After a short break while life got busy, Chay and Laura are back behind the mic to catch up and explain the recent pause in episodes. With 2026 bringing relentless daily rain, there’s been very little happening on the allotment – and plenty of muddy frustration to go with it.

In this episode, they chat honestly about the challenges of a waterlogged plot, why sometimes the best thing you can do is nothing at all, and how they’ve been using the downtime to plan and prepare for the growing season ahead. From crop rotation and seed sorting to refining their goals for the year, it’s all about working smarter for 2026.

They also share their excitement about an upcoming press event on 17th February, what they’re looking forward to seeing, and why it’s important to represent the allotment community beyond the plot.

A relaxed catch-up filled with real talk about gardening, patience, and getting ready for the season ahead. 🌱

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Allotment Diaries Podcast is a podcast that examines what has worked well and what hasn't worked so well when it comes to having an allotment plot. It seeks to give an honest insight into what owning an allotment plot is actually about.