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Northfields Allotments is London's oldest allotment. Follow for updates on all the goings-on at this precious green space in West London.

17/06/2026

Save the Date: Northfields Allotments Summer Open Day is almost here! 🌱

In just over two weeks, we'll be opening the gates to London's oldest allotment sites.

Whether you're an experienced gardener, curious about growing your own food, or simply looking for a lovely local afternoon out, there's plenty to discover.
🍓 Homegrown fruit and vegetables
🍯 Local honey, jams and chutneys
🐝 Meet our beekeepers
🌻 Explore the plots and chat with growers

📅 Sunday 5 July
⏰ 1pm–5pm
📍 Northfields Allotments

Free entry and everyone is welcome.

13/06/2026

Northfields Allotments Summer Open Day 2026
Come and explore our beautiful allotments on Sunday 5 July! Wander the plots, chat with plot holders, and enjoy a unique look at the fantastic variety of sheds - from practical to quirky, homemade to vintage.
Whether you're curious about growing your own or just love a good shed, there’s something for everyone!

06/06/2026

OPEN DAY – Sunday 5 July, 1pm–5pm 🌱

Love neat rows, productive plots and beautiful planting? Some of our allotments are a perfectionist's dream – even Peter Rabbit would struggle to resist a visit!

Join us at Northfields Allotments Summer Open Day and explore one of London's oldest allotment sites. Meet our beekeepers, discover what our plot holders are growing, and browse a selection of homegrown fruit, vegetables, jams and chutneys.

Whether you're an experienced gardener, curious about allotment life, or simply looking for a lovely local afternoon out, you'll find plenty to enjoy.

🎟️ Free entry
📍 Northfields Allotments
⏰ 1pm–5pm, Sunday 5 July

A warm welcome guaranteed.

24/05/2026

Unexpected visitors at the allotment this Bank Holiday weekend!

Yesterday (Saturday), two abandoned Indian Runner ducklings were discovered. Thanks to the quick thinking and kindness of our amazing allotment community, the ducklings were kept safe, fed, sheltered, and cared for while help was arranged.

After several hours of teamwork - including building a temporary enclosure and making sure the ducklings were comfortable, they were safely handed over to the London Wildlife Group, where they’ll now receive proper care.

A huge thank you to everyone who stepped in to help. From those who found them, to those who brought food, materials, and reassurance, it was a wonderful example of community spirit in action.

17/05/2026

Each year, Ealing Council dump a couple of trucks worth of compost somewhere in the borough (London). Yesterday it was in Acton, and several plot holders from Northfields were there to help distribute and bring back to Northfields Allotment

16/05/2026

From bare branches to blossom… and soon, the annual battle with the birds begins 🍒🌸🕊️

Our much-loved cherry tree at Northfields Allotments goes through an incredible transformation every spring. Just weeks ago it stood completely bare after winter, before bursting into beautiful blossom that fills the site with colour and signals the start of the growing season.

But as every allotment holder knows, blossom is only the beginning… because once the cherries start forming, it’s time to get the nets ready! Last year this tree produced an amazing harvest, and without protection the birds would happily enjoy most of it before we do.

It’s one of the best reminders of how quickly nature changes through the seasons - from winter dormancy, to spring blossom, to the promise of summer fruit.

28/04/2026

Based on the bank holiday weekend, and the size of the plants, we've decided to move the Spring Plant Sale to Saturday 9th May.

The plant stall will be open at the main gates from 14.00-17.00
We are planning to sell vegetable plug plants and annual flowers. Popular vegetables include tomatoes, cucumbers, pumpkins/squashes, sweetcorn and courgettes. Popular annual flowers include Cosmos and Zinnias.

25/04/2026

Protecting a living legacy at Northfields Allotments

Our perimeter hedgerow isn’t just a boundary - it’s a vital, protected ecosystem that’s been part of this site since 1832.

Recognised by Ealing Council as a Site of Importance for Nature Conservation (SINC), this ancient hedge plays a crucial role in supporting local biodiversity while shielding the allotments from the busy Northfields Avenue.

Carefully maintained by the Ealing Dean Allotment Society (EDAS), hundreds of native British trees have been planted to strengthen and restore gaps over time - including a newly replanted section where overgrowth had taken hold, now returned to traditional hawthorn hedging.

It’s home to an incredible range of wildlife - from birds and hedgehogs to protected stag beetles - and even acts as a navigation corridor for bats.

As we continue to care for this historic feature, we’re not just growing food - we’re nurturing a thriving habitat and preserving a piece of local natural heritage for future generations.

18/04/2026

Two weeks to go: Northfields Allotment Spring Plant Sale! 🌱

Just a reminder that our first ever dedicated plant sale event is coming up on Saturday 2nd May, 3–5pm at Northfields Allotment.

We’ve been busy growing a great selection of vegetable plug plants – including tomatoes, cucumbers, pumpkins & squashes, sweetcorn and courgettes – along with colourful annual flowers like cosmos and zinnias.

If you’re planning your garden this spring, this is a perfect chance to pick up healthy, locally grown plants 🌿

📍 Northfields Allotment
🕒 Saturday 2nd May, 3–5pm

Come early for the best choice; bring a bag; cash or card available – we’re looking forward to seeing you there!

05/04/2026

Three years, same tree, same date. Today's photo bursting with blossom, 2023 - not quite there.

Nature doesn’t run on our schedules - and that’s part of the magic of allotment life. Some years feel slow, others overflow. And sometimes, the quiet seasons are just building toward something bigger.

Last year this very tree gave us 65kg of cherries. Sixty-five! A reminder that even when things look a little behind, there’s often abundance on the way.

Patience, sunshine, and a bit of faith in the process.

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