Set on the edge of Repton with lovely views over the Derbyshire countryside. There are about 26 plots growing many types of vegetables and flowers too, a Community Garden is a recent addition and now two communal polytunnels. In 2024 the allotments were given a special judges award in the Britain in Bloom competition. Opens as part of Repton Village Gardens on Monday 4th May.
In the 18 yrs since a pocket of land was provided for14 allotments in the heart of Filkins, the owners have established their individual style on the plots providing a diverse mix for visitors to look at. Opens as part of Broughton Poggs & Filkins Gardens on Sunday 17th May.
Abbotskerswell Allotments, part of the group opening in Abbotskerswell, are situated in the heart of the village next to the playing fields. There are 22 plots, many of which have been worked for some years by the present owners, made up of a mixture of traditional plots and raised beds, which makes for an interesting range and approach to vegetable growing. Opens as part of Abbotskerswell Gardens on Saturday 30th and Sunday 31st May.
A plot on Eaton Lands South allotments. The lower half, started in 2007, is mainly vegetable beds and a fruit cage, while the upper part, added in 2016, is cutting borders, a small orchard and finally a shed. I try to grow fruit, vegetables and herbs that are either expensive or unavailable in the shops and attempt to plant flowers to give me a weekly bunch for most of the year. Opens as part of Hythe Gardens on Saturday 30th and Sunday 31st May.
Set in five acres the allotments comprise 60 plots growing fine vegetables, fruit, flowers and herbs. There is a small orchard and wildflower area and a community space adjacent. Discover artwork created by Bex Simon and there is a small cafe open to the public on site. We work with schools, social prescribing and community groups. Opens Saturday 6th June.
Beehive Hill Allotment site is the most recently established of the three allotments sites managed by Kenilworth Allotment Tenants Association. The site has 27 plots that were reclaimed from grassland 15 yrs ago and are now well established. Plot holders have a variety of ages and experience, and enjoy much time on a rural site on the edge of open country. Opens as part of Kenilworth Gardens on Sunday 21st June.
Blockley and District Allotment association has a 4.3 acre site with 50 plots growing vegetables, fruit, and flowers, inc a small vineyard. Blockley allotments have been established for over 100 years, with the existing allotments relocated to a new site 5 years ago. Opens as part of Blockley Gardens on Sunday 21st June.
C2C Grows is a community allotment project run by the charity C2C Social Action. The project offers social and therapeutic horticultural sessions for women referred to the project who may be experiencing poor health and social disadvantage. The project takes place on a triple sized allotment with several polytunnels, a greenhouse, fruit cages, raised beds and a peaceful wildlife area with pond. Opens Saturday 27th June, pre-booking essential.
An allotment site not to be missed, over 150 plots set in 5½ acres. Our tenants come from diverse communities growing a wide range of flowers, fruit and vegetables. Some plots are purely organic, others resemble English country gardens. Winner of London in Bloom Best Allotment on four occasions. Opens Saturday 27th June.
Behind the village hall the well kept allotments are a peaceful place away from the bustle of traffic and village life. The allotments open as part of Cefn Cribwr Garden Club group opening on Sunday 28th June.
15 allotment holders on a range of plot sizes. Fruit, vegetables and flowers are grown by both young and older gardeners. Many allotment holders will be working on their plots and would love to chat about the battles of weather, pigeon, sparrow, rabbit and rust. To attract insects some plots have been dedicated to annual flowers. Opens as a part of Norwell Gardens on Sunday 28th June and Wednesday 1st July.
Situated on a south facing hillside alongside Alexandra Park, this 140 plot allotment site has the feel of an urban village, with spectacular views towards central London and, on a clear day, the North Downs. Its diverse community of gardeners grows fruit, vegetables, and flowers, with an emphasis on promoting biodiversity. Opens Sunday 5th July.
A community allotment with a specific remit to be a safe, fully-accessible, engaging and stimulating space for people living with dementia, and their carers, to continue experiencing the therapeutic benefits of gardening into later life. Local charity, Alive Activities, designed and built the allotment from the ground up and continues to deliver weekly sessions here throughout the year. Opens Sunday 5th July.
Almost 100 allotments against the spectacular backdrop of Durham Cathedral, with the chance to speak to gardeners, many using organic methods. Six acre churchyard rich in nature and history, with 500 gravestones plus Commonwealth war graves. Norman church open to visitors. St Margaret’s Centre is open to visitors to showcase work supporting mental health and wellbeing, inc a community cafe. Opens Sunday 5th July.
