Allotments

Allotment gardening is a low-cost, enjoyable leisure activity which all the family can get involved in. You can grow a variety of organic vegetables, as well as flowers, herbs, and fruit. Some plots for poultry and pigeons are also available.

The allotment agreement explains what is and is not allowed on allotments, as well as other rules.

Sites

Middlesbrough has eight allotment sites, with over 900 plots.

The sites are:

1. Beechwood - self-managed. For enquiries, please visit the on-site shop.
2. Berwick Hills - managed by Middlesbrough Council.
3. Coulby Newham - managed by Middlesbrough Council.
4. Hemlington - managed by Middlesbrough Council.
5. Letitia Street (Newport) - managed by Middlesbrough Council.
6. Saltersgill - self-managed. To apply for an allotment, contact Saltersgill Allotment Association at plotenquiry@saltersgillallotments.co.uk.
7. Town Farm (Cargo Fleet Lane) - managed by Middlesbrough Council.
8. Whitehouse (North Ormesby) - managed by Middlesbrough Council.

For the sites we manage, our role includes: looking after tenancy details, carrying out regular inspections, taking enforcement action, dealing with complaints, organising repairs and rubbish collections, sending invoices, and taking payments.

Eligibility

Allotments are only available to Middlesbrough residents.

Only residents in South Middlesbrough (with a TS8 postcode) can apply for a plot at Coulby Newham and Hemlington allotments.

Size and cost

The size of allotment plots varies from site to site. Only one plot can be allocated to new tenants.

Standard plots (classed as 'medium') are approximately 200m². The current rent is £89.74 per year.

Smaller plots (classed as 'small') are between 50m² and 100m². the current rent is £46.48 per year.

Paying for your allotment

If you're a tenant of Beechwood or Saltersgill, you can pay for your allotment plot online. You'll get a reminder letter when you need to pay.

If you're a tenant of any other allotment, we'll send you an invoice. The invoice will explain how you can pay.

Applying for an allotment

You can apply for an allotment online.

Please note, there is limited availability at some locations and you may be added to a waiting list. You'll be able to see your position in the waiting list when you complete the form.

If you'd like to find out more about becoming an allotment tenant, please call 01642 726001.

Benefits

Benefits include the satisfaction of growing your own fresh food in a chemical-free environment, in an organic, natural way. This is food that you've grown yourself, fresh from your plot, which hasn't travelled thousands of miles before it reaches your plate.

Vegetables are high in fibre, good for the digestive system, and an important source of vitamins and minerals.

Allotment tenants also benefit from fresh air and plenty of exercise.