News 25 May 2018:
1. GARDENS AND ALLOTMENTS COMPETITIONS
Here is an invitation to enter our annual competitions for
Best Front Garden
Best kept Allotment
Most Improved Allotment (open to tenants in their first full year)
There are many good plots out there that the judges would love to see and as we are an Association of gardeners there must be plenty of inspiring front gardens waiting to win the cash prizes.
For gardens, the judges take into account the condition of plants, colour and harmony, design and layout, lasting potential and cleanliness (weed free).
On allotments they look at quality of crops, condition of plot eg weed free, environmental approach to production and diversity of crops. Please have a go, it cost you nothing and the odds of winning are high. The application form is at the end of this edition and the closing date is Sunday 1st July.
2. ANNUAL SHOW
Our "Great Village Show" is at Oak Grove College again this year on Saturday 1st. September. This is later than usual to avoid clashing with the Worthing Horticultural Society's summer show. You can find everything you need to know in the show schedule, copies of which are now in our shops, so pick one up and get involved. It is our main event of the year and has something for everyone, fruit, vegetables, flowers, flower arranging, cooking, craft, photography and wine. If you are new to shows, that is no problem, we have a novice section just for you, so please take part it really is fun. As usual we have a section for children, so please make sure your children and grandchildren take part, we know they love it.
There will be all the usual sales stalls and the refreshments will again include tea and homemade cakes and a barbeque. As usual, the award winning gardens will be open for you to stroll around and the children's play area will be available to keep the youngsters amused.
Of course, a big event like this relies on many willing hands, and although we have a wonderful team, we always need more hands to spread the load so if can help in any way for part of the time please ring me on 01293 243216 or e mail jackpowis@hotmail.co.uk. I look forward to hearing from you.
See you there.
Jack Powis, Show Secretary.
1. GARDENS AND ALLOTMENTS COMPETITIONS
Here is an invitation to enter our annual competitions for
Best Front Garden
Best kept Allotment
Most Improved Allotment (open to tenants in their first full year)
There are many good plots out there that the judges would love to see and as we are an Association of gardeners there must be plenty of inspiring front gardens waiting to win the cash prizes.
For gardens, the judges take into account the condition of plants, colour and harmony, design and layout, lasting potential and cleanliness (weed free).
On allotments they look at quality of crops, condition of plot eg weed free, environmental approach to production and diversity of crops. Please have a go, it cost you nothing and the odds of winning are high. The application form is at the end of this edition and the closing date is Sunday 1st July.
2. ANNUAL SHOW
Our "Great Village Show" is at Oak Grove College again this year on Saturday 1st. September. This is later than usual to avoid clashing with the Worthing Horticultural Society's summer show. You can find everything you need to know in the show schedule, copies of which are now in our shops, so pick one up and get involved. It is our main event of the year and has something for everyone, fruit, vegetables, flowers, flower arranging, cooking, craft, photography and wine. If you are new to shows, that is no problem, we have a novice section just for you, so please take part it really is fun. As usual we have a section for children, so please make sure your children and grandchildren take part, we know they love it.
There will be all the usual sales stalls and the refreshments will again include tea and homemade cakes and a barbeque. As usual, the award winning gardens will be open for you to stroll around and the children's play area will be available to keep the youngsters amused.
Of course, a big event like this relies on many willing hands, and although we have a wonderful team, we always need more hands to spread the load so if can help in any way for part of the time please ring me on 01293 243216 or e mail jackpowis@hotmail.co.uk. I look forward to hearing from you.
See you there.
Jack Powis, Show Secretary.
News 25 May 2018:
Recent Committee Changes
The WAGA Committee would like to thank Paul Eustice and Rik and Lorraine Pease for all of their hard work on the committee and in the WAGA shops. They will all still be about but focusing on WAM projects.
The Committee would like to welcome back as Acting Chair Ian Dunster.
The revised committee members list can be viewed on the WAGA Website at: https://waga1.weebly.com/committee-members.html
Treasurer
Due to the passing of Graham Strong we are looking for a new Treasurer. You don’t need any previous experience as all training is given, but it would help if you enjoy working with numbers. If you have done this sort of job before or if you would like to learn a new skill then please contact me at:
secretary@worthingallotments.co.uk
Recent Committee Changes
The WAGA Committee would like to thank Paul Eustice and Rik and Lorraine Pease for all of their hard work on the committee and in the WAGA shops. They will all still be about but focusing on WAM projects.
