Rent an allotment
The City of Edinburgh Council manages 32 allotment sites across the city, offering approximately 1,800 plots. These range in size from full and half plots to quarter plots and raised beds, providing flexible options to suit a variety of gardening needs and experience. Allotments remain in extremely high demand, with waiting lists at most sites significantly exceeding current availability, resulting in lengthy waiting times.
Cost
You can rent an allotment as an individual or a group.
Annual rental charges for the upcoming billing period (January 2026- January 2027) are as follows:
- Full plot- £169.05
- Half plot- £85.05
- Quarter plot and raised bed- £47.05
This is subject to change annually.
A 50% concessionary discount is available on full and half plots for individuals who are:
- a full-time student
- unemployed
- of state pension age (66 years old)
Please note that concessions do not apply to quarter plots or raised beds. Proof of eligibility for concessionary rates will be required.
We encourage tenants to pay an optional £2.50 fee to the The Federation of Edinburgh and District Allotments and Gardens Associations (FEDAGA). FEDAGA supports allotment users throughout the Edinburgh area.
We invoice allotment tenants each year.
Rules
You must follow the rules for allotment plot holders.