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⚠️ Please Read Before Applying
Most plots become available because they have been neglected and are not ready to grow. They should be viewed as restoration projects, often requiring considerable clearing, digging, weeding, and preparation before cultivation can begin.
If you’re looking for a tidy, ready-to-use plot with a shed & water storage already in place, please be aware that most allotment plots require some work before they are ready for cultivation. While some plots may include a shed, greenhouse, or other structures, many do not, and these cannot be guaranteed.
The first season is often the most demanding, but with regular effort, you’ll soon bring the plot under control and begin enjoying the many rewards of allotment gardening.
We offer full and occasionally half allotment plots, with a typical waiting time of 6 months to 1 year, depending on availability.
To join our waiting list, simply complete the application form and let us know your preferences. We’ll contact you as soon as a suitable plot becomes available.
Before You Apply
Please consider whether you have the time, physical ability, and enthusiasm to take on an allotment. Although incredibly rewarding, maintaining a plot requires regular attention throughout the year.
New tenants often spend their first few months restoring their plot rather than growing crops. Clearing established weeds, preparing the soil, and bringing a neglected plot back into cultivation takes commitment, but the effort is well worth it.
If you’re taking on an allotment for the first time, don’t be afraid to ask family or friends for help with the initial clearance. Many hands make light work, and getting the plot under control early will make it much easier to maintain.
Keeping an Allotment
The secret to a successful allotment is little and often.
One of the most common mistakes is clearing a plot and then leaving it for several weeks. Nature works quickly, and weeds can soon reclaim all your hard work.
Regular visits for weeding, watering, harvesting, and general maintenance will keep your allotment productive and enjoyable throughout the year.
An allotment offers so much more than fresh fruit and vegetables. It’s a great way to stay active, improve your wellbeing, spend time outdoors, meet like-minded people, and enjoy the satisfaction of growing your own produce. While the first season may test your determination, the rewards are well worth the effort.
Before You Submit Your Application
Please make sure you understand that:
☐ I understand that available plots are usually not ready to grow and may require significant clearing and preparation before cultivation can begin.
☐ I understand that sheds, greenhouses, water butts, or other structures cannot be guaranteed on any plot.
☐ I understand that maintaining an allotment requires regular time and commitment throughout the year.