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| An allotment
plot is a piece of land, which can be rented for growing fruit
and vegetables. The land is generally owned by the local
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| Allotments and
community gardens are valuable green spaces that can help
improve people's quality of life by promoting healthy
food, exercise and community interaction. Allotments are
enjoying a recent resurgence and more and more
people are 'growing their own'. |
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| Information
for current and prospective allotment plot holders |
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| If you rent (or
want to rent) an allotment or if you want to
know about your responsibilities or those of
local authorities you should read the booklet:
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| Allotments:
A Plot Holders Guide (England and Wales) |
| It explains what you can
and can't do with your plot, the cost of renting, contents
of the tenancy agreement, what happens if a
local authority wants to dispose of the land, and a list
of useful contacts. |
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Allotments:
A Plot Holders' Guide (PDF 248 Kb) 
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| Allotments:
A Plot Holders Guide (Scotland) |
| Allotments: A Scottish Plotholder's Guide on the Scottish Allotments and Gardens Society. |
| Scottish
Allotments and Gardens Society |
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| Survey
of Allotments, Community Gardens and City Farms |
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Research Summary No.23 |
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| This summary presents the
key findings of the Survey of Allotments, Community
Gardens and City Farms carried out by the University of
Derby on behalf of Communities and Local Government1
(Communities and Local Government).
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| Although commissioned by
Communities and Local Government, the findings and
recommendations are those of the authors and do not
necessarily represent those of the Department.
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Survey
of Allotments, Community Gardens and City Farms: Urban
Research Summary No.23
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Allotment
Information and Products |
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Seed Suppliers |
| One of the most
important factors of growing vegetables successfully is a good
supply of fresh viable seed. Here we list some of the UK's best
seed suppliers. |
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Vegetables |
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are natural and low in fat and calories. They give us an energy
boost and a good source of fibre. This fibre makes us feel full and
prevents us from eating more food that may not be as good for us.
Our vegetable guide is full of growing and care tips
ideal for anyone tackling an allotment. |
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Fruit |
| Growing your own
fruit actually requires less work than growing vegetables, and, once
established require only a little looking after. The
best site in your garden to grow fruit is a sheltered spot that receives
at least half a days sunshine. To save energy position your fruit
crops where they will be easy to water, prune & harvest. |
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Mushrooms |
| Growing your
own mushrooms is relatively straight forward and very
rewarding. There is a huge difference in taste between
fresh home grown mushrooms and the supermarket bought
varieties. These
mushroom kits and spores are available to buy online and
delivered to your door. |
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Herbs |
| Herbs are an
invaluable addition to any allotment, not only are they
prized for their culinary delights they can also ward off
pests as well as being highly scented and decorative.
Although fresh and dried herbs are easily obtained from
your local supermarket they rarely exceed the standard you
can gain from growing your own. |
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Raised
Bed Kits |
| Timber
raised beds are an ideal way to grow vegetables in
an allotment. Raised garden beds are ideal for
growing carrot, potato and onion crops as well as
cabbage and other brassicas and delicious squashes
including courgettes and pumpkins. |
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Cold
Frames & Cloches |
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extensive range of high quality cloches & cold frames to
provide protection to your plants and seedlings from weather
and rabbits - allowing you to get a
heads start over nature! |
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Greenhouses |
| Take a
look at some of the best value greenhouses available
for home delivery on the net. A greenhouse is the
ideal structure to give your crops an early start as
well protecting the more tender plants through the
winter. |
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Mini
Greenhouses |
| These compact
greenhouses are ideal for small gardens or beginners and
provide flexible solutions for propagating, growing and
storing plants. |
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Rainwater
Collection |
| Using natural rainwater on your
allotment can be beneficial to vegetables, as it has a balanced pH and contains none of the chemicals of tap water, such as chlorine.
They are also ideal where allotment plots have little or no water
source. |
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Polytunnels |
| Polytunnels
provide lots of space & light at a fraction of the
cost of a glass glazed greenhouse – ideal for growing
out of season salad produce, early
vegetables, bedding
plants, exotic
plants and more.
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Books |
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National
Society of Allotment and Leisure Gardeners |
| NSALG is the recognised national representative body for the allotment movement in the U.K.
The Society is owned, managed and funded by its members to protect, promote and preserve allotments for future generations to enjoy. Members can also have their say at our Annual General Meeting, by appointing a member of their Society/Association to attend and vote on any motions that have been presented. |
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National Allotment
Gardens Trust |
NAG Trust was set up for the benefit of the Public-at-Large, with particular reference to:
The recreational and environmental benefits of allotment and recreational gardening; in particular
•Emphasis on production of wholesome food, healthy exercise in the open air, education passing on of skills, and community fellowship.
•The Introduction of gardening to, and empowerment of, the youngest gardener, the less physically or mentally able gardener, the gardener who might in any way be socially disadvantaged, so that the quality of life of any such person might improve. |
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Scottish Allotments
and Gardens Society |
| SAGS works for allotment sites and plot holders throughout Scotland. |
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London
Allotments |
| Here you will find information on how to find your local allotment in London, the benefits of allotments, responsibilities of allotment holders, tenancy agreements, costs, funding, and links to further resources. |
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