With spring beginning to warm our tired bodies after the long winter, now is a good time to organise an event at your allotment. Many people will already be preparing and tending their plot and it is a good idea to get everybody together to discuss any issues you have, or just to have a spring party.

It is always good to let your hair down and discuss with like minded individuals what you are planning to grow this year or what was a success last year. It is always great to pick up new tips or ideas regarding planting or weeding or how to look after specific crops. You could also organise a swap shop to share seedlings, cuttings, any jams or chutneys you have made or swap any vegetables that you have left from the last growing season.

A good idea is to have a barbecue on your plot and invite your fellow allotment goers, you could even make it feel like a party and incorporate party products such as balloons or hire plastic glasses to avoid any breakages.

Whatever option you choose you are bound to make new friends and so give your allotment site a community feel.