Following representations made at the Asset and Open Spaces Committee meeting on 21st January 2026 from plot holders advising that, although a pricing update was issued in September 2025, not all allotment holders had received this, the Council took steps to ensure fairness. At the meeting, Members agreed to:

• Defer the implementation of the allotment rent increases to allow time for review and consultation, in order for the Committee to confirm the rates for 01 October 2026 to 30 September 2027 at the next Asset and Open Spaces Committee in March
• Issue invoices to the allotment holders at the 2025/26 rates for a six-month period from 01 April 2026 – 30 September 2026

The Asset and Open Spaces Committee members met on the 11th March 2026 and reviewed feedback from the online consultation in February and early March 2026 and agreed that the new billing arrangement will also:

• Remove the previous pricing levels by site, and standardise the rate across all allotment sites.

From 01 October 2026 to 30 September 2027, the rates will be:

• £14.00 per rod
• £2.50 per rod for water

The Council continues to encourage plot holders to conserve water, as reduced usage will help lower costs. Rainwater harvesting across allotment sites is also being explored to support water efficiency.

To read more on the Allotment Pricing Structure, please click here