The allotments in Marston Moreteyne are located on Station Road.
Applying for an Allotment
To apply for an allotment, please complete the enquiry form below.
We currently operate a waiting list for plots. Once your application is received, we will confirm receipt and contact you again when you reach the top of the list and a plot becomes available.
Important Information
Allotments are available to Parish residents only. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer tenancies to anyone living outside the Parish.
How Much Does It Cost?
The annual rent depends on the size of the plot, so fees vary accordingly. Rent is payable in full each year in September.
Inspections and Site Maintenance
Regular inspections of the site and individual plots are carried out to ensure that the terms of the tenancy agreement are being followed. This helps maintain high standards across the allotments for the benefit of:
• Current tenants
• Those on the waiting list
• The surrounding community
• The local environment
If any part of the tenancy agreement is breached, we will begin the enforcement process by issuing a notice. If the issue is resolved within 28 days, the tenancy will continue. Inspections also ensure that essential site facilities — such as fences, gates, and water supplies — are properly maintained.
Why Take on an Allotment?
Allotment gardening may be hard work, but it offers many benefits:
• Fresh, home-grown vegetables, fruit, and flowers for you and your family
• Opportunities to meet people with similar interests
• Healthy outdoor exercise — and more affordable than a gym membership
• A peaceful space to relax and unwind
Did You Know?
Allotment plots are often measured in rods (also known as perches). A rod is an old unit of length — traditionally the length of an ox-goad (a stick used to guide plough animals).
Ten rods equal approximately 250 square metres — about the size of a doubles tennis court.
The Benefits of Having a Plot
Healthier Lifestyle
Growing your own produce allows you to decide what goes into your soil and onto your crops. You can avoid pesticides and grow unique varieties not commonly found in shops.
Social Interaction
Meet new people and form friendships with fellow plot holders. Sharing advice and gardening experiences can be both enjoyable and rewarding.
Save Money
Reduce your grocery bills by growing your own fruit and vegetables.
Mental Wellbeing
Spending time outdoors among plants and nature supports mental health and wellbeing. Even 15 minutes a day in the summer sunshine can help boost vitamin D levels, which are essential for healthy teeth and bones.
Physical Wellbeing
Gardening provides excellent physical activity. It keeps joints flexible and muscles active. Just 30 minutes of gardening can burn around 150 calories — similar to low-impact aerobics.
Protect Local Wildlife
Allotments help sustain the local environment and provide valuable habitats for wildlife within the community.