The Committee would like to welcome back as Acting Chair Ian Dunster.
The revised committee members list can be viewed on the WAGA Website at: https://waga1.weebly.com/committee-members.html
Treasurer
Due to the passing of Graham Strong we are looking for a new Treasurer. You don’t need any previous experience as all training is given, but it would help if you enjoy working with numbers. If you have done this sort of job before or if you would like to learn a new skill then please contact me at:
secretary@worthingallotments.co.uk
News 25 May 2018:
Graham Strong
With great regret, we have to announce that Graham Strong, Treasurer and plot holder at Humber, passed away in May 2018.
Graham was cared for at St Barnabas Hospice and should you wish to make a donation this would be a good choice.
Graham Strong
With great regret, we have to announce that Graham Strong, Treasurer and plot holder at Humber, passed away in May 2018.
Graham was cared for at St Barnabas Hospice and should you wish to make a donation this would be a good choice.
News 25 May 2018:
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
I am sure by now you will have heard of these new regulations that came into force on the 25th of May 2018. Possibly you may have wondered why you have not received an email or a letter from WAGA asking you to tick or sign something. Fortunately for and Association like WAGA we can use the legal basis known as “Legitimate interest” which means we don’t need to email our existing members for new consent. We need to store your data in a secure fashion (password protected) and only keep it as long as we legitimately need it. We also need a mechanism that allows our members to unsubscribe from communications or ask us to never contact them again (Please don’t do that). There are a few other bits and pieces but nothing to arduous. That is about it, so not so bad really.
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
I am sure by now you will have heard of these new regulations that came into force on the 25th of May 2018. Possibly you may have wondered why you have not received an email or a letter from WAGA asking you to tick or sign something. Fortunately for and Association like WAGA we can use the legal basis known as “Legitimate interest” which means we don’t need to email our existing members for new consent. We need to store your data in a secure fashion (password protected) and only keep it as long as we legitimately need it. We also need a mechanism that allows our members to unsubscribe from communications or ask us to never contact them again (Please don’t do that). There are a few other bits and pieces but nothing to arduous. That is about it, so not so bad really.
News 25 May 2018:
Plastics
At the moment there is lots in the news about the blight of plastic and lots of pressure on us all to use it less and recycle it where possible.
Since getting an allotment, I have noticed ways in which people are very creative with unwanted materials and thought it would be interesting to find different ways of using plastic rather than discarding it. At West Tarring allotments we have several examples of this, some practical and others which are really creative. I thought it would be interesting to share these and ask other people to pass on other useful ideas to our members.
Plastics
At the moment there is lots in the news about the blight of plastic and lots of pressure on us all to use it less and recycle it where possible.
Since getting an allotment, I have noticed ways in which people are very creative with unwanted materials and thought it would be interesting to find different ways of using plastic rather than discarding it. At West Tarring allotments we have several examples of this, some practical and others which are really creative. I thought it would be interesting to share these and ask other people to pass on other useful ideas to our members.
>You can line a compost bin with used compost bags. This helps the bin to heat up and create compost quicker.
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If you’re not ready to give up on Metaldehyde slug pellets (The blue ones) here is another way to recycle plastic. Make a slug trap. The top is from a fruit juice bottle. The pellet holder is a milk bottle cap. Both threaded onto a six-inch nail and are separated by some transparent tubing. The top shields the pellets from the rain so no blue liquid forms and the pellets can last for a couple of months. It works very effectively with just for or five pellets and if used in a netted area there is very little chance that poisoned slugs will be eaten by birds or mammals.
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News 22 May 2018:
WAGA can offer our members a 30% reduction on visits to all four RHS Gardens at Harlow Carr, Hyde Hall, Rosemoor and Wisley with Reduced Price Entry cards.
Each card admits two adults, and is valid from March - February every year. WAGA has 2 of these cards, so if you would like to use them just contact Secretary@worthingallotments.co.uk
WAGA can offer our members a 30% reduction on visits to all four RHS Gardens at Harlow Carr, Hyde Hall, Rosemoor and Wisley with Reduced Price Entry cards.
