As a lad from Carlton, I’m frequently reminded that I still have a leaning towards a Nottingham accent. I still say ‘tek’ and ‘mek’ instead of take and make and ‘Sent Anns’ instead of Saint Ann’s. I don’t have a problem with that, but I do find it interesting to listen to younger folk and the major…
Tell us a bit about yourself I love to be outdoors as much as possible! Probably because my job in healthcare research keeps me close to a desk. Be it wild camping up in the lakes, cycling in the peaks, or digging in my allotment – I’m there! I find natural light, fresh air, physical activity and birdsong…
The great thing about St Ann’s Allotments is the opportunity they provide for personal enjoyment and time with family and friends. Even a little quiet time, with just the song of the birds and the buzzing of the bees, can improve our mental state. One bird we don’t see or hear these days is the…
For the past few weeks, I’ve been woken early by a blackbird singing in a tree opposite my house. He’s staking out his territory and letting other blackbirds know that he is this year’s tenant. Equally, the robin sees the space as his patch and will fly up close to me in the garden to…
Ingredients 1 red onion, chopped 4cm fresh ginger, grated 2 green chillies, chopped 6 large garlic cloves, crushed 2 tbsp vegetable oil (or other mild flavoured oil) 2 tbsp mustard oil (or other flavoursome oil) 2 tsp turmeric 2 tsp cumin 2 tsp coriander 2 tsp fennel seeds 2 tsp curry powder Salt and pepper 275g chard, finely chopped…
I’ve been involved with STAA on St Ann’s Allotments for over a decade starting here as a volunteer myself, and in that time I must’ve met hundreds of volunteers. What has been remarkable is how every single volunteer has brought unique skills and enthusiasm, yet there’s something that connects us all in our passion for green issues in…