Seaford Allotments feature a wide variety of planting styles and gardening methods across 189 plots. Most are situated on a west-facing slope, with about a third located on level ground at the top of the hill. The chalky soil has been improved over 100 yrs of cultivation. There is also a wildlife meadow area. Opens as part of Seaford Gardens on Sunday 5th July.
Moss Park is a stunning, award winning allotment site in Stretford, Manchester. Wide grass paths flanked by pretty flower borders give way to a large variety of well-tended plots bursting with ideas to try at home, from insect hotels to unusual fruits and vegetables. Take tea and cake on the lawn outside the quirky society clubhouse that looks like a beamed country pub. WC facilities. Opens Sunday 12th July and for private visits By Arrangement from June to August.
The allotments, which were opened in 2015, are located on the western edge of Cheadle. There are 29 plots growing a variety of vegetables, fruits and flowers. A new addition in 2019 was a community area, with an adjacent wildlife area. A small orchard is currently being developed. Opens Sunday 12th July.
5¼ acre community run allotments overlooking Hook village. Explore more than 100 plots showcasing a variety of vegetables, fruit, and flower growing styles, plus a community orchard, wildflower meadow and banks, and wildlife friendly gardening information. Talk with plot holders about growing your own, vote for your favourite scarecrow, and learn about soil health with guest display from Soil Ecology Laboratory. Opens Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th July.
An amazing and award-winning haven away from the hustle of life, featured on BBC Gardeners’ World in 2024, with over 170 plots growing a wide variety of fruit and vegetables, flowers and trees. A rough track leads you around the site where many of the plots can be viewed, or stroll along the grassy paths to find tucked-away gems like the wildlife area and the orchard. Make time to have refreshments outside the cabin. Opens Saturday 18th July.
There are 47 plots in total on two sites just a few yards from each other. The allotments are situated in a lovely setting alongside River Rheidol close to Aberystwyth. Wide variety of produce grown, vegetables, soft fruit, top fruit, flowers, herbs and a newly created wildlife pond. Opens Sunday 19th July.
Allotment Site: 260 plots; established 1913. Designated Local Wildlife Site featuring mature oak trees, edible and ornamental plants, wildlife ponds, a wellbeing garden, communal composting area, and a trading shed. Culturally diverse, showcasing a wide range of gardening techniques, inc food forest and hügelkultur. Opens Sunday 19th July.
Nearly 100 individually tended fruit and vegetable plots with a wide variety of produce on six acres, inc armed forces charity SSAFA and children’s allotments and a community orchard. The best kept allotment site, Liverpool 2019, and Liverpool City’s best allotment plot 2022. Opens as part of Sefton Park Gardens on Sunday 16th August.
Skool Beanz is a Children’s Gardening Club run from their very own award winning No-Dig Children’s Allotment which has dahila beds, vegetable area, fruit trees, rainwater collecting station, ‘Muddy Buddy’ compost heap, quiet wildlife garden with tiny pond, secret den, polytunnel, upcycled sculptures, compost toilet and plenty of seating to sit and enjoy the garden. Opens Saturday 5th September.
Large, long established allotment with over 200 plots, some organic. Maintained by a culturally diverse community, growing a wide variety of fruit, vegetables, and flowers, all enjoyed by bees. Discover picturesque corners, quirky sheds, and tours of the best plots. Admire prize-winning exhibits at the Autumn Show. Plot 147: a jewel not to be missed! A visit feels like a holiday in the countryside. Opens Sunday 6th September.
Approx 80 large plots with a diverse mix of planting inc grapevines, fruit, flowers and a community orchard. As a whole these allotments are magnificent and individually impressive. Not to be missed. Opens as part of East Grinstead Gardens on Sunday 6th September.
The allotments are managed by Grange Town Council. Opened in 2010, 30 plots are now rented out and offer a wide selection of gardening styles and techniques. The majority of plots grow a mixture of vegetables, fruit trees and flowers. There are a few communal areas where local fruit tree varieties have been donated by plot holders with herbaceous borders and annuals. Opens for By Arrangement visits from May to September.
A quiet oasis just off Derby’s Outer Ring Road, hidden away in a residential area. A private site of nearly 12 acres, established in 1920, cultivated in a variety of ways, inc organic, no dig and potager style. Come and chat with plot holders about their edibles and ornamentals. Many exotic and Heritage varieties cultivated. Later in the year produce can be available to sample. Opens for By Arrangement visits from 3 March to 30 October.