ALLOTMENT owners have laid the groundwork for their annual fundraising sale – literally.
Volunteers and committee members at Stalybridge’s Mottram Road Allotments Association are in the process of cultivating more than 12,000 plants so they can be ready for the event on May 11 and 12.
And all proceeds from the sale will help make sure the oasis of calm next to what is a very busy road can be maintained.
More than 80 allotments are squeezed into the site but everyone has got together to make sure this year’s sale is as good as it can be.
“All proceeds go to the association and that goes towards the upkeep, which comes under our remit” said Mark Stones, of the MRAA.
“It’s mainly bedding and border plants. There are a few perennials and a few vegetables”
And the annual sale provides vital funds that keep the Mottram Road allotments in good condition.
Gates open for the sale at 9.00am and the sale goes on until 3pm on both days. This is a CASH ONLY event
Hi where abouts on mott Rd are you thanks
Hi Colette, the gates to the allotment entrance are before the Priory Tennis Club on the right, going up Mottram Road (heading towards Mottram)
Is parking available? Hubby disabled so can’t walk far
Will there be any herbs please?
I’m from St George’s Church, Stalybridge and we are holding a Spring Fair on Saturday. We’re looking to have a plant stall. Would you be able to supply the plants for us or alternatively would you like to hire a stall (£10)
Payment is cash or cheque only please
Cool stuff, will have to fly over and check it out. )
What is the prices of the plants just so we know to bring enough cash with us