allotments.

The social benefits of being a plot holder were an integral part of the experience and barbeques and other events were organised and these helped foster a sense of community. 

Following the presentation several people expressed concern at the length of the wait for allotments and it was suggested that there should be an increased drive to turn derelict pieces of land into spaces where people could grow food.