Millfield Allotments is a community of like-minded individuals who all share a love of gardening and growing their own food. We provide a secure and friendly environment for our plot holders to develop their skills, make new connections, and enjoy the therapeutic benefits of gardening. We strive to create an environment that promotes sustainable and organic gardening practices, with respect to the environment and the wider Faversham community. Plot Holder Responsibilities: Millfield Allotments is a community of like-minded individuals who all share a love of gardening and growing their own food. We provide a secure and friendly environment for our plot holders to develop their skills, make new connections, and enjoy the therapeutic benefits of gardening. We strive to create an environment that promotes sustainable and organic gard ening practices, with respect to the environment and the wider Faversham community. In return we ask that plot holders take pride in their plots, and require that plot holders ensure their actions and the actions of those present on their plot are in line with the Tenancy Agreement and their responsibilities as a plot holder. Plot holders must agree to abide by the following: 1. Actively Worked Plots: To ensure that they keep their plot clean, free from weeds, in a good state of fertility and cultivation at all times. Cultivation is deemed to be the planting and growing of vegetables and fruit bushes and flowers. Strimmed grass does not count as cultivation. 2. Crop Allocation: As a guide approximately sixty five percent of a plot should be used for the cultivation and production of vegetables, the remaining thirty five percent can be used for fruit, flowers, grass, and shed / greenhouse areas. 3. Pathway Maintenance: To keep all paths adjoining the plot cut (if grass) and in serviceable use and well maintained at all times. 4. Nuisance: Not to cause nuisance to any other tenant nor to any local resident in any matter of site use and access. 5. Obstructions: Not to permit trees and plants on their plot to encroach over roadways, paths and neighbours plots. The Committee will have the right to cut back any offending growth if necessary. 6. Trees: Plot holders should ensure all fruit trees planted on their allotment plots should be on dwarf root stock. All trees should be pruned so they do not grow taller than two meters high and fruit trees pruned for fruit production. No nut trees to be planted and trees should not be planted along the boundaries of an allotment plot. 7. Litter and Waste : To ensure that plots are free from rubbish such as old tyres, bottles, and waste matter and should strive to keep plots tidy and well-kept at all times. Waste is not permitted to be brought onto the allotment site from external sources. 8. Organic Material: Not to deposit within the site any rubbish or decaying matter except manure and compost in such quantities as may reasonably be used for cultivation. 9. Waste Removal: To compost or reuse all matter arising from the cultivation of their plot. Any matter that is not compostable or reusable must be burnt or removed from the site by the tenant. 10. Bonfires: Bonfires are permitted on plots throughout the year. The times at which a bonfire can be lit depend on the season and weather. Plot holders will only light a bonfire, or permit a bonfire to be lit, in accordance with this criteria. More information, including the times bonfires are permitted, can be found on our Bonfires page. 11. Structures: To respect the measurement guide for sheds and greenhouses which should not be more than 1.8 meters x 1.2 meters. Sheds larger than this will not be permitted without prior consent from the Millfield Allotments Committee. 12. Dogs: To neither bring nor cause to be brought into the allotment site any dog unless it is under control at all times and belongs to the tenant (does not apply to Public Right of Way through the site). 13. Unauthorised Persons: To respect that the elected Committee shall have the right to refuse entry of any unauthorised person (a member of the tenant’s family is exempt from this ruling) unless that unauthorised person is accompanied by the tenant or a member of the Committee. 14. Children: To neither bring nor cause to be brought into the allotment site any child unless he/she is under the supervision of the tenant at all times. 15. Others' Property: To respect all installations, buildings and fixtures whether the property of Faversham Town Council, the collective property of all tenants or the Allotments Association. 16. Inspections: The Committee will appoint an inspection committee and schedule monthly inspections of plots that are timely, fair and appropriate to the season to ensure the undertaking by tenants are adhered to. All allotment tenants have an obligation to cooperate in such inspections. Procedures for non-cultivation will be fair, and made known at the outset to any tenant against whom action is proposed by way of a warning letter. Failure to bring the plot up to standard will result in the termination of the tenancy agreement. These responsibilities are designed to ensure that all of our members are able to enjoy their allotment in a safe and secure environment, and aid the Committee in the smooth running of the site. We strive to make Millfield Allotments a place that everyone can enjoy and feel proud to be a part of. Full details of all responsibilities held by individual plot holders, as well as Millfield Allotments Association, can be found in the Tenancy Agreement on our Document Library page.

Rent for allotment plots are managed by the Association Treasurer, who issues rent notices each year. Rents are fixed per rod, with the rental fee corresponding to the size of a plot. Current rates for the 2024 season are: £4.00 per rod. £40.00 for a full 10 rod plot. Concessionary rates are available for plot holders aged over 60, reducing the price of a 10 rod plot to £30.00. Concessionary rates are only available on full plots. Rents & Fees: Rent for allotment plots are managed by the Association Treasurer , who issues rent notices each year. Rents are fixed per rod, with the rental fee corresponding to the size of a plot. Current rates for the 2024 season are: £4.00 per rod £40.00 for a full 10 rod plot. Concessionary rates are available for plot holders aged over 60, reducing the price of a 10 rod plot to £30.00. Concessionary rates are only available on full plots. Rental agreements can be obtained from the beginning of November or at the yearly AGM meeting , and are payable by the end of November. Alongside the rent payment, allotment holders are required to pay a compulsory £3 subscription to the National Society of Allotment & Leisure Gardeners . This subscription helps to support the work of the Society, who are dedicated to protecting the interests of allotment holders and gardeners across the UK. In return all plot holders have access to the resources and guidance available on the Society website, access to free digital copies of the Allotment & Leisure Gardener magazines or a £10 per annum subscription for physical copies, liability insurance , and discounted seeds ordered through the Kings Seeds Scheme . No additional payment is required for the use of mains supplied water on the site. Failure to pay the rent and subscription by the due date may result in a plot being forfeited, and re-let to a new tenant.

Allotment plots are a great way to grow your own fruits, vegetables, and flowers. However, these plots should be maintained and cultivated regularly in order to yield the best results. Keeping your plot tidy and well maintained will also ensure that it remains attractive and safe for other allotment users. Unkempt plots can become overgrown and unproductive, and may even be a nuisance to other allotment owners. It is important to ensure that your plot is kept well maintained and cultivated. Unkempt Plot Process: Allotment plots are a great way to grow your own fruits, vegetables, and flowers. However, these plots should be maintained and cultivated regularly in order to yield the best results. Keeping your plot tidy and well maintained will also ensure that it remains attractive and safe for other allotment users. Unkempt plots can become overgrown and unproductive, and may even be a nuisance to other allotment owners. It is important to ensure that your plot is kept well maintained and cultivated. Cultivation is deemed to be the planting and growing of vegetables, fruit bushes and flowers. As a guide approximately 65% of a plot at Millfield should be used for the cultivation of vegetables, whilst the remaining 35% can be used for fruit, flowers, grass and the siting of sheds, greenhouses and polytunnels. Each year the Committee will appoint an inspection panel and schedule regular inspections of plots that are timely, fair and appropriate to the season to ensure the undertaking by tenants are adhered to. All allotment tenants have an obligation to cooperate in such inspections. Procedures for non-cultivation will be fair, and made known at the outset to any tenant against whom action is proposed, by order of the following process: 1) A plot is inspected and deemed to be unkempt, or lacking in adequate cultivation in line with the tenancy agreement as set out by Millfield Allotments Association and Faversham Town Council. 2) The Millfield Allotments Association Committee is notified of the unsatisfactory condition of the plot in question. 3) The plot holder is contacted by the Association Secretary to advise on the outcome of the inspection. A warning letter is sent to the plot holder and retained on record by the Secretary. 4) A re-inspection of the plot is conducted 28 days after the warning letter is sent. Failure to bring the plot up to the required standard plot will result in the termination of the tenancy agreement, with a termination letter being issued by the Secretary. Upon termination of the tenancy agreement, the plot holder must vacate the plot, taking all of their belongings with them. 5) The plot will then be let to a new tenant.

Millfield Allotments Association takes great pride in providing a safe and secure environment for our members. That's why we have public liability insurance to protect our members and the Association against any unforeseen accidents or incidents that may occur on our premises. With our insurance coverage, we prioritise the safety and well-being of our members above all else. Insurance: Millfield Allotments Association takes great pride in providing a safe and secure environment for our members. That's why we have public liability insurance to protect our members and the Association against any unforeseen accidents or incidents that may occur on our premises. With our insurance coverage, we prioritise the safety and well-being of our members above all else. A summary of our public liability insurance is available here . All subscribing plot holders are also able to opt-in to the Allotmenteers Liability Insurance which is purchased by the National Allotment Society. This further covers against accidental injury and damage, or those occurring during an incident on the allotments. More details can be obtained by contacting the Association , and can also be found on the members area of the National Allotment Society website.

Bonfires are a great way for allotment holders to dispose of garden waste, however it is essential to do so responsibly. To ensure that bonfires are managed safely and appropriately, rules are enforced. Millfield Allotments Association and Faversham Town Council have agreed upon permitted times for bonfires throughout the year Looking to have a bonfire? Bonfires are a great way for allotment holders to dispose of garden waste, however it is essential to do so responsibly. To ensure that bonfires are managed safely and appropriately, rules are enforced. Millfield Allotments Association and Faversham Town Council have agreed upon permitted times for bonfires throughout the year, as follows: From October to March, bonfires are permissible from 1 p.m. From April to September, bonfires can be lit from 3 p.m. The Millfield Allotments Association requires that all bonfires are kept small and contained. Bonfires should be contained within incinerators where possible or within the designated area on the site. Additionally, no bonfires may be lit if the wind is blowing westerly towards the housing along Cheney Road. If the wind should change direction at any time we would ask plot holders to extinguish the bonfire. All bonfires must be well supervised and extinguished before leaving the allotment, and should not be allowed to burn overnight. Bonfires should not be left unattended and accelerants are not permitted to be used to start or maintain bonfires. Please ensure that all bonfires are fully extinguished and all ashes properly disposed of. Plot holders are not permitted to bring rubbish or waste onto the site to burn at any time. By following these rules, allotment holders can enjoy bonfires safely and responsibly, whilst burning their garden waste. An annual bonfire social event, organised by the Millfield Allotments Association, is held in October. For details of the upcoming bonfire, see our Events page.

If you have any questions or queries about anything to do with Millfield Allotments, please fill in the contact form below and we will get back to you as soon as possible. Alternatively, you can email us with your enquiry. If you can't find what you're looking for, please let us know and we will be happy to help. We look forward to hearing from you! Contact Us: If you have any questions or queries about anything to do with Millfield Allotments, please review our Frequently Asked Questions page, or the 'Search' function , to see whether your question has been answered before. Looking to apply for a plot? Please read our Plot Applications Page . For further information, and to apply for a plot, please visit the Faversham Town Council website . If you can't find the answer you're looking for, fill in the contact form below and we will get back to you as soon as possible. Alternatively, you can email us with your enquiry. If you can't find what you're looking for on our website, please let us know and we will be happy to help. We look forward to hearing from you! First Name Last Name Email Phone Message Send Thanks for contacting Millfield Allotments Association - we'll be in contact as soon as possible! Millfield Allotment Gardens, Millfield Road, Faversham, Kent, ME13 8DQ (Please note we cannot accept postal deliveries at this address) millfieldallotments23@outlook.com

At Millfield Allotments there are a total of eight water faucets spread across the site. Water is fed via a mains connected pipe, and there is no additional fee to pay for drawing from taps. The annual water bill is paid through annual rental fees for the site. However, plot holders are encouraged to collect rainwater and use it first before drawing from the taps - to help the environment and save money. Water at Millfield Allotments: At Millfield Allotments there are a total of eight water faucets spread across the site. Water is fed via a mains connected pipe, and there is no additional fee to pay for drawing from taps. The annual water bill is paid through annual rental fees for the site. However, p lot holders are encouraged to collect rainwater and use it first before drawing from the taps - to help the environment and save money. Hoses are not to be used to water individual plots, but can be used to fill up waterbutts during periods of prolonged dry weather. Water saving methods are important, and allotment holders are encouraged to use water responsibly and efficiently. To find the location of the nearest faucet to your plot, review our Site Map, which contains the location of all the water stations around our allotment site.

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Millfield Allotments Announcements: May 16 1 min New Allotment Notice Board Installed A new Millfield Allotments notice board has been installed in the main car park beside plot 8a/8b, and the entrance to the vehicular... May 16 3 min Water Leak - *Updated 8th July* The Committee have identified that there is currently a water leak on our underground pipe network, and so regretfully, the taps around... May 10 1 min Faversham Archaeology Visit Over the 24th and 25th May 2024, the Faversham Society Archaeological Research Group (FSARG) will be visiting Millfield Allotments to...

Sat, 20 Jul | Garden Room - Social Building Open Day 2024 Millfield Allotments Association Open Day Time & Location: 20 Jul 2024, 11:00 – 15:00 Garden Room - Social Building, Millfield Allotments, Millfield Rd, Faversham ME13 8DQ, UK About This Event: Millfield Allotments Association Open Day 2024: The Millfield Allotments Association Open Day is a yearly opportunity for members and non-members alike to come and explore our allotments. Each year we open up our gates to allow you to walk around our allotments and take in the beautiful plots tended to by our hard working tenants. This year the Committee have decided that the summer Open Day will be combined with our Plotholder's BBQ, and our annual Scarecrow Competition will also be judged on the day. We’ll also have refreshments available, face painting, cakes and sweet treats, and the Faversham Society Archaelogical Research Group will also be showing off their finds from our site as well as demonstrating a dig! All monies raised go back to the upkeep of our allotments. Whether you're looking for a fun family day out, a prospective tenant thinking of applying for a plot, or simply just interested in what goes on at Millfield Allotments, our Open Day is the perfect summer activity. Please come along if you can. Show More Share this event