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Allotment Diaries Podcast

The "Allotment Diaries Podcast" is a podcast that aims to provide an honest look at what it"s like to own an allotment plot. It discusses what has worked well as well as what has not worked so well.The podcast will also feature interviews with other allotment holders about their experiences and allotments, as well as special guests.For more information or to submit a question, please email allotmentdiariespodcast@gmail.com.

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All Episodes

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EP.54 | Jayne: An Allotmenteer and Mum of 2 Joins...

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2025/02/10

In this episode, Laura and Chay chat with Jaynes Wallace, an allotment enthusiast from the South East of England. They dive into everything from growing food to family dynamics, with Jaynes sharing her incredible expertise on crafting natural remedies to fend off those pesky winter bugs—starting with the magical "fire cider." Jaynes opens up about the rollercoaster of highs and lows she's experienced after five years with her allotment and how it’s become a haven for improving her family's me...

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EP.53 | Growing Into 2025: Laura and Chay's Plans for...

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2025/01/29

In this episode, Laura and Chay delve into their allotment plot plans for 2025, sharing what’s in their seed boxes and how they go about deciding where to plant what. They discuss the importance of crop rotation and other key factors that influence their planning for the new season.Listeners will get an intriguing insight into the different approaches Laura and Chay take to their plot layouts. While Laura sticks with the traditional bed system, Chay has opted for a more unconventional approac...

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EP.52 | From Belgium with Love: Mellisa Opens Up...

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2025/01/13

In this first episode of 2025, Laura and Chay are thrilled to welcome back Mellissa, who was a guest in 2023 (Episode 17). Since then, Mellissa’s life has seen its share of highs and lows, and in this episode, she opens up about the rollercoaster of 2024 and her exciting future ambitions.One of the most intriguing parts of this conversation is Mellissa's new book, currently in the drafting stage. She shares how her passion for gardening has deeply influenced the story she's crafting and how n...

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EP. 51 | Christmas Day Special: Holiday Cheer &...

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2024/12/25

In this extra-festive Christmas Day special episode, Laura and Chay are getting into the holiday spirit by sharing their Christmas Day plans. They take a fun trip down memory lane, reflecting on the highs and lows of 2024 on their plots, from epic wins to the challenges faced. As they wrap up the year, they reveal their next for the next episode and giving you a sneak peek of what's to come in 2025. Allotment Diaries Podcast like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy...

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EP. 50 | Beginning of a New Era: Meet Your New Host,...

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2024/12/20

In this episode, the Allotment Diaries Podcast welcomes their new host, Laura, who joins Chay to discuss the latest happenings at their allotment plots. They share a quick update on the progress they've made, including some successes and the challenges they've faced recently, such as the impact of Storm Darragh.Laura also talks about an exciting new rooted vegetable she's attempting to grow in 2025.Tune in for gardening insights, challenges, and a little bit of fun along the way!If you h...

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EP.49 | Laura and Chay talk about the use of...

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2024/11/25

In this episode, Laura and Chay chat about what they've been up to on their allotment plots lately (spoiler: not all of it involves growing vegetables). They dig into the hot topic of Polytunnels, Plastic Pots, Carpets, Tarps, and Tyres – the "go-to" materials for many allotment holders... or is it just lazy gardening? Laura and Chay debate the environmental impact of these materials while trying not to lose their minds over the sheer number of “weird things” people put in their plots. &...

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EP.48 | Veteran Allotmenteer Guest: Paul from Ipswich

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2024/11/11

In this episode, Laura and Chay have the pleasure of speaking with Paul Sutton, an experienced allotment holder from Ipswich. Paul explains how he got into allotmenting, gardening, and growing, and he takes us on a journey through the years, describing the changes he has seen and experienced.We also learn some fascinating stories based on his extensive experiences, as well as how he has overcome some of the challenges he has faced over the years. Paul is an excellent example of someone who is...

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EP.47 | Get to know Laura, our new stand-in co-host...

