Enniscorthy Community Allotments
Welcome to the
Enniscorthy Community Allotments
The Enniscorthy Community Allotments (ECA) group came about after a number of individuals with a keen interest in setting up a community allotment got together in February 2021. With a wide range of experience Enniscorthy Community Allotment group combines interest, enthusiasm and drive. Keen to create something unique within our county, we decided to apply for a Leader Grant to support the development of a community allotment area within Enniscorthy and set about putting the necessary preparations in place.
Community is Key to Our Allotment Project
Our community allotment site is conveniently located in the town. We believe that it can be of a great benefit to schools located in the town and should be a great place to create generational and cross-cultural connections.
With regard to diversity, equality and inclusion, the role of the committee is to support and promote an inclusive culture, provide leadership for the development and implementation of policies and procedures.
Growing Spaces
Raised Bed
27 Raised beds that are wheelchair accessible.
Allotment Plots
65 allotment plots approx 15 x 15 ft
Polytunnel Space
We have 60 spaces in our polytunnel that allows our members to extend their growing season and to grow some exotic fruit or vegetables.
Aims & Objectives
The overall aim of the Enniscorthy Community Allotments (ECA) is to assist amateur gardeners in all aspects of gardening. In detail, the aims of the group are:
- To promote and encourage the practice and knowledge of horticulture between members, especially children, to encourage inter-generational activity.
- To encourage biodiversity, organic and sustainable growing
- To establish, manage and maintain the allotment site.
- To encourage the interaction between members and build community spirit.
- Carry out any other activities to fulfill the main goal.
Events
Scarecrow Competition
Everyone put in a lot of effort into making their scarecrows for the scarecrow competition, they all looked absolutely fantastic! It was good fun for everyone especially our Little Buds who went on to win 1st prize!
End of Season Get Together
What a great afternoon! Enniscorthy Community Allotments had their end of season get together, what a fantastic turnout and sublime weather. Thanks so much to all of you for coming. The committee were overwhelmed by the turnout and community support! That is exactly...
Seed Hub at Enniscorthy Community Allotments
Seed Hub at Enniscorthy Community Allotments - Free seeds to plant & share Reimagining Enniscorthy is creating a local food network to grow and share our own food, buy seasonally from local suppliers, and reduce our food waste. To help everyone get started they...