Arson?

[Martin H]

I really feel for the plotholders when stuff like this happens:

Derby allotment owners 'devastated' as plots go up in flames | Derby Telegraph

[Aberdeenplotter]

I have lots of tools which were my Dad's in my plot shed. I wouldn't be so upset about the stuff of my own but my Dad's stuff is special. makes me think I should maybe take it home but it is a real pleasuring thing using it.

[Guest]

I just don't understand people. Vandalism, petty theft etc. etc. It is consequences of their actions and the impact - its horrible. I would like to say they need educating and help but quite frankly I just want them to end up in a world of pain for being so vile

[KevinM67]

We had a real problem about 4 years ago - when over a period of about 2 weeks there were multiple sheds, wooden fencing and pallet compost bins set alight.

The local police force, especially the police community officer guy were brilliant. They added the allotments to their patrolling area and had several meetings with the kids who hung about the nearby park (although we couldn't say it was them to blame).

We have the odd isolated incident now and again - but the police, to their credit, still make the occasional visit (and must think who is that dafty still trying to dig in the darkness).

[alldigging]

Vandalism on plots is really disgusting.

[rhonsal]

So sad - forms such a big part of many people lives, and holds tools, mementos, etc gifted by friends and family.

[astraman1]

5 minute drive from me i keep all my tools at home and take what i need i have a shed but leave it unlocked its only full of couch grass roots so if they take them they will be doing me a favour

[buzzingtalk]

My shed is full of charcoal and firelighters at the min so if any little troublemaker was to set it alight they'd get a nice bang