Allotments

Demand for allotments is growing throughout Scotland and the Falkirk area is no exception. Our new project will create allotments in the Helix South area, which will be managed with the support of the Falkirk Allotment Society.

Loads of benefits

Allotments provide a sustainable source of healthy local food, as well as being a potential habitat for native flora and fauna. As well as cutting food miles to the minimum, they act like green lungs in built-up areas, giving local people access to publicly-owned land. Tending an allotment is recognised as a good form of exercise, so there are benefits all round!

What's happening?

Right now, a deal is being finalised to purchase the required piece of land. As soon as this is concluded, we'll update you.

Green partners

Once the allotment project gets going there will also be opportunities to work with partners to develop associated healthy eating promotions and composting schemes as well as offering more opportunities for the Helix Beekeepers

Local Allotments

Falkirk Allotment Society already run allotments in the walled garden at Bantaskine on the south side of Falkirk. Get in touch for information about how to join their waiting list.

Go beyond green

Whether it's carbon offset or biochar, or installing beehives to pollinate trees, the Helix is developing a number of projects which will make an environmental difference.