

Discover the fascinating history and cultural significance of allotments in Britain, from their humble beginnings to their modern-day revival. Allotments explores the age-old connection between the British people and the land, tracing the evolution of allotments...

Allotments are small areas of land rented to individuals to grow their own food. Nowadays often thought of as havens of peace and quiet, the humble allotment has a surprisingly turbulent history. Born out of a philanthropic movement tied to social and moral control of the poor...