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Slough 07/11/25— Keel Drive Allotment Association once again partnered with Reckitt Benckiser, one of Slough’s largest employers, to deliver a major community volunteering day that brought together wellbeing, sustainability, and teamwork in action. Led by Meeta Nakum, Chair of Keel Drive Allotment Association, a team of 12 Reckitt volunteers spent the day transforming the site…
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A new partnership launched in Slough aims to boost community wellbeing and environmental care by promoting inclusivity, wellness, and sustainable living for local residents. Slough, 6th November – Yesterday, Keel Drive Allotment Association and Reckitt, a global leader in health, hygiene, and nutrition, came together in an impactful community initiative, showcasing the powerful role of…
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Slough, Berkshire — Keel Drive Allotment Association (KDAA) has delivered a major community upgrade and year-round programme of activities after securing £1,000 in Round 2 funding from the Berkshire Community Foundation (BCF). Despite the modest award, the Association successfully delivered a project valued at nearly £5,000 through volunteer effort, in-kind support and new partnerships—transforming an…
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KDAA receives £1000 fromBerkshire Community Foundation for Stronger communities and Community support and development KDAA has received a £1,000 grant from Berkshire CommunityFoundation in its latest round of funding. The money will go towards the Thrive @ Keel Drive Project which aims to address social Isolation and community cohesion through the cost-of-living crisis through…
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The History of Keel Drive Allotments Welcome to the Keel Drive Allotments, a thriving community garden space with a rich history rooted in resilience, adaptation, and community spirit. Our journey begins in the mid-1990s, when a significant change in the landscape of Slough paved the way for the creation of this beloved green haven. =…
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Growing pak choi in the UK in an allotment can be challenging because of the cool and damp climate. Pak choi is a cool-season crop that prefers temperatures between 10-20°C (50-68°F) and it is sensitive to frost. Here are some tips for handling pak choi growth and the different stages: The best varieties of pak…
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With the exception of perennial crops such as Rhubarb , Asparagus, fruit and other perennial specialised veg, crop rotation should be considered for all other crops to minimise fungus and pest problems in the soil. The essential principle leans towards a mono crop system of grouping specific veg and ensuring the same veg is not…
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There are many types of Soil even on a singular plot requiring differing treatment and ultimately dictating what will suit growth in that location i.e. root veg require loose draining soil with no stones for easy growth. The depth of roots also plays a role. Sandy Soil – Gritty to the touch and doesn’t hold…
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Citizen science is a type of scientific research that involves the participation of members of the general public in the collecting and analyzing of data, often as part of a collaborative project with professional scientists. It is a way for people who are not professional scientists to contribute to and get involved in scientific research.…
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Allotments are a fantastic space to form horticulture loving communities that keep hold of green spaces and act as a safe havens for wildlife especially in urban settings. If correct steps are taken to support wildlife a balanced eco system can be created reducing both pests and diseases. 1. Reducing the use of chemicals and…
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