Polytunnel materials have arrived!

Field which is the site for the polytunnel

 

Some assembly required! 

We decided to build a polytunnel because it doesn't require permission, it is reasonably priced, and it can be a relatively large working space. The field requires a bit of levelling out, so construction cannot begin until the digger frees up. It will be above the garage, which will shield it from the winds to a degree. Alex's has already saved all the trees that self-seeded in that field and moved them into a hedge that will protect the structure from the west. 

Once it's in place, we can buy a quad and mower, and keep it inside the polytunnel, which Alex says is on the large side. We can move all the winemaking equipment into the polytunnel. We can also store the apple press there. Storage is the one thing that's been in short supply. 

I'm hoping to also grow a few things in it that require warmth, height, and protection from the elements, namely a peach tree, an avocado tree and a citrus tree. I'll have to sneak them in. Shhhh, don't tell Alex. 

I don't think it came with instructions.

Road to the gate of donkey field,
adjacent to vineyard, provides access.

Oversized doors so equipment can be driven in.