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Hook Cross Allotments

5¼ acre community run allotments overlooking Hook village. More than 100 plots showcasing different vegetables, fruit and flower growing styles. Plot holder demonstrations of how to grow your own. Community orchard, wildflower meadow, beetle banks, wildlife friendly gardening information.

Owner Info

  • Hook Allotment Association
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Hook Cross Allotments

About Hook Cross Allotments

Established on arable farmland in 2010, this pretty edge of village community run allotment site is now one of the largest allotments in Hampshire. With more than 100 plot-holders you can see a wonderful variety of approaches to growing edible produce and flowers including raised beds, no-dig, novel crops, traditional lay-outs and polytunnels. Be inspired to try growing your own and talk to plot-holders who will be on hand to discuss their experiences and what’s involved.

Vegetables, soft fruit, top fruit, flowers, unusual produce and herbs. The allotments incorporate a number of wildlife-friendly features such as beetle banks to help beneficial invertebrates, insect hotels, nest-boxes, wildflower meadow and a community orchard. Wildlife on the site includes birds, butterflies and small mammals. It is usually easy to watch red kites, buzzards, kestrels and skylarks above the plots.

Light refreshments include hot and cold drinks, snacks and cakes. Parking, picnic area, compost toilet, vegetable and wildlife information, well-behaved dogs welcome.

Grass paths and uneven ground, not suitable for wheelchair users

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Hook Cross Allotments features

Location details

Hook Cross Allotments,
Hook,
Hampshire,
RG27 9DB

Directions to Hook Cross Allotments
Concealed entrance track is on RHS at foot of hill opp a farm entrance, straight after turns to B & M Fencing & Searle's Ln.

Hook Cross Allotments openings

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Tea, coffee & cake. Refreshments in aid of local charity.
Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: Free
Opening times 13:00-17:00

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Tea, coffee & cake. Refreshments in aid of local charity.
Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: Free
Opening times 13:00-17:00

Accessibility

  • Not suitable for wheelchair users due to grass paths and uneven ground.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at Hook Cross Allotments at this time.

Yes, dogs are welcome at Hook Cross Allotments. Please keep the dogs on fixed short leads in the garden and keep in mind that you are responsible for controlling the dog’s behaviour. For any specific rules please ask the owners.

Yes, there are various plants offerred for sale at Hook Cross Allotments, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Sorry, Hook Cross Allotments does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.

Yes. Hook Cross Allotments seeks to offer a sustainable refuge for nearby fauna and wildlife. These sanctuaries host diverse habitats supporting indigenous flora and fauna and nurturing local biodiversity.