LOL - no!

although north of portsmouth isn't too far!
Guess your right it is an investment for a fair few years - will look at
them again and maybe come to a decision next year.
My brassicas on my home veg patch this year but will go to the allotment
next year so maybe get one set up next year.
Have my home patch covered with netting fastened to canes and pegged to the
ground - rudimentary but not too bad.

Not tempted by mine I hope. :-)

Yes, covering our brassicas at the moment.
We did intend to get another plot for fruit alone but are having second
thoughts now. How much fruit can two people eat!
We treat our allotment as our hobby so considering what others pay for,
say, a season ticket for Premier football or annual golf fees it's not
that expensive especially spread over the years it will be useful.

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Regards
Bob H

"Shrouds do not have pockets" An old Hounslow undertaker. :-)