Each card admits two adults, and is valid from March - February every year. WAGA has 2 of these cards, so if you would like to use them just contact Secretary@worthingallotments.co.uk
News 22 May 2018:
Organic Slug/Pest Treatments available in the Association Shops
Now is the time when we all become obsessed with protecting our plants from and getting rid of a variety of nasty pests. Top of the list is always slugs. We all hate them and they can do terrible damage which is so frustrating.
What is also awful is the damage we can do to our local wildlife if we use non-organic ways of treating this problem. At Chesswood Farm site, they recently found 3 dead hedgehogs. These may or may not have been poisoned by people using ordinary slug pellets.
You can always tell if non-organic pellets have been used as the ground has dead bodies and lots of nasty slimy mess! These dead slugs will be eaten by hungry birds who take them to their nests, or by hedgehogs looking for food. It would be so much better all round if they caught live slugs to eat and then they would live to do the same the next day!
If you use organic slug pellets, the slugs go underground to die, so no dead bodies and no nasty slime!
Don’t believe people who say these products do not work. I have been using them for the last 10 years at the allotments at West Tarring and they are very effective.
You can also use other products to invigorate your plants to make them more resistant to attack. We sell several organic alternatives to tradition products in all of our shops.
Organic slug pellets - £3/£4.60
Organic weedkiller - £5.50/£15
Grazers plant invigorator whitefly/slug - £4.30
SB Invigorator - £3
Although, other products may be cheaper to buy, if you encourage wildlife safely to your plot it will help you by eating unwanted bugs and pests week after week.
Janet Robins
Trading Secretary
Further information on slug pellets:
Using organic pellets is the best way to avoid the unintentional poisoning of Hedgehogs. There are 2 types of chemical used in blue pellets Metaldehyde and Methiocarb. The less common methiocarb is about ten times more poisonous than metaldehyde, thus posing far greater danger to other animals, so avoid those. Research indicates that Hedgehogs are not likely to be harmed by eating slugs that have been poisoned by Methaldehyde, (see study @ https://ptes.org/hedgehog-papers/gemmeke-1995-hedgehog-metaldehyde-pesticides-secondary-poisoning-slugs/ ). The problem is more likely to be caused by poor application of the poison by placing it in piles where large quantities can eaten directly or it could become stuck to a food source such as bread or the body of a dead slug.
Organic Slug/Pest Treatments available in the Association Shops
Now is the time when we all become obsessed with protecting our plants from and getting rid of a variety of nasty pests. Top of the list is always slugs. We all hate them and they can do terrible damage which is so frustrating.
What is also awful is the damage we can do to our local wildlife if we use non-organic ways of treating this problem. At Chesswood Farm site, they recently found 3 dead hedgehogs. These may or may not have been poisoned by people using ordinary slug pellets.
You can always tell if non-organic pellets have been used as the ground has dead bodies and lots of nasty slimy mess! These dead slugs will be eaten by hungry birds who take them to their nests, or by hedgehogs looking for food. It would be so much better all round if they caught live slugs to eat and then they would live to do the same the next day!
If you use organic slug pellets, the slugs go underground to die, so no dead bodies and no nasty slime!
Don’t believe people who say these products do not work. I have been using them for the last 10 years at the allotments at West Tarring and they are very effective.
You can also use other products to invigorate your plants to make them more resistant to attack. We sell several organic alternatives to tradition products in all of our shops.
Organic slug pellets - £3/£4.60
Organic weedkiller - £5.50/£15
Grazers plant invigorator whitefly/slug - £4.30
SB Invigorator - £3
Although, other products may be cheaper to buy, if you encourage wildlife safely to your plot it will help you by eating unwanted bugs and pests week after week.
Janet Robins
Trading Secretary
Further information on slug pellets:
Using organic pellets is the best way to avoid the unintentional poisoning of Hedgehogs. There are 2 types of chemical used in blue pellets Metaldehyde and Methiocarb. The less common methiocarb is about ten times more poisonous than metaldehyde, thus posing far greater danger to other animals, so avoid those. Research indicates that Hedgehogs are not likely to be harmed by eating slugs that have been poisoned by Methaldehyde, (see study @ https://ptes.org/hedgehog-papers/gemmeke-1995-hedgehog-metaldehyde-pesticides-secondary-poisoning-slugs/ ). The problem is more likely to be caused by poor application of the poison by placing it in piles where large quantities can eaten directly or it could become stuck to a food source such as bread or the body of a dead slug.
