An allotment allows you to grow fruit and vegetables free from harmful chemicals. It is a cheaper and greener way of growing and eating fresh and organic food.
We have several allotments in Harrow. To view the allotments we have in the borough, see our Harrow allotment map.
How much is a plot in an allotment?
We collect rental fees for allotment plots each year. There is an extra fee for access to running water at the allotment. This is for watering crops and cleaning tools.
Annual rental fee for a plot:
- £7.00 per pole
- £3.50 (discounted rate).
Annual rental fee for access to running water:
- £3.50 per pole
Discounted rates are available for:
- senior citizens
- students
- residents receiving benefits. These include: Job Seekers Allowance, Employment and Support Allowance, and Disability Living Allowance.)
What is a pole?
- Allotments are measured in poles. A pole is a measurement of approximately 5.5 yards or an area measuring 5.5 yards by 5.5 yards. The size of the plot can vary across the allotments in Harrow. Most plots are between 5 and 10 poles. This means that a 5-pole plot would cost £48.00 per year. A 10-pole plot would cost £96.00 per year (if both included access to water).
Applying for an allotment plot
Our allotments plots are very high in demand. Because of this, waiting times can vary depending on your plot. To apply for a plot in an allotment, you will need:
- the allotment you want to apply for (first, second, and third choices)
- any documents that qualify for discounted rates
- your contact details
Cancelling your allotment plot
To request that we cancel your allotment plot, you will need:
- The allotment that your plot is located in
- Your allotment plot number
- Your reason for cancellation
- Your contact details
Recycling at allotments
You can recycle all sorts of materials at our allotments, for example:
- Green waste from your garden or kitchen. Or newspaper and cardboard, can be composted.
- You can reuse plastic bottles as cloches.
- You can reuse cardboard tubes as plant pots.
- You can reuse aluminium foil to scare birds away from crops.
For information on our allotment strategy, see our Allotment strategy 2010-20.
For information on the allotment rules, see our Allotment rules 2024.
Allotments in Harrow
To find allotments near you enter your address below. Any nearby allotments will be shown as a green area on the map.