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Littleover Lane Allotments

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.

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Littleover Lane Allotments
Littleover Lane Allotments
Littleover Lane Allotments
Littleover Lane Allotments
Littleover Lane Allotments
Littleover Lane Allotments
Littleover Lane Allotments
Littleover Lane Allotments
Littleover Lane Allotments
Littleover Lane Allotments
Littleover Lane Allotments
Littleover Lane Allotments
Littleover Lane Allotments
Littleover Lane Allotments

About Littleover Lane Allotments

A large private allotment site in south west Derby. About 170 plots, many cultivated to a high standard by almost 120 tenants. If you are interested in growing your own you should find help, advice and inspiration. Many plots have poly tunnels and greenhouses Some plot holders practice organic and/or no dig methods and cultivate unusual and heritage vegetables. Plot holders who are members of the Heritage Seed Library at Ryton (Grow Organic) grow a wide range of Tomatoes, Peas and Beans and Squash. Fruit including Figs, Quince, Medlars and Mulberries along with more traditional stone and soft fruit, can be seen and tasted on the appropriate days and individual plot holders consent.

Website:

https://www.littleoverlaneallotments.org.uk

Littleover Lane Allotments features

Location details

Littleover Lane Allotments,
Derby,
Derbyshire,
DE23 6JF

Directions to Littleover Lane Allotments
Off the Derby Outer Ring Rd (A5111). At the Normanton Park r'about turn into Stenson Rd then R into Littleover Ln. The main gates are on the L as you travel down the road.

Littleover Lane Allotments openings

Visit by Arrangement

This garden opens for By Arrangement visits from April to 20 October.

Please contact the garden owner to discuss your requirements and arrange a date for a group or bespoke visit.

Refreshments Light refreshments.
Admission Adult: Free
Child: Free

Accessibility

  • On site disabled parking available. All avenues have been stoned but site is on a slope and extensive so some areas not accessible.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at Littleover Lane Allotments at this time.

Yes, dogs are welcome at Littleover Lane 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 Littleover Lane Allotments, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Yes, one or more routes at Littleover Lane Allotments are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. Littleover Lane 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.