Get green finger ready at the pop-up allotment event!

Allotment team members are holding a drop in event at Grimsby Top Town Market on Tuesday 15^th October 2024 between 9.30am 12.30pm to offer residents the chance to discuss being a plot holder and answer any queries they may have.

New plot holders have been enjoying the challenge of taking on additional space and giving the plots their own unique stamp when starting their allotment journey.

Taking on a plot between now and 31^st December 2024 is entirely free, then moving forward the yearly cost for 2025 will range from £110 dependant on site, and concession prices are available for plot holders over 60 years of age, full time students, other criteria is also considered (fees are reviewed annually).

North East Lincolnshire Council and Equans have seen increased demand for allotments and, to meet this, the service has been able to expand the sites and use previously underutilised space within the allotment sites.

Why take up an allotment plot?

• Improve your health and wellbeing
• Grow your own fruit and vegetables
• Support the environment and reduce food miles
• Meet new people and make new friends
• Save money on your grocery shopping
• Support local wildlife and connect with nature

Equans manage the following allotments:

• Carr Lane Allotments, Cleethorpes – entrance off Lestrange Street and Beeley Road
• Littlecoates Allotments, Grimsby – entrance off Lister Street
• Peaksfield Allotments, Grimsby – entrance off Weelsby Avenue
• Saltings Allotments, Grimsby – entrance off Littlefield Lane
• Springfield Allotments, Scartho – entrance off Springfield Road
• Weelsby Allotments, Grimsby – entrance off Garton Grove
• Winchester Allotments, Grimsby – entrance off Laceby Road

If you are unable to attend the drop in event, more information about taking on an allotment plot can be found by visiting www.nelincs.gov.uk/allotments, email alloments.enquiries@nelincs.gov.uk or call (01472) 324501.