On this page you will find links to external websites. Although we make every effort to ensure these links are accurate, up to date and relevant, Penistone Allotment Society cannot take responsibility for pages maintained by external providers. The inclusion of any links does not necessarily imply a recommendation or endorse the views expressed within them.
- The National Allotment Society. Taken from their website, "The National Allotment Society (NSALG) is the leading national organisation upholding the interests and rights of the allotment community across the UK. We work with government at national and local levels, other organisations and landlords to provide, promote and preserve allotments for all. We offer support, guidance and advice to our members and those with an interest in allotment gardening. www.nsalg.org.uk/
- The Royal Horticultural Society. From their website " We're a UK charity established to share the best in gardening. We want to enrich everyone's life through plants, and make the UK a greener and more beautiful place." Website including all kinds of gardening advice, tips, blogs and forums.
www.rhs.org.uk/
- BBC Gardening An archived website containing a wide range of information, advice, troubleshooting and message-board.
www.bbc.co.uk/gardening/
- Wortley Hall Walled Garden The Society usually visits once a year and the head gardener has delivered talks at society meetings. Website contains information about events, crops, courses and volunteering opportunities.
www.wortleyorganic.org/
- Springvale Community Garden The Community Garden covers a 4 acre site in the Springvale area of Penistone. The garden opens a couple of days a week and offers a wide range of vegetables, fruit, plants and other produce as well as a small cafe on site. All work is carried out by volunteers.
www.springvaleonline.com/
- Charles Dowding "No Dig" approach to gardening For anyone interested in developing a "no-dig" approach to gardening, a starting point to learning more is through Charles's website. He has been an innovator of no dig organic gardening since 1983. Various resources available including Youtube videos.
www.charlesdowding.co.uk