Welcome to Coton Fields Allotments - a note from Stafford Burgesses
Do you remember your apprenticeship in Stafford Borough? If you do, Stafford Burgesses would like to know about it and possibly help you to be enrolled as a Burgess of the Borough.
Apprenticeship, (or ‘Servitude’ as it is known), is one of the main ways to qualify for this ancient role. In days gone by, it was the burgesses that ran the town and they were generally the skilled workers in the community. Many had served seven years indentured to a master to learn their trade.
In more modern times the indentures were with Companies, or other organisations, for periods of three to five years. The meaning of apprenticeship has varied a lot recently, so the current requirements are for a formal commitment to spend at least three years achieving a recognised qualification in your chosen discipline. That qualification may be a degree, an NVQ level 3 or 4, recognition by a professional body, or a similar approval certificate. Training must have been based in Stafford and after qualification you must have spent at least two years using that knowledge within the borough. Disciplines such as engineering, nursing, public service (like police), business administration, medicine, accountancy, legal, surveying, or hairdressing, may all offer suitable routes.
Stafford Burgesses have been around since the 11th century and need new members to carry on this important local tradition, which has a legal status. If you, or anyone you know, are interested in being sworn in by the Mayor of Stafford, (in February), please contact the Mayor’s office, call Stafford 823067, or visit www.staffordburgessesguild.com .
Apprenticeship, (or ‘Servitude’ as it is known), is one of the main ways to qualify for this ancient role. In days gone by, it was the burgesses that ran the town and they were generally the skilled workers in the community. Many had served seven years indentured to a master to learn their trade.
In more modern times the indentures were with Companies, or other organisations, for periods of three to five years. The meaning of apprenticeship has varied a lot recently, so the current requirements are for a formal commitment to spend at least three years achieving a recognised qualification in your chosen discipline. That qualification may be a degree, an NVQ level 3 or 4, recognition by a professional body, or a similar approval certificate. Training must have been based in Stafford and after qualification you must have spent at least two years using that knowledge within the borough. Disciplines such as engineering, nursing, public service (like police), business administration, medicine, accountancy, legal, surveying, or hairdressing, may all offer suitable routes.
Stafford Burgesses have been around since the 11th century and need new members to carry on this important local tradition, which has a legal status. If you, or anyone you know, are interested in being sworn in by the Mayor of Stafford, (in February), please contact the Mayor’s office, call Stafford 823067, or visit www.staffordburgessesguild.com .
Welcome to Coton Fields AllotmentsWe are located on Prospect Road, Stafford. For those in the Stafford area, Coton Fields is the ideal local allotments for you to grow your very own fresh produce, organically of course!
The allotments was established in 1206 when King John gave the Royal Charter to his 'Burgesses of Stafford'. Ever since, the area has been used by the Burgesses to feed their families. Nowadays, whether a Burgess or not, all are welcome at Coton Fields to do just that!
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After a days hard work, the gnome decides to take a rest!
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YOUR ALLOTMENT. YOUR REWARD.
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Whatever you choose to grow on your plot, its yours to eat! With such a great incentive to start your very own plot today, why not take up your own allotment? Take a look at our rates, and sign up for an allotment now!
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