Tel: 01702 716288
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Tel: 01702 716288
The benefits of having an allotment plot are enormous and we manage two allotment sites in the town - Manchester Drive and Marshall Close.
Both sites have allotment societies so as well as growing your own fruit and veg, there is the chance to become part of a great community.
Once you have read all the information on this page, if you are still interested in renting your own allotment, please email allotments@leighonseatowncouncil.gov.uk
For a wax lyrical view on allotment life, read Ray Morgan's blog here.
A picture of a Flower Bed in Manchester Drive Alottment
Picture of peas in Manchester Drive Allotments
Allotments at Manchester Drive
To find out more about running your own allotment plot, have a read through of our Allotment Handbook below.
Follow the link below to view the rents for the various sites and plot sizes. The allotment year runs from October through to September.
Manchester Drive allotments:
Marshall Close allotments:
All tenants must sign our Tenancy Agreement and adhere to the Council rules whilst using their Allotment site Allotment Tenancy Agreement
The Council wish to ensure the safety of anyone using or visiting the allotments and ask that all tenants familiarise themselves with our Health & Safety Policy.
Health & Safety for Allotment Users
Bee Keeping is allowed within the Allotments but the Council has a strict policy regarding this to ensure the safety of all users. Please read our Bee Keeping Policy for more information. Bee Keeping Policy
Sadly sometimes things go wrong between tenants and the Council will do its utmost to assist by following a mediation procedure.
Manchester Drive Allotments is home to over 400 plots across 2 areas which totals over 21 acres in size. The two areas are the Manchester Drive site and the Leigh site. The Manchester Drive Allotment Society runs an on-site shop and cafe with toilet facilities for plot holders across both sites. Manchester Drive Allotments is located to the North-East of Leigh-on-Sea along Prittlewell Brook and provides a peaceful escape to everyday life for our plot holders
Marshall Close Allotments is a smaller site made up of 26 plots and Marshall Close Allotment Association are the on-site association. Marshall Close is located to the North-West of Leigh-on-Sea between Highlands Boulevard and Belfairs Woods