The Altringham Carrot

A Potted History:
No we haven’t spelt it wrong this is how Altrincham was spelt for a long time. According to the “World Carrot Museum” website, this Old English variety was introduced in the 19th Century, has long and slender roots of good flavour with a purple neck where exposed to light. Carrots date back around 5,000 years – it’s a complicated history visit the carrot museum web site for further information.

Unfortunately we haven’t been contacted by anyone who is currently growing the carrot locally.

Where to Buy:
We’ve tried very hard to track down some seed but it has proved very elusive. The only people we know who have some is the Henry Doubleday Research Association or Garden Organic as it prefers to be known now. Garden Organic has a heritage seed bank which does contain the Altringham Carrot but at the moment it is in such short supply they cannot make it available. When available the seed is only available to members so if you’re interested in growing it you will need to check out their web site. www.gardenorganic.org.uk.