Allotments

The Town Council recognises the importance of the provision of allotments as a means of recreation and relaxation, and a healthy pastime for its residents. We provide:-

• 793 allotments on 19 sites 
  - Albion Street
  - Byers Green, The Gardens
  - Byers Green, The Pens
  - Clarence Street
  - Clyde Terrace
  - Durham Road
  - Eden Road
  - Green Lane
  - Kirk Merrington, Blue House Estate
  - Kirk Merrington, South View
  - Merrington Lane
  - North Road
  - South View (self managed site)
  - St Pauls Gardens
  - Timothy Terrace
  - Tudhoe
  - White Moor
  - Windsor Avenue
  - Wood Street
• A dedicated allotment consultant
• Administrative support and help to Allotment Associations
• Maintenance of fencing and roadways
• Security
• Water
• Allotment competition

The Town Council is a member of the National Society of Allotment and Leisure Gardeners.

We have recently developed an Allotment Agreement which sets out the terms and conditions in accepting a tenancy, and lays out the obligations of both parties.

allotment tenancy agreement 2012.pdf

allotment Rules 2012.pdf

 Allotment Tenancy Agreement.pdf 2011

Information regarding allotments can be obtained from Mr Alf Clayton, Allotment Consultant, at the Town Hall, on 01388 815276.  

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