FAQ

You can apply by completing an application form which you can access on the top menu bar of this website.

Once we have received your application, 3 Committee members will meet with you to approve your application.

The majority of our allotments are classed as half size. New Allotmenteers will only be given a half size plot initially.

All new Allotmenteers are first given a half size plot. Upon successful completion of a probationary period, Allotmenteers can apply for an additional plot subject to Committee approval.

In growing season (May - September), the probationary period for new Allotmenteers is 3 months.

Outside of these months, the probationary period varies depending on the weather.

Per half size plot, we recommend that you should spend 2 hours or more on your plot each week throughout the year.

Yes, however this is subject to approval from the Committee as a decision will be made as to if the design fits in with the aesthetic of the site.

The Committee inspect the allotments from a health & safety and Chesterfield Borough Council perspective every month.

It is a requirement of our insurers that we provide a safe working environment for all Allotmenteers.

Chesterfield Borough Council require us to keep a clean and tidy site and each plot must be 75% under cultivation.

The main tenant of each plot becomes a member of the society. There can then be another 3 associate members named on the tenancy agreement who are allowed on the site.

Only the main tenant gets a vote on any society matters.

Yes, as long as your dog stays on your plot, is on a lead and any dog mess is cleared up and removed off the site.

Should the main tenant decide to withdraw their membership, the Committee will review the tenancy agreement and review if the new named associate can become the main tenant.

You can either complete the Contact Us form at the bottom of the home page, or you can email ashgateallotmentsociety@gmail.com

You must speak to a member of the Committee first before any third party contractor comes onto the site (for example to construct a shed).

This will then be reviewed to ensure that we have a safe system at work in place. This is a requirement of our insurer.