• There are about 1,874 allotments in Kirklees on around 100 sites.
• The majority are about 200 square yards.
• Most allotments have access to a water supply.

Where's my nearest allotment?

Map of all allotment sites in Kirklees.

Application for tenancy of an allotment

• If there is a vacant plot you will be given the contact details of the site secretary who will show you the vacant plot and outline the rules and regulations.
• If there are no vacant plots your name will be added to the waiting list for that site and you will be contacted when a plot becomes available.

Your tenancy agreement explained: Dos and don'ts

Conditions for having your allotment garden.

Local organisations - Gardening and flowers

• Allotments and gardens federations
• Horticultural societies and flower clubs

Plant it, Grow it, Eat it

Guide to making the most out of your allotment.

Hens and rabbits on allotments

• Rules and advice about keeping poultry on your allotment.
• Applying to keep rabbits on an allotment.

National Trust: Green gardening

• Grow your own vegetables.
• Garden organically.
• Attract wildlife into your garden.
• Save time, energy and money in the garden.

Recycle now: Home composting

• Why compost
• Setting up your compost bin
• Making and using your compost
• Buy home composting bins and water butts at bargain prices: Get composting