15 February 2010

Allotments are a popular way for those without the space to grow your own but demand seems to be on the increase and sapce is running out. The Stirling Observer reported this week reported an increase in demand for allotments in the town and the surrounding areas. In recent times the growth of interest in both organically produced food and in having an allotment has grown. This has also been influenced by the current financial situation and people concerned about their jobs, therefore it makes sense for them to grow their own produce.

Stirling Councils’ executive requested its officers meet with community councils and other interested parties, to discuss potential allotment sites and the future management of them.

Among other agencies involved in consultation are: Going Carbon Neutral Stirling, Active Stirling, NHS Forth Valley and the Scottish Allotment and Garden Society .

In response to a petition raised by Stirling residents in the Broomridge and Braehead areas, Stirling Council has agreed to consider establishing allotments in these areas. The Council already manages sites at Bridge of Allan, while sites at Bridgehaugh in Stirling, and Dunblane are managed by the Stirling Allotment Association and the Dunblane Allotment Group.

Council officers have pointed out that even if appropriate sites are found, funding will still have to be found to develop any sites. And times are tight.

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