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2024/10/28

In this week's episode, we learn a little bit about Laura, the new co-host who will fill in for Amy while she is away.We learn about Laura's plot, how she acquired it, and why she chose an allotment plot. We also learn about the challenges she has faced with the plot, such as pests and soil issues. Finally, we get to learn about her future goals.Did you know that we are currently running a competition to win a high-quality pruner that will come in handy during your winter pruning work? The co...

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EP.46 | Special Guest: Dr Deborah Burn PhD, CEO of...

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2024/09/12

In this week's episode, Chay has a fascinating and in-depth conversation with Dr Deborah Burn PhD, CEO of Charity known as Green Allotments, and allotment holder for nearly 30 years. Deborah is a co-author of the Local Government Association's "Growing in the Community" allotment management best practice guide. She worked on a national project to increase the popularity of allotments from 2003 to 2011, and she received a PhD for her research on informal social cooperation among allotment...

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EP.45 | Special Guest: Louise Third MBE, an...

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2024/08/30

In this episode, Amy and Chay have the pleasure of speaking with Louise Third MBE, who at the age of 60 took on an allotment in 2020, prior to the pandemic. They discuss how she came to own an allotment plot, the challenges she faced, and the benefits to her mental and physical health.Louise also discusses her growing season in 2024 and the highs and lows of owning an allotment plot thus far. We also learn a little bit about Louise and the incredible charity work she has done, which has ...

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EP.44 | Amy's crocs with socks and our allotment plots.

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2024/08/16

If you have any comments or questions for future shows then you can send us a Text Message.In this episode, Amy and Chay catch up to discuss what they've been up to during their summer holidays so far, as well as what they've been up to on their plots lately. Amy discusses her latest footwear, 'crocs', much to Chay’s dismay. Chay discusses his pumpkins, among other vegetables, and how his plot has grown significantly in recent months.This is National Allotment Week, and the theme for this yea...

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EP.43 | Allotment activities, duck racing, and winter...

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2024/07/16

If you have any comments or questions for future shows then you can send us a Text Message.In this episode, Amy and Chay talk about what they've been doing on their allotment plots. While Amy has been busy volunteering at her annual local duck racing weekend, Chay has been working on his plot, weeding, sowing his winter 'Christmas dinner' vegetables, and feeding his plants. Chay also explains his new 'chop and drop' method for getting rid of weeds, much to Amy's surprise.Amy and Chay ar...

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EP.42 | Finally, allotmenteering in the sun and heat!

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2024/06/27

If you have any comments or questions for future shows then you can send us a Text Message.In this episode, Amy and Chay discuss Amy's recent visit to the BBC Gardeners Live Show in Birmingham. Unlike last year, Amy went beyond the free alcohol section to explore the rest of the show. She even got to see a few gardens!In other discussions, they discuss what they have been up to on their plot recently, what they intend to do in the coming weeks, and respond to some questions submitted by a few...

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EP.41 | Special guest on the show (Noah, 6 years old)

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2024/05/29

While Amy was away, Chay had the pleasure of speaking with the show's youngest guest, his son Noah (6 years old), who discusses what it's like to be a little person in the world of allotments and what the next generation of allotment holders will look like.In this world of information overload, opinions, and technological advancement, talking to a little person about what matters to them puts things in perspective and reminds us that the most basic things are often the most important.Noah als...

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EP.40 | Amy visits the RHS Chelsea Flower show 2024

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2024/05/23

The RHS Chelsea Flower Show is one of the world's greatest flower shows, featuring cutting-edge garden design, spectacular floral displays, and celebrity visitors. Amy had the pleasure of attending on behalf of the Allotment Diaries Podcast, and in this episode, she talks about her recent visit to the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. She describes what she saw, the celebrities she saw, and her thoughts on it. Also in the episode, Chay discusses the new plants he has been sowing as well as his most re...

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EP.39 | Despite the weather - the sow must go on!

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2024/05/02

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EP.38 | Chat with Kumud Gandhi, a food expert and the...

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2024/04/12

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EP.37 | All about allotments with Jonathan Moules.

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2024/03/28

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EP.36 | Chit Chat about Seeds, Sheds, Garden Shows...

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2024/03/18

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EP.35 | From Ballet to Garden Design with Andy Peasgood.

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2024/03/01

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