- The rent for a standard plot (250 square metres) on Council managed sites is £66 per year.
- Prices vary according to the plot size and smaller plots will be charged at a lower rate.
- This price does not include water charges, which are £22 per plot each year for a half/standard plot. Additional charges will apply for larger plots.
- There is also a one off £40 set up charge for new plot holders. This must be paid in advance.
- Passport to Leisure (PTL) holders can get a a 40% discount on Council managed sites.
Concession policy
40% off allotment rent for PTL or English National Concessionary Pass (ENCP) holders.
- Applies to plots on sites that are directly managed by the Council.
For more details, please see: Passport to Leisure.
Note: The above applies to the plot rental only and not water charges.
To qualify, tenants must either provide a copy of their:
- PTL or ENCP to the Council service responsible for the management of allotments;
- or bring their PTL or ENCP to a Customer First office for it to be copied.
These copies must be provided either when the allotment agreement is issued or before 30th June.
A valid photo ID is required in advance prior to any discount being made on the account.
If you renew your PTL when it expires, we need a copy of it or full rent will apply.
Please note: For allotment plots with joint tenants, both must qualify for PTL or ENCP to get the concession.