Starting out

Once you have got your plot the first thing you should do is check it over for hazards. Although your provider should have done so already, it’s better to be safe than sorry as you anything from broken glass to barbed wire, rusty nails, brambles and nettles could be lurking in the undergrowth. You should also not bring any children along until you are sure the area is safe.

Before you start you’ll need to invest in some tools, as well as sturdy footwear (walking boots/wellies) and protective gardening gloves. It’s better to buy a few good quality tools than to waste money purchasing lots of cheap ones, as you’ll most likely end up relying on just a couple of them.