Allotments

Having an allotment allows you to grow your own produce, stay active and enjoy the fresh air. Colchester City Council owns and manages over 1100 allotment plots across 19 sites.

Allotment Sites

View a list of all allotment sites managed by Colchester City Council.

Parish and Town Councils

Find your parish clerks' contact details to enquire about parish allotments.

Growing calendar

Find information on how you can plan and grow throughout the year.

Allotments FAQs

How much is an allotment? Rules and regulations? What can I put on my allotment? We answer these questions and more.

Tenancy Agreement

Terms and Conditions of accepting a tenancy for an allotment plot with Colchester City Council.
The Tenant agrees to comply with the Council’s conditions listed below.

Colchester Allotments Association

Colchester Allotments Association

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