Allotment Application

Colchester city Council has over 1100 allotment plots across 19 allotment sites in Colchester.  

Anyone over the age of 18 years is welcome to rent a plot. The Council allows one allotment plot per household. Priority is given to Colchester city residents over people living outside of the city boundaries.  

Some local parish councils also have allotment sites. If you would like to enquire about parish allotments, please contact the parish clerk. 

Apply for an allotment 

Before making an application, please read our allotment tenancy terms and conditions. Allotments are allocated on a first come, first served basis.