http://whitehillallotment.zoomshare.com/2.shtml Whitehill Allotment Society Web Site: News & Info Tue, 08 Jul 2008 03:01:12 -0500 http://whitehillallotment.zoomshare.com/2.shtml/909301ba76dbcbe56a304d77bea5f0ed_482a977d.writeback Wed, 14 May 2008 02:40:45 -0500 The committee is pleased to announce that Whitehill Allotment Society has been awarded the North West Counties Allotment Association cup in relation to 'Regeneration of a Derelict allotment site' namely the rejuvenation of the community / wildlife area. Congratulations to all those who have put so much effort into this scheme. Of course a picture of the trophy is in the photos section of the site! http://whitehillallotment.zoomshare.com/2.shtml/c8c916c5669622451304208502dd9c2d_47822782.writeback Mon, 07 Jan 2008 07:22:12 -0600 Thanks to the efforts of the Chairman over the last two months of 2007, the society has received grants from the SMBC local area funds, greenspace grant scheme and the National Lottery 'Awards for All' scheme. This is no mean feat given the amount of time and effort it took and the paperwork involved as well as the compilation / research into the content of the actual submissions, in fact the total a present stands at aproximately £7,700!!! All these funds are to be put towards improving the wildlife area and upgrading the small 'classroom' building for the local schools and community groups to use. All this over the coming months of 2008. This is an exciting time for the society and the schemes will be photographed to record what goes on and record progress throughout the project duration. http://whitehillallotment.zoomshare.com/2.shtml/4e97f7a91dac3144d5a4aa0fc45d3c31_46d67407.writeback Thu, 30 Aug 2007 02:38:47 -0500 The Society has proudly been awarded the accolade of being voted 'Most improved in Borough' in the 2007 awards scheme run by the local council held in conjunction with SMAGA (Stockport Metropolitan Allotment Garden Association). This is due to the efforts of the committee, assisted by members of the allotment site community (too many to mention individually) in achieving projects such as improved drainage, water supply roadways and facilities. The development of the wildlife area with seating and more ponds and many other things to numerous to mention. The overall appearance of the site has dramatically improved over 2006- 2007 and this must be working as there is a small but none- the-less important waiting list for plots! So on behalf of all the committee - a big THANKYOU. John G. Chairman http://whitehillallotment.zoomshare.com/2.shtml/2e47445249b3f1a11397219ca6c0bb24_4689f640.writeback Tue, 03 Jul 2007 02:09:52 -0500 Whitehill Allotments are located on the boundaries of Reddish, Heaton Chapel and Heaton Norris. The easiest way to find us is off the end of Whitehill Street West, South Reddish at the end / entrance of this street is the Ash Public house. 100 yards back are the entrance gates. These gates being before the fire station buildings and directly opposite Whitehill Junior School. Parking is ample along this road. If you intend to visit contact a member of the committee to meet you (details in another posting) and please do not obstruct the gates - these could be needed in an emergency. Facilities include: a unisex toilet, a trading store(which can supply basic sundries such as fertilisers, canes, pots and peat etc)easy access to the site and plots with a good quality roadway (No parking on site), water standpipes located at 6 points around the site, a friendly atmosphere and a large members hut with an active committee, which is vital to keeping any site going, newsletters and information on whats going on to keep you up to date with society news! Plus nice peaceful surroundings. http://whitehillallotment.zoomshare.com/2.shtml/38e96e0af2d7632f04d90a9f481a7c9c_4689f608.writeback Tue, 03 Jul 2007 02:08:56 -0500 STOP PRESS: Whitehill at present has no vacant plots - there is a waiting list consisting of at least 15 people, however if you wish to be added to this list please use the e-mail address to send your details and you will be added to it. Alternatively you can use the links section of the site to contact the council to seek alternative sites information. The Person(s) below are available to discuss plot availability: John Grimshaw Tel: 0161 442 9791 Evenings before (9 o'clock please) e mail: whitehillallotment@zoomshare.com Thanks http://whitehillallotment.zoomshare.com/2.shtml/5f0b519875c182a5963bb81437e3b4ff_4689f5d9.writeback Tue, 03 Jul 2007 02:08:09 -0500 COMMITTEE DATES FOR THE YEAR 2008 These are every second Sunday of the month. Meetings start at 10.00am and last for approximately an hour in the committee / members hut. http://whitehillallotment.zoomshare.com/2.shtml/87c90bb555b85ad05cc269230122610f_4689f590.writeback Tue, 03 Jul 2007 02:06:56 -0500 Well the site is looking very good - a credit to all those of us who have helped out, from the youngest to some of our more older members!!! The water main now offers all a chance to get fresh water at a reasonable distance from their plot and the drains appear to have been successful , given the vast amount of water that has hit the site in the last few months. Wildlife - this area is immense, thanks to the secretary (Mike) we have had some media exposure in the Stockport Times and Express / Advertiser on the new wildlife friendly area. In fact it has gone so well that we have a resident family of ducks....the proud mother wandering around the site with 10 ducklings..now as big as herself! a success in anyones books! Also the council is impressed with the site and so are the committee - there are now limited plots available, with plots now being halved to ensure that manageable areas are given to busy folk. We have an on / off waiting list - which means if you are reading this and were thinking of a plot - do not worry - get in touch and we can put you on the list or even get you straight onto a plot (you nver know) - tenancies do change for a variety of reasons so you may get one quicker than you think. Onwards and upwards.... http://whitehillallotment.zoomshare.com/2.shtml/b52c428cdccb7bcd2ec3ae9397e8bb82_45f8fd14.writeback Thu, 15 Mar 2007 03:00:20 -0500 The following amounts are the rent for plots from November 2007 - November 2008: £33 for a full plot (£20 Leisure pass) £17 for half plot £41 for a Chicken plot (£24 Leisure pass) These are subject to a sliding scale of rent, reducing as the year goes on reflecting your start date until next collection in November. Due to the fact that there are now a limited number available at any one time, the plots can be discussed on a telephone call / e-mail or site visit - please use the contacts section for relevant details and to set up a meeting. http://whitehillallotment.zoomshare.com/2.shtml/d34c28afcbd3ec4d25d406c94c52fbca_45f8fcd9.writeback Thu, 15 Mar 2007 02:59:21 -0500 It has now got to the point on site that there are very few plots left , at time of posting very few indeed one full and one half plot - with people showing interest all the time, especially so as allotments are getting more and more publicity nationally in the press. The plots that are left do require work to bring them up to scatch - but thats all in the nature of allotmenting anyway. Think of them as a blank (well green at any rate) canvas for you to make your mark on. All the plots needed digging over and clearing at some time or other - and , as all newcomers are told 'do little and often' and you will not get fed up, put off and you can accomplish amazing effects as well as achieving a lot of satisfaction. So, if a bit of hard work for the result of eating fresh fruit and veg - that you grew is your thing and you have the time and commitment then get in touch. We will be glad to show you around and introduce you to the other plotholders and try to help you get started on what is a very rewarding pastime. Regards The Committee Feb 07 http://whitehillallotment.zoomshare.com/2.shtml/a2ec1e925ac1cfc1e079f2d62e4e954d_45f8fc83.writeback Thu, 15 Mar 2007 02:57:55 -0500 Well the digger was finally organised, the weather stayed good and the committee roused itself for what was a good full weekends work in adding three more taps around the site to ease the burden on our members of having to walk quite a distance to get water in summer. In fact due to the help we received from the general membership over the weekend in laying the ducts and pipe, the digger (many thanks to Denis) was able to put in two ponds on the wildlife area and a short run of drainage to one of the wetter plots. Pictures of the mains being put in are available on the pictures section of the site. This should be the last big project on site for a few years now - drains , water and wildlife area have been addressed and , apart from a little more work , wil be finished by summer !!!! Once again thanks go to those resilient band of volunteers that attended site and gave it their all - thankyou.