Tag: News
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New committee member
We’re thrilled to announce that Jayne Slim has been co-opted to be on the SHAS committee.
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Plot holders invited to contribute to research
As a current Trafford Council allotment plot holder, you are invited to participate in research survey exploring the range of gardening practices that are used on allotments. This research will help to increase understanding of the variety of gardening practices on allotment sites, providing a foundation for further work across the borough with allotment societies…
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No dumping items in manure bays
This is a reminder that all the manure bays on site are for collection of mulching materials only and are not for dumping unwanted items or waste from your plot.
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Join the committee
Are you passionate about our allotment and eager to help guide its future? We invite interested SHAS members to join the SHAS Committee. No experience is needed: just enthusiasm, commitment, and a willingness to collaborate.
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Spiced Apple Cake Recipe
A lovely moist, lightly spiced cake which is a perfect way to use up windfall apples. Recipe sent in from one of our plot holders.
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New committee member
The SHAS committee is happy to announce that Matt Shrimpton (plot 50) has been co-opted to join the committee. Click the title to read an introduction by Matt
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New bench installed
The beautiful new bench donated to commemorate former plot holder Sarah Wilson is now in place outside the Hoe Down. Click the title to see photos.
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Padlocks getting jammed
When using the padlocks on the gates, especially the middle gate, make sure the clasp is firmly pushed down into the padlock before locking. If you don’t engage the clasp properly the padlock can jam and seize up causing access problems for others.
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Double check taps are off
A plot was flooded overnight because a tap had been left on, overflowing the trough and wasting unknown litres of water during a drought. This is not acceptable. Always double check you have turned off the taps before you leave the site.