Allotments

Growing your own vegetables has become more popular than ever, and we’re pleased to offer allotment plots in two lovely locations in Newhaven. One site sits at the top of Newhaven Cemetery, in a peaceful semi-rural spot backing onto Bollens Bush. The soil there is chalky, meaning it is excellent for growing, amongst other things, Brassicas, Root Vegetables and Alliums.

Our standard plots are 9 rods in size (a rod is an old land measurement—about 5 metres long, or roughly 25 sq m when squared). In recent years we’ve divided some of the plots into halves to make them easier to manage and to allow more residents to join in. Because demand is high, there is usually a waiting list, and it may take 2–3 years for a plot to become available.

We also manage the Eastside allotments, which offer another great option for local growers. Unfortunately, our waiting list for the Eastside allotments is closed at the moment. We will announce its re-opening via all our social media channels and here.

If you’d like to be added to the waiting list for our Newhaven Cemetery site, please contact us on 01273 516100 or email admin@newhaventowncouncil.gov.uk.