National Allotments Week

National Allotments Week takes place from 10 to 16 August 2026, celebrating the role allotments play in healthier lives, greener neighbourhoods and stronger communities. It is an invitation to get growing and get involved.

When is National Allotments Week?

National Allotments Week is marked every August (August 10-16). It is one of the many UK awareness days that bring people together around a shared cause — see the full calendar.

Why National Allotments Week matters

Allotments boost physical and mental wellbeing, bring people together and help nature thrive in our towns and cities. Celebrating them encourages more people to share in the rewards of growing their own. The 2026 theme, set by the National Allotment Society, is ‘Grow to Learn’, celebrating allotments as outdoor classrooms. Explore community support volunteering.

How to get