Most of our plots are situated in either Long Eaton or Ilkeston and are spread across 12 separate sites, which are:
- Wilmot Street, Sawley
- Meadow Lane, Long Eaton
- Norfolk Road, Long Eaton
- Wilsthorpe Road, Long Eaton (run by Association)
- Welbeck Road, Long Eaton (run by Association) welbeck.allotments@gmail.com
- Heanor Road, Ilkeston
- Clarksfield, Ilkeston
- Farfield Road, Ilkeston
- Maternity Home, Ilkeston (run by Association)
- Little Hallam Lane, Ilkeston
- Longfield Lane, Ilkeston
- Wirksworth Road, Kirk Hallam
Plot vacancies and renting an allotment
Our allotment sites are very popular. Please contact us if you are interested in having an allotment.
Please note that the water supply to the allotments is turned off for the winter period from (November to April) to prevent frozen/burst pipes. If there are other issues with taps on site, this can be reported online:
Report issue with Allotment tap
Report any other issue at the allotment
Why have an allotment?
Allotment gardening can be a very rewarding pastime and make a valuable contribution to the quality of people's lives.
Open Space is becoming increasingly important within our communities as the intensity of development increases. Allotments are important recreational assets for people without gardens.
How much will it cost?
An annual fee is payable which varies depending on the size of the plot. Crops can be produced at a fraction of the cost that you would be charged at a greengrocer or supermarket. Other than the annual rent, all that needs to be invested is a few hours a week, the cost of a small selection of hand tools and a little hard work.
| Allotments | |
|---|---|
| Plots | Total £ |
| Small Plot | 45.00 |
| Medium Plot | 60.00 |
| Large Plot | 75.00 |
| Deposits | |
|---|---|
| Deposit for key allocation (refundable when key is returned) | 5.00 |
| Admin for key allocation | 5.00 |
| Replacement keys | 10.00 |
Exercise in the Fresh Air
The other benefits of being an allotment holder are exercise and relaxation. Allotments give you the opportunity to combine health and leisure pursuits. If fruit and vegetables are grown they are an essential part of a healthy diet and when they are organically grown, you will reduce your exposure to pesticides, herbicides and fungicides. Allotments are part of Erewash and many people enjoy gardening for exercise and the pleasure of growing plants.
Environment
Allotments can benefit the environment in many ways. They provide valuable green space within our local towns and cities making them more environmentally friendly, sustainable and attractive places to live. They can also provide varied and valued habitat for wild plants and animals. Locally grown food does not have to be transported long distances, which helps to reduce pollution and road traffic.
Help
All kinds of people rent allotments and there is the opportunity to make new friends. There is always someone on hand to give advice to newcomers and make you feel welcome.
Advice
The best time to start is in the autumn, when the plots can be dug over and can be prepared over the winter. However, many people only start getting enthusiastic when the spring arrives. It is, of course, still possible to produce excellent crops, plants and flowers by taking up a plot then.