News 04 May 2018:
News 31 March 2018: Tea and cake afternoon:
Due to an extremely bad weather forecast John and Sarah have decided to cancel Easter Monday Afternoon tea and cakes at West Tarring allotments.
They may try again on the May Day bank holiday
Due to an extremely bad weather forecast John and Sarah have decided to cancel Easter Monday Afternoon tea and cakes at West Tarring allotments.
They may try again on the May Day bank holiday
News 28 March 2018: 70th Anniversary:
The association is celebrating 70 years! Commemorative mugs are available in our shops for £4.00.
The association is celebrating 70 years! Commemorative mugs are available in our shops for £4.00.
News 28 March 2018: Slabs at West Tarring Shop:
There will be some slabs delivered to the West Tarring site this week. They will be near to the shop. Please help yourselves, but we would appreciate a small donation towards petrol used for delivery. Just bring it along to the shop.
There will be some slabs delivered to the West Tarring site this week. They will be near to the shop. Please help yourselves, but we would appreciate a small donation towards petrol used for delivery. Just bring it along to the shop.
News 22 March 2018: Seed Potatoes Half Price:
From this weekend the remaining seed potatoes will be £1.50. Hurry whilst stocks last as there won't be anymore until next year!
From this weekend the remaining seed potatoes will be £1.50. Hurry whilst stocks last as there won't be anymore until next year!
News 21 March 2018: Cancelled Easter Monday:
Sarah & John Scrace will be holding a tea and cake afternoon on Easter Monday on Plot 90 West Tarring site from 2-4pm. Please bring own cup/mug if possible. All welcome but weather permitting, will only cancel if heavy rain or snow!
Last year people gave a voluntary donation to cover costs and the remainder we gave to WAGA. Cancelled
Sarah & John Scrace will be holding a tea and cake afternoon on Easter Monday on Plot 90 West Tarring site from 2-4pm. Please bring own cup/mug if possible. All welcome but weather permitting, will only cancel if heavy rain or snow!
Last year people gave a voluntary donation to cover costs and the remainder we gave to WAGA. Cancelled
News 20 March 2018: Winston Seed Potatoes:
Important notice for anyone who sourced Winston seed potatoes from the WAGA shops this year. Our supplier has advised that their stocks of this variety have had to be withdrawn as the potatoes are infected with a fungal disease. The potatoes should be burnt or thrown away, do not add them to your compost heap, and if you've already put them in the ground then it would be wise to lift them again.
This only affects the Winston first earlies, all other varieties are safe to use.
If you did buy some then please go to your nearest shop for a refund, but don't bring the spuds with you! Sorry for any inconvenience.
Important notice for anyone who sourced Winston seed potatoes from the WAGA shops this year. Our supplier has advised that their stocks of this variety have had to be withdrawn as the potatoes are infected with a fungal disease. The potatoes should be burnt or thrown away, do not add them to your compost heap, and if you've already put them in the ground then it would be wise to lift them again.
This only affects the Winston first earlies, all other varieties are safe to use.
If you did buy some then please go to your nearest shop for a refund, but don't bring the spuds with you! Sorry for any inconvenience.
News 02 March 2018: Shop Opening:
Due to the weather conditions please be aware that the Association shops may close early this weekend.
Due to the weather conditions please be aware that the Association shops may close early this weekend.
News 23 February 2018: Onions & Shallots:
News 12 January 2018: Potato Orders:
Sarpo Mira Potatoes Unfortunately the crop for Sarpo Mira potatoes has failed this year. We have taken a substitute variety, Setanta, and we have details of this in the shops. If you have ordered Sarpo Mira, and do not wish to have this substitute, please talk to shop staff or phone Janet Robins on 01903 266522.
Sarpo Mira Potatoes Unfortunately the crop for Sarpo Mira potatoes has failed this year. We have taken a substitute variety, Setanta, and we have details of this in the shops. If you have ordered Sarpo Mira, and do not wish to have this substitute, please talk to shop staff or phone Janet Robins on 01903 266522.
News 17 November 2017: Climate Change:
A link to a very interesting report commissioned and published by the RHS
https://www.rhs.org.uk/science/pdf/RHS-Gardening-in-a-Changing-Climate-Report.pdf
A link to a very interesting report commissioned and published by the RHS
https://www.rhs.org.uk/science/pdf/RHS-Gardening-in-a-Changing-Climate-Report.pdf
News 05 October 2017: Frangipani anyone?
Message just come in - James is local to Worthing and has a collection of Plumeria Rubra which he wants to extend, hoping to make a national collection. He now has 9 different varieties and would supply plants to enthusiasts.
Propagating and growing these plants in our climate is difficult but he would advise.
If you want to discuss it contact james@aerobrit.co.uk
News 14 August 2017: Free Talk.
On Wed October 4th, 7.30 pm. at Field Place, Neil Helyer, the Integrated Pest Management Specialist at Fargro, will give a talk on Pest Control. Members free, non-members £1. Book a place by email chair@worthingallotments.co.uk or ring 01903 529084.
On Wed October 4th, 7.30 pm. at Field Place, Neil Helyer, the Integrated Pest Management Specialist at Fargro, will give a talk on Pest Control. Members free, non-members £1. Book a place by email chair@worthingallotments.co.uk or ring 01903 529084.
News 02 August 2017: 26th August West Tarring BBQ.
As we had to cancel the ceilidh on 26th August we are instead holding a BBQ on that day at Tarring, starting at 7pm. As usual, we don't take money in advance in case it is rained off but need to know how many carnivores and vegetarians might attend so we can prepare supplies. Please send expressions of interest asap to chair@worthingallotments.co.uk, stating how many and whether you require a vegetarian option. Also pass it on to anyone without facebook access or a tendency not to read notice boards. Cwd may follow around November 5th but we'll let you know.
As we had to cancel the ceilidh on 26th August we are instead holding a BBQ on that day at Tarring, starting at 7pm. As usual, we don't take money in advance in case it is rained off but need to know how many carnivores and vegetarians might attend so we can prepare supplies. Please send expressions of interest asap to chair@worthingallotments.co.uk, stating how many and whether you require a vegetarian option. Also pass it on to anyone without facebook access or a tendency not to read notice boards. Cwd may follow around November 5th but we'll let you know.
News 02 August 2017: Association Shops.
The shops are after feedback on how the well you did with the potatoes they provided this year. If you bought from them could you spare a few moments to let Janet know by email (a) which variety/ies you used and (b) how well they did? janetrobins05@yahoo.co.uk
The shops are after feedback on how the well you did with the potatoes they provided this year. If you bought from them could you spare a few moments to let Janet know by email (a) which variety/ies you used and (b) how well they did? janetrobins05@yahoo.co.uk
News 02 August 2017: Visits for next summer.
We are considering a cunning plan for next July. A large group - perhaps a coach taking 50 people, can visit Loseley Park during the day. This could be quite cheap - perhaps £5 plus coach fare, A smaller group - maximum 20 - can combine this with a visit to Hogsback Brewery just along the road. That would be more expensive at an extra £15 but include a sampling session. The brewery group would start innocently at the gardens, slide off for their extras then slide back again a couple of hours later in time to take the air and rejoin the main party before being be driven home.
To secure places we need to book in advance so what we need now is an idea of how many people would (a) be interested in Loseley park (b) be interested in the brewery addition. We won’t ask for money yet and won’t hold you to it at this stage, but we need a fair idea of serious interest to take the gamble.
Links to both places are below:
http://www.loseleypark.co.uk/gardens/
https://www.hogsback.co.uk/
Please respond by email to chair@worthingallotments.co.uk
We are considering a cunning plan for next July. A large group - perhaps a coach taking 50 people, can visit Loseley Park during the day. This could be quite cheap - perhaps £5 plus coach fare, A smaller group - maximum 20 - can combine this with a visit to Hogsback Brewery just along the road. That would be more expensive at an extra £15 but include a sampling session. The brewery group would start innocently at the gardens, slide off for their extras then slide back again a couple of hours later in time to take the air and rejoin the main party before being be driven home.
To secure places we need to book in advance so what we need now is an idea of how many people would (a) be interested in Loseley park (b) be interested in the brewery addition. We won’t ask for money yet and won’t hold you to it at this stage, but we need a fair idea of serious interest to take the gamble.
Links to both places are below:
http://www.loseleypark.co.uk/gardens/
https://www.hogsback.co.uk/
Please respond by email to chair@worthingallotments.co.uk
News 21 July 2017: Tiller for Hire Humber.
Please enquire in the shop if you would like to hire the tiller for your plot.
Please enquire in the shop if you would like to hire the tiller for your plot.
News 06 July 2017: Russian sunflowers appeal.
Charlotte Watson is organising a wedding for September and trying to get hold of six Russian sunflowers (the very large ones). If you can help or point her in the right direction her work number is 01903 219909
Charlotte Watson is organising a wedding for September and trying to get hold of six Russian sunflowers (the very large ones). If you can help or point her in the right direction her work number is 01903 219909
News 29 May 2017: The Great Village Show 2017.
This years show will be held at Oak Grove College on Saturday 12th August, 1pm - 4.30pm.
The schedule has been added to the show section.
This years show will be held at Oak Grove College on Saturday 12th August, 1pm - 4.30pm.
The schedule has been added to the show section.
News 19 Mar 2017: For Sale £250.00
AL-KO Farmer MH5001-R Cultivator Rotavator fitted with a 4 Stroke Briggs and Stratton Engine.
Purchased 15th April 2013 - complete with instruction books
The Rotavator has not been used since March 2015 because of giving up cultivating vegetables
Payment in cash and buyer to collect please from a Worthing address. Interested parties should contact Tony at a.duffield@sky.com
AL-KO Farmer MH5001-R Cultivator Rotavator fitted with a 4 Stroke Briggs and Stratton Engine.
Purchased 15th April 2013 - complete with instruction books
The Rotavator has not been used since March 2015 because of giving up cultivating vegetables
Payment in cash and buyer to collect please from a Worthing address. Interested parties should contact Tony at a.duffield@sky.com
News 1 Mar 2017: POTATO GROWING GUIDE
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News 7 Feb 2017: SHOPS
The Humber shop - currently only open on Saturdays - will also be open on Sundays from 5th February.
Onions and Shallots will be in all three shops from mid-February.
Seed potatoes are in!!!! Collect your pre-ordered spuds from the WAGA shops.
Forgot to order any? Never fear, we have extra nets at £3 per 2.5kg net.
The Humber shop - currently only open on Saturdays - will also be open on Sundays from 5th February.
Onions and Shallots will be in all three shops from mid-February.
Seed potatoes are in!!!! Collect your pre-ordered spuds from the WAGA shops.
Forgot to order any? Never fear, we have extra nets at £3 per 2.5kg net.
News 4 Jan 2017: PETER EVERETT
Peter Everett, Trading Secretary and Overseer at Humber since it first opened in 1986, passed away in December 2016. The old trading hut at Humber, recently replaced with our new shop, will be converted to a social centre for tenants and a framed memorial to Peter displayed inside.
His family have arranged a “A Memorial Talk” at the Kingdom Hall, 117 Grand Ave, on Thursday 12th January, at 11am. Those who knew him are welcome to attend.
The family requested no flowers but instead donations to St Barnabas Hospice. WAGA are making a collection for that purpose so, if you wish to contribute, you may do so at any of the site shops, and we will pass it on in his name.
Peter Everett, Trading Secretary and Overseer at Humber since it first opened in 1986, passed away in December 2016. The old trading hut at Humber, recently replaced with our new shop, will be converted to a social centre for tenants and a framed memorial to Peter displayed inside.
His family have arranged a “A Memorial Talk” at the Kingdom Hall, 117 Grand Ave, on Thursday 12th January, at 11am. Those who knew him are welcome to attend.
The family requested no flowers but instead donations to St Barnabas Hospice. WAGA are making a collection for that purpose so, if you wish to contribute, you may do so at any of the site shops, and we will pass it on in his name.
