Operation Potato

Allotment plots in Fenham, Newcastle are under threat after the freemen of the city (who lease the land) gave notice to quit by April 2002 as they want the land back - for grazing 5 cattle! Rather than give into the secretive powers of the freemen local people are making a stand. The allotment committee is mounting a legal challenge and are keen to hear from people with relevant experiences. Some gardeners have taken on plots for use as community allotments. Until plans for resistance have been agreed it is important to put any empty allotments to use.

They’re free to anyone who wants them call 0191 2722120 or 2724635.