First Aid Kit for Allotments

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A Pocket‑Sized First Aid Kit for Allotments

Spending time on an allotment is one of life’s great pleasures — but it also comes with brambles, splinters, nettles, tools with opinions, and the occasional “why did I grab that?” moment. Whether you’re weeding, pruning, or just popping down to check on things, a tiny first aid kit can make the whole experience calmer and safer.

The good news is: you don’t need a shop‑bought kit or anything fancy. This little setup is cheap, simple, and small enough to live in your coat pocket, ready for whenever you need it.

A Simple Box, Repurposed

Just like the brew kit, this starts with something most people already have lying around: a small tin or plastic box. A biscuit tin, mint tin, or the box from a torch or gadget works perfectly.

To keep everything clean and dry, the contents are packed inside a self‑sealing zip‑lock bag.

No expensive organisers. No bulky medical kits. Just reuse what you already have — very much in the spirit of allotment life.


What’s Inside the First Aid Kit

This little kit carries everything you need for minor scrapes, stings, and splinters while you’re working your plot. Everything is inexpensive, easy to find, and beginner‑friendly.

🩹 Cuts & Scrapes

  • Waterproof plasters (assorted sizes)

  • Sterile wipes (for muddy scrapes)

  • Small gauze pad or folded dressing

  • Micropore tape (sticks even on damp skin)


🌿 Splinters, Stings & Irritations

  • Tweezers (for thorns, splinters, bee stings)

  • Small scissors

  • Antiseptic cream or spray

  • A couple of antihistamines (check expiry dates)

  • A few tissues or cotton pads


🧤 Useful Extras

  • Nitrile gloves (for treating someone else)

  • A tiny notebook + pencil (note what you used)

  • Safety pins

  • A small mirror (eyes, face, or checking scratches)

  • A couple of painkillers (paracetamol or ibuprofen)


Everything Fits in the Zip‑Lock Bag

Once packed, the whole kit slides neatly into the tin with room to spare. It stays:

  • waterproof

  • organised

  • crush‑proof

  • easy to find in a shed or bag


You Don’t Need a Medical Bag

Allotments are about simplicity — and this kit fits that perfectly.

It fits into:

  • a coat pocket

  • a hoodie pocket

  • a small belt pouch

  • a tool bag or shed drawer

It’s ideal for those quick visits when you don’t want to carry a full bag around. Just grab your kit, grab your gloves, and you’re sorted.

And yes — it works just as well for:

  • a walk around the site

  • a pruning session

  • a morning of weeding

  • a wander to the compost heap

Why This Kit Works for Allotmenteers

This setup is perfect for plot‑holders because it’s:

  • Cheap — everything is budget‑friendly

  • Simple — no complicated medical gear

  • Compact — fits in a pocket, not a rucksack

  • Reliable — waterproofed and ready for British weather

  • Practical — focused on the things you’ll actually need

It’s a small comfort that makes a big difference when you’re out on your plot.

Final Thoughts

A first aid kit doesn’t need to be expensive or complicated. With a few basic items and a bit of improvisation, you can carry everything you need to deal with minor mishaps on your allotment — without relying on bulky shop‑bought kits.

It’s a simple, practical bit of kit that brings safety, confidence, and peace of mind to your time on the plot.

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