Allotment Gardening in Sutton
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Taking on an allotment plot is not all hard work; it can have many advantages such as providing fresh home grown vegetables for you and your family, free from artificial additives as well as growing fruits and beautiful flowers that cost a fraction of what you would have expected to pay in a supermarket or greengrocer. There is also a social side of allotmenteering, meeting new friends with similar interests and enabling you to enjoy a healthy outdoor life with gentle exercise and a place to relax and unwind. |
Getting a plot
There are over 2,500 plots to be found on 36 allotment sites in Sutton. The sites vary in size from Clensham Lane, Pylbrook Triangle, Priory Crescent and The Warren which have just 25 plots between them to Demesne Road, Gander Green Lane, Stanley Road and Westmead Road with over 200 plots each. See a directory of Sutton allotments
Allotment Locations: Please click here to find allotments in Sutton
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A plot for all needs
Full/half plots - for the enthusiastic grower we have a large number of full size plots which are 10 rods in size (250m2) allowing or the production of enough vegetables to supply a large family, or half a plot (5 rods) for the smaller family.
Mini plots
If you are considering growing your own produce and a full size plot is just too intimidating then we have an idea that may appeal to you. Why not try a mini plot? A mini plot is exactly what it says, smaller than a standard plot yet a good working size and absolutely perfect for someone who doesn't have the time or inclination to start on a grand scale. |
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Special needs
Sutton has a specially adapted site, within Cheam Park, to suit the needs of the disabled. There are in fact 18 plots of varying heights surrounded by a sensory garden and a model plot to help give ideas and inspiration. Further facilities include seating, toilets and a sheltered area.
Trading facilities
For a small membership fee many allotment sites have trading huts which enable you to purchase all your gardening needs at reasonable prices and are more convenient than going to your local garden centre. |
Getting started
Choose your site and then ring 020 8770 5070 for an up-to-date vacancy list, map of the site, costs and application form.
Further information
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