Allotments
Watford has a thriving allotment movement. There are thirteen allotment sites across the town that are managed by the Council.
Please note: you can only rent one of Watford's allotment plots if you pay your Council Tax to Watford Borough Council. If you are unsure whether you qualify, please contact the Community Services department on 01923 278333 or use the email address at the bottom of the page.
Watford’s allotment sites provide a refuge for wildlife, including a number of species that are now scarce in Hertfordshire. Over 500 native trees have been planted on allotment sites. New ponds are also being constructed which encourage species that are the allotment holders’ friends.
Organic cultivation is strongly encouraged by the council, which has designated organic growing areas on some sites. Use of peat is discouraged as peat extraction damages the environment and is not necessary for a healthy allotment. Watford Borough Council is a 'peat-free' council.
Facilities
All sites have water tanks, some have toilets and also trading huts where you can purchase reasonably priced seeds and sundries. You need permission to put up a shed. Fencing is not allowed.
Location of Watford allotment sites:
| North Watford | Briar Road Callowland Cherry Tree, Berry Avenue Garston Manor, Horseshoe Lane |
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| Central | Tavistock Road Timberlake, Radlett Road |
| South | Brightwell, Scammell Way Chester Road Farm Terrace, Cardiff Road Holywell, Vicarage Road Oxhey Grange, Oxhey Avenue Paddock Road, Lower Paddock Road Wiggenhall, Longcroft |
How much does an allotment cost?
Currently the cost for a 5 pole plot is £11 per annum. Phone us on tel: 01923 278333 for details about concessionary rates.
How do I rent an allotment?
Simply call us on tel: 01923 278333 to rent an allotment.
Related pages
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Allotment application form
http://www.watford.gov.uk/redirect/?oid=%5Bcom.arsdigita.cms.contenttypes.FileStorageItem%3A%7Bid%3D17766092%7D%5D
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