Bower Hinton Allotment Association
Martock Parish Council works closely alongside the Bower Hinton Allotment Association to keep the allotments in good running order. The Allotment Association is a group of plot holders who help to maintain the allotment site and act as a liaison point with the Council.
The Allotment Association acts a communal voice when problems arise or improvements are needed to help the Council ensure the allotment is run as efficiently as possible. It also provides a sense of community and belonging from beginners to seasoned gardeners. They offer opportunity to meet like minded people who share a passion for gardening with people always willing to share their knowledge and advice. Many have been plot holders for many year and can offer tips on soil types, what grows well, weather patterns or things like
common bird and pest problems. This can be invaluable if you are a beginner just starting out.
To join Bower Hinton Allotment Association you need to hold an allotment plot and contact the Association Secretary for the necessary paperwork (details below).
The BHAA hold Working Party weekends are usually held once a month with dates which will be circulated. Plot holders are encouraged to give a little time on these weekends to contribute towards ongoing projects for the benefit of our plot holder community.
Open meetings are held, usually 4 times a year, for plot holders to attend and have their say on any issues and ideas concerning the allotments. These dates will be circulated.
The BHAA will hold an AGM once a year for the Committee to report on the past year including the financial status of the Association.
Communal Plot 9C
This plot has been designated by the Committee for communal use of all plot holders, and consists of a garden area with barbecue, a polytunnel for plot holders to bring on plants and seeds and a shed to use as a kitchen during inclement weather. Water butt’s are located at the side of the shed and are for the use of plots holders who do not have access to water on their plot. Please feel free to use this area and leave it as you find it.
All up to date information from the BHAA and forth coming events can be found on:
Notice board on entry to the allotment site
BHAA website – www.bhaa.co.uk
Social Media – Instagram @bower_hinton_allotments @ourlittle_communal_plot