When
Did Allotment Week Begin?
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Started in 2002,
National Allotments Week was launched by the National Allotment Society (NSALG). ·
Its original aim was to raise awareness
about the importance of allotments and to encourage councils to protect and
maintain them. ·
Over the years, it has grown into a major
event in the gardening calendar. |
Why Was It Created?
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The early 2000s saw: ·
Declining allotment numbers ·
Urban development pressures ·
Less public awareness of their benefits Allotment
Week was created to: ·
Promote the social, environmental, and
health value of allotments ·
Encourage new growers ·
Push for political support and protection
of allotment sites |
Modern Relevance
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Today, National Allotments Week is more
important than ever due to: ·
Rising interest in homegrown food ·
Environmental concerns ·
Long waiting lists for plots ·
The role of gardening in mental health It
celebrates not just growing vegetables, but growing communities. |
This
year's theme is Allotments and Wellbeing
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This theme highlights how allotment
gardening enhances: ·
Mental
health – through reduced stress, improved mood,
and a sense of achievement ·
Physical
health – via outdoor activity and exercise . ·
Nutritional
wellbeing – by growing fresh, healthy produce ·
Social
connection – fostering community through shared
gardening, events, and open days Find out more about National Allotments Week
(external link) |
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