Christmas and New Year closure information
Our council offices and phone lines will close at 4pm on Wednesday 24 December and reopen at 9am on Monday 5 January 2026.
See our service arrangements for customers during this time.
About our allotments
Find out how to apply, check the live waiting list, view plot locations and facilities.
Allotments in Norwich
Norwich has over 2,000 allotment plots across 18 sites around the city.
Plot sizes
Standard plots measure 125 square metres. Subject to approval, plot size may be increased if the existing is allotment is maintained.
View allotment sites and plot locations
What’s involved
Having an allotment takes time and effort. You’ll need to:
- visit regularly to care for your plants
- harvest your crops
- keep weeds under control
- clear and prepare the plot when you first get it
- check out our get growing guide to learn what’s needed to get started.
Costs (from September 2025–26)
- Norwich residents: £59.35 per year (47p per square metre)
- with discount: £41.66 per year (33p per square metre)
- non-residents: £78 per year (62p per square metre)
There’s also a one-time £15 fee when you first sign up. This covers admin and your gate key.
Who gets a discount?
You’ll get 30% off if you:
- live in Norwich and are of pension age
- have a Go4less card
How to pay
Rent is due by 1 October each year.
We’ll send you a letter at least three weeks before with payment details.
