Open Allotments and Growing

Sat 21 April

RiversideEH allotmentsALLOTMENT OPEN DAY
East Harpenden Gardening Club (EHGC)
Riverside allotments, Harpenden AL5 4XT.
Drop in 2pm – 5pm. FREE!

Come and see what fun you can have with an allotment. Talk to plot holders, get growing tips, learn about the health benefits, enjoy the scenery and wildlife. Come and grow with us. Entrance near the junction of Coldharbour Lane and Station Road (by the bridge).  www.ehgc.org

Sun 22nd April

beebutterflyhavenCREATE A BUTTERFLY HAVEN
CDA Herts
Community Garden
St Albans, Hixberry Lane, St Albans AL4 0TZ (on same Lane as Earthworks).
Drop in 10am – 2.30pm. FREE!

Come and help create a mini butterfy and bee friendly space with wild flowers and shrubs. CDA Herts in partnership with FoodSmiles, HERTBEATS and St Albans Beekeepers.  Book: email office@cdaherts.org.uk  Contact: Kate Belinis on 07940 111047.   www.cdaherts.org.uk

30-SADC AllotmentALLOTMENT OPEN DAY
Cottonmill & Nunnery Allotment Association
Cottonmill Lane, (next to Sub Aqua Club), St Albans AL1 1HJ.
11am – 2.30pm. Tours on the hour. FREE!

Come and see what goes on down at the plots. Talk to plot holders about growing your own food – get ideas for your garden or find out how to get a plot for yourself.  Will go ahead in light rain. Contact number 07939 260980. www.stalbansallotments.co.uk

FSCauliflowerCOME AND GROW!
FoodSmiles St Albans
Incredible Edible Civic Centre Garden, St Albans AL1 3LD.
Drop in 1pm – 4pm.  FREE!

Help sow and plant veggies-for-all in this community food garden. All welcome – no experience necessary.  If rainy, check @FoodSmilesStA or contact 07941 954530 on the day.  www.foodsmilesstalbans.org.uk

Wed 25th April

Asian HerbsOPEN HERB GARDEN – FOR ASIAN COOKING
Herts Asian Women’s Association
Habiba’s garden, CDA Community Gardens, Hixberry Lane, St Albans AL4 0TZ.
11am – 2pm.  FREE!

We will show you what herbs to grow and how to use them in Asian dishes.  If it rains – wear suitable outdoor clothing.

EARthworksOPEN EVENING AND PROJECT LAUNCH WITH SEED AND SEEDLING SWAP
Earthworks, St Albans
Hixberry Lane, St Albans AL4 0TZ.
5.30pm – 8pm.  FREE!

Introducing our new project supporting communities and developing green spaces. Enjoy our gardens, seed/seedling swap, music and refreshments. http://www.earthworksstalbans.co.uk

Sun 28th April

28336532_2023941727844184_6546545294381192178_oOPEN DAY – ORGANIC FOOD GROWING CO-OPERATIVE
FoodSmiles St Albans
Hammonds End Farm, Harpenden AL5 2AY
1.30pm – 4pm.  FREE!

Free tour, tea and cakes. Meet members who join for organic produce, exercise, fresh air, new skills, social/community interaction.  It will go ahead unless torrential rain. 07813 047463.

http://www.FoodSmilesStAlbans.org.uk