"P Bentley" wrote ...

We are needing a long stretch of fencing around our allotment. But we
really need to keep the cost down as much as possible.

It does not have to look pretty, but must be *difficult* to climb, as we
have had a number of thefts on the allotment. We are not allowed to use any
barbed-wire.

Any suggestions as to what good inexpensive fencing is available with the
above requirements, we would be grateful for.

Having read the comments, yes, prickly plants will deter the casual thief
and vandal but the problem with allotments is it is no longer those people
causing the serious problems it's the determined professional thief with
pickup trucks and tools. If they come prepared to cut through a strong metal
fence a prickly plant will be no problem, they will just chainsaw it, or
drive over it.
Get rid of the temptation and they won't be interested.
--
Regards. Bob Hobden.
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