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    Weʼve raised £408 to Help Dave McKay rebuild his allotment after an arson attack and restore it to its former glory

    Hartlepool, United Kingdom
    Funded on Sunday, 11th December 2016

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    Dave McKay and his allotment gardening partner Les lost the majority of the plot after a horrific arson attack. A massive greenhouse 20 ft cabin and caravan were all lost together with all their equipment. I'd like to help Dave get back on his feet helping to clear the site and rebuild a cabin and provide some equipment.

    Allotment communities are full of friendly, kind and thoughtful people. We take pride and joy creating something special and will not be beaten by acts of vandalism and pointless destruction.

    Dave helped me a huge amount when I first took on my plot and I want to help all I can now Dave is in need of support.

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    • Martin Bailey8 years ago
      Martin Bailey

      Martin Bailey

      8 years ago

      The top two photos show the scene a couple of weeks ago after the arson attack on Dave's allotment. Such a horrific sight and certainly not one I'll forget in a hurry. The bottom 2 photos show where we are on the project now. A huge amount of work has gone in to clearing the ashes and rubble. We can now start to plan and order materials but this will be a long and difficult journey. Dave is absolutely amazed that people can be so supportive. Thanks again - lets show those that did this that they might break our possessions but never our spirit!

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    • Martin Bailey8 years ago
      Martin Bailey

      Martin Bailey

      8 years ago

      I am absolutely amazed by the fantastic response from people supporting Dave's allotment rebuild. After less than 2 days we have raised £363 😁 - Dave doesn't understand Social Media and tomorrow I'll let him know what is going on. I know this will blow him away. Every £1 raised is a step closer to getting things put back together. Thank you all so much for your support. You have proved to me beyond any doubt that there is so much more good in the world than bad. 👍😀🙏🏻

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    • Martin Bailey8 years ago
      Martin Bailey

      Martin Bailey

      8 years ago

      Incredible start 👍 In less than a day £265.00 has been raised. I can't thank everyone enough for their generous contributions. I know it's difficult financially for all of us. Every penny we can raise will make such a difference. Thank you - The Allotment Community is amazing ❤️

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    45

    • Sonya

      Sonya

      Nov 30, 2016

      you're doing a great job. so sorry that this happened in the first place.

      £5.00

    • Phillippa Crofts

      Phillippa Crofts

      Nov 15, 2016

      Good luck with the re build guys. From the Ashes the phoenix will rise again. Phillippa (@phillies_healthy_bbg_journey)

      £10.00

    • chris critchlow

      chris critchlow

      Nov 14, 2016

      i so hope dave gets his plot back to how he had it or even better we all thinking of you dave

      £20.00

    • Margaret Adams

      Margaret Adams

      Nov 13, 2016

      Keep growing.

      £5.00

    • J MCNEILL

      J MCNEILL

      Nov 13, 2016

      As a new allotmenter this is my worst fear!! , hope you are back up and running soon! A little support from Liverpool x

      £5.00

    • Claire Cowley

      Claire Cowley

      Nov 13, 2016

      Too far away to be part of your rebuild but we would like to help a little towards your fresh start with support from your allotment friends. From the BadCow crew

      £10.00

    • Anonymous

      Anonymous

      Nov 12, 2016

      good luck -don't let them win - onwards and upwards.

      £10.00

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