Practical guides on waiting lists, getting your first plot, and running a great allotment society.
The average UK allotment wait is 4 years — and in some London boroughs it stretches far longer. Here is how to make the waiting time count without losing momentum.
allotments.info editorial · 1 April 2026
Read →Looking for an allotment nearby? Here is how to search properly, compare sites, and avoid getting stuck on one long waiting list.
allotments.info editorial · 10 May 2026
Read →Allotments are usually affordable, but rent is only one part of the real first-year cost. Here is what to budget before accepting a plot.
allotments.info editorial · 10 May 2026
Read →Join the national waiting list and track your position across every site in one place.