THE HISTORY OF
NORTHFIELD ALLOTMENTS
Discover the Heritage of London's Oldest Allotments
Welcome to Northfield allotment history, a site dedicated to exploring the rich history and heritage of London's oldest allotments. Located in Ealing, London, the Northfield allotments were originally known as the Ealing Dean Common Allotments when they were established in 1832. Join us on a journey through time as we uncover the stories of the people and events that shaped this iconic piece of London's history.
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HOW EALING DEAN COMMON ALLOTMENTS WERE CREATED
Learn how the allotments came into being and the people who were the real architects of the creation of the allotments. Understand how the changes through the centuries shaped the need for London's oldest allotment.
THE PLOT HOLDERS ENTER LOCAL SHOW
Northfield allotments plot holders show produce in a local vegetables show, which give us a chance to see what they are growing on their plots.
SOME ALLOTMENTS ARE LOST FOR NEW PLEASURE GARDENS
Dean gardens are created and Haslemere Allotments comes into being, The local horticultural show comes to an end as WW1 begins.
AFTER THE WAR, A DECLINE IN POPULARITY
The advent of supermarkets and cheaper food leads to a decline in allotments. Over 50% of Northfields allotments were lost to housing.
