KPAA History

Although the allotment land is owned by Greenwich Borough Council, the allotments are a self managed site. The Kidbrooke Park Allotment Association was formed incorporating the existing Kidbrooke Park Allotment and Garden Society.

The allotments first came into existence about 30 years ago, prior to which they had during the second world war been known as RAF Kidbrooke, where 901 Squadron were stationed. 901 Squadron were a barrage balloon squadron and a barrage balloon was flown above the area up until 1944 to deter low flying enemy aircraft. It is also believed that the area, including where the existing Thomas Tallis School is situated was also an airfield for flying gliders after the Second World War.

I am still researching the history of the allotments site and if you have any useful information or pictures please forward these to me at kidbrookewaitinglist@gmail.com