Our allotments were gifted to the village many years ago.

Gail has a real love for her allotment and the joy it brings, whether that’s learning new techniques, sharing tips with fellow gardeners, or simply enjoying time spent outdoors. With a professional background in healthcare and a naturally positive, glass-half-full outlook, she brings energy, compassion, and balance to her role as Chair. Gail is passionate about fostering a welcoming, inclusive allotment community where everyone feels supported, valued, and able to thrive.

Helen has been a plot holder since 2017 and enjoys being part of the allotment community, even if she jokes that her gardening skills mostly involve weeds. With over twenty years’ experience in marketing, she brings creativity and enthusiasm to her role. Outside of work, she loves running, walking, cycling, and village life - her claim to fame being the inaugural Working for Walton scarecrow competition winner with her 8ft tall straw BFG.

Rosie has deep roots in Walton, with childhood memories of helping her dad on his allotment and her grandparents on their farm. That early love of growing has carried through to her own plot, where she now balances full-time work, family life, and hours on the allotment. With a background in education and community fundraising, Rosie brings passion and commitment to the Society and is excited to keep learning and contributing to its future.

Karen has lived in Walton for a number of years and works as a physio in Leeds, where teamwork is at the heart of her role. A keen gardener with a love for growing her own food, she’s embraced allotment life and enjoys learning from the community. With DIY skills, a strong work ethic, and plenty of enthusiasm, Karen is always happy to lend a hand - and always with a smile.

Steve’s love for the allotment drives his commitment to seeing it thrive. He believes in balancing tradition with the needs of today, embracing change while respecting diverse perspectives. Fairness and inclusivity are central to his approach, and he values the input of every member. By encouraging collaboration, Steve hopes to help build a strong, sustainable, and welcoming allotment community for all.

Anne brings a wealth of gardening experience, from growing fruit and veg to exploring no-dig methods and permaculture. A retired teacher, trained chef, and former restaurant manager, she enjoys sharing her skills through community projects and school outreach. Passionate about both growing and wellbeing, Anne sees her plot as a place of learning, nourishment, and connection, and is keen to help the allotments thrive.

James brings a proactive and creative approach to allotment life, with a passion for problem-solving and building a stronger sense of community. With a background in engineering and a love of gardening, he combines traditional and no-dig methods on his plot, seeing the value in both. Currently, he is exploring the benefits of green manures to improve soil health and support a thriving ecosystem.

Liz is our Seed Secretary and the person who looks after the Kings Seeds Scheme. She makes sure catalogues are shared, orders are collected, and everything runs smoothly.

She’s bubbly, friendly and always happy to lend a hand – and if you’re lucky, you might even get to try a slice of her fabulous baking.