Have you thought of the benefits an allotment could bring you, including eating freshly grown vegetables, the exercise and fresh air?
North Lincolnshire Council own and manage a total of 535 allotments at a number of sites within Scunthorpe. Sites outside Scunthorpe are usually managed by the local Town or Parish Council.
Sites in Scunthorpe
- Buckingham Avenue.
- Westcliff Avenue.
- Healey Road.
- Somervell Road.
- Bottesford Lane (Wheatfields).
What is an allotment?
The average allotment is a plot of land comprising of 300sq yards (or 253sq.m.). Each plot is rented at £18.00 per annum, payable in April. A £5.00 returnable deposit is also required for a key.
On your allotment you can grow fruit and vegetables or plants and flowers.
What do I do now?
- Contact Neighbourhood Services, either by phone (01724 297843) or in person to determine if a plot is available at your preferred site. Some sites are in particular demand and a waiting list may exist, if this is the case you will be added to the list and contacted when a plot is available for you.
- If a site is available an Allotments Inspector will then meet you at the site for you to view vacant plots
- Once you have selected a plot you must sign a tenancy agreement before your possession of the plot can be granted.
- If you wish to add a shed or glasshouse you must seek permission from the Parks Manager. Application forms and design sheets are available for this purpose upon request.
Contact information
If you would like further details please contact Neighbourhood Services on 01724 297843.
Other sites in North Lincolnshire
Some of the Town and Parish Councils provide allotments outside Scunthorpe. Please contact them directly for details of provision in your area.