Allotments
Have you ever thought of taking on an allotment? Sherfield on Loddon Parish Council has an allotment site located close to the Village Green.
There is a group of enthusiastic allotment holders (Sherfield Allotment Association - SAA). They would be pleased to help you settle in and give you advice and support if you need it. Allotment plots are offered as full, half or quarter plots (this is a new size plot and is subject to demand).
The rates are as follows:
For Sherfield on Loddon residents:
Full Plot £55
Half Plot £30
Quarter Plot £15
For out of Parish residents:
Full Plot £76
Half Plot £47
Quarter Plot £26
Raised Beds: There are now raised beds on the Community Plot available for rent. If you fulful the following criterea or want further information please contact the SAA.
1. Former plot holders no longer able to manage their plot but want to continue to be a part of the allotment community.
2. Any disability restricting the ability to work a plot.
The annual charge for a Raised bed is £5
one plot has been converted as a shared community plot to provide accessible raised beds. If you are interested in either of these options or would like to go on the waiting list please contact the Allotment Assocaition on sherfield.allotments@gmail.com
You can download a copy of the Application Form.
Please note the waiting list for out of Parish Applicants is currently closed.
Senior citizens and those on fixed benefits will continue to pay at half the above rates. Please contact the Parish Clerk if you think you qualify for a reduction.
Following a review of deposits, the Parish Council has set the deposit at £100 for all plots. This will be refundable at the end of the tenancy provided the plot is left in a suitable condition for re-letting.
Here is a copy of the agreement of the allotment manager's responsibilities and the Parish Council's responsibilities.
Any existing tenants wishing to give up their plots should confirm their intention to do so by contacting the SAA - sherfield.allotments@gmail.com