Lincoln allotment project helps friendships grow Helena Burt, Age UK Lincoln's Park Street activity centre deputy manager, said: "This project gives men in Lincoln a fantastic opportunity to take part in something social, challenging and rewarding through which they can make new friends and learn new skills. Age UK Lincoln is asking men over 50 to come and join the fun. You don't need to have any technical skills or be particularly green-fingered; it's a great opportunity to learn. Likewise, experienced gardeners are also more than welcome. The group currently meets on Thursdays and Fridays and is now looking for donations of plants, seeds and sleepers or scaffold boards. Since the group started in March, a safety shed and a polytunnel have also been delivered, while the land has been rotavated and hardstanding laid to provide easier access. A central hub has recently been put in place on site, donated by Lindum Group, to be used as a meeting place and learning centre. Helena added: "If we eventually are successful in growing some vegetables they will be shared between the four charities. Age UK Lincoln's share will be used in the Park Street restaurant, which will bring the benefit of fresh, healthy food to all of our customers.