Obtaining an allotment:
There are five allotment garden sites in Gainsborough which are managed by the Town Council.
Each has a Site Representative who helps to manage the running of that particular site on behalf of both the plot holders and the Town Council.
If you would like to obtain an allotment please click here or download and complete the application form below and return it to allotments@gainsborough-tc.gov.uk. Alternatively, if you would like to contact the Communities Officer please call on 07932 570929.
When there is no availability, the Council will manage a waiting list. This waiting list will always put the following people first:
· Gainsborough residents before non-residents;
· People who do not already have an allotment before those who have;
· Individuals before organisations and community groups (who may be offered a letting agreement slightly different to those for individuals).
Tenancy Agreement and Terms and Conditions
You can access the Tenancy Agreement with Terms and Conditions applicable from 6th June 2026 below:
Allotment Policies
Current Allotment Holders
If you would like to retain your allotment please click here or download and complete the Tenancy Agreement Acceptance form below and return it to allotments@gainsborough-tc.gov.uk – if you require a paper copy please email us with your postal address.
Allotment Forms
Allotment Gardens & Site Representatives
| Allotment Gardens | Site Secretaries | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Foxby Hill Allotment Gardens | Paul Hooton & Jonny Dukes | Foxby Hill Allotments, Foxby Lane, Gainsborough, DN21 1PP |
| Love Lane Allotment Gardens | Michaela Brown | Love Lane, Gainsborough DN21 2SG |
| North Warren Allotment Gardens | Kevin Codd | North Warren Road, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire DN21 2TU |
| Showfield Allotment Gardens | Lynda Clements | Morton Terrace, Gainsborough, DN21 2RJ |
| Spital Hill Allotment Gardens | vacant | Spital Hill, Gainsborough, DN21 1EG |
Allotment Site Representative Elections
Allotment Site Representative will be elected in May 2025. they will be in position for two years. In 2027 the Re election will take place in September. The elected Site Representative will remain in post for four years. This is to align with the Town Council elections.
If you have any questions, please get in touch.
Allotment Site Leases under paragraph 8.1 of the new agreement:
Spital Hill:
For all allotment enquiries please contact Gainsborough Town Council:
Tel: 01427 811573 | E-mail: allotments@gainsborough-tc.gov.uk
Other important information can be found at the following links
Gainsborough Town Council is not responsible for the content of external internet sites.
The National Allotment Society | Defra | British Hens Welfare Trust | RSPCA – Rabbit Welfare