Starkholmes Allotments, Matlock

04/06/2024

A Derbyshire Dales District Council spokesperson said:

“We defended the designation of Starkholmes allotments as an asset of community value and our work has been vindicated at Tribunal. We have always recognised the importance of the allotments in the Starkholmes community and we will continue to work with key stakeholders to seek a positive outcome for the community.”

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15/08/2023

What was. 2 years ago today. Flowers from the plots. It was such a beautiful place then.

A photo a day for National Allotments Week 2021.

Day 7 - Flowers from the plots

05/06/2023

This happened a year ago today. Sadly the tree had to be replanted on near by Derbyshire Dales public open space to give it every chance of survival after the allotment site was cleared. So much support felt from the community.

08/04/2023

Missing vital allotments in Starkholmes village.

Researchers say there are interlinked benefits across mental and physical health from prescribed time in green spaces or near bodies of water

28/03/2023

Sharing and signed for another allotment site fighting for its survival under similar circumstances as our own. Current legislation is NOT good enough to protect communities and our environment National Allotment Society

Save Stan Pennington Allotments

12/03/2023

This happened today at Mayors Civic Service Matlock Town Council. Starkholmes Allotments, received the Community Action Award. Here’s what the Mayor said…

“Allotments tick so many boxes – well being, healthy low cost food, biodiversity and community. The Starkholmes allotment association and in particular the officers have pulled out all the stops to protect the allotments. They have worked tirelessly crowd-funding, preparing for legal proceedings and campaigning. Whilst we don’t know the final chapter of the story it’s important to recognise the positive action taken by Starkholmes allotments team of Officers - This week was and it feels very appropriate to celebrate this awesome community minded group of women who have spearheaded the campaign to save the allotments” 💚

10/03/2023

Interesting, very interesting…

The leader of Derbyshire Dales District Council has admitted he made a promise but claims it's not a deal

21/02/2023