Plot holders
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Contact us with enquiries
0131 469 5011
accountsreceivable@edinburgh.gov.uk
Allotment site associations
Allotment site associations help you get the most out of your allotment.
Contact us for advice on looking after your allotment, to find out about your local association or for help to set one up
Mercedes.Main@edinburgh.gov.uk.
Advice and guidance
Check out these links for valuable information and resources about allotments. They provide helpful tips, gardening techniques, and insights that can enhance your experience and knowledge in managing your plot.
- Download guide for all allotment holders - PDF
- Federation of Edinburgh and District Allotments and Gardens Associations has advice on gardening and how to run an allotment.
- Scottish Allotments and Gardens Society has legal advice, news and publications, including a design guide.
- Changeworks’ advice on composting.
- National Society of Allotments and Leisure Gardeners gives a range of advice for new gardeners.
- Garden Organic provides support on how to garden organically.
- Gardening in harmony with nature explains how to use your allotment to encourage and protect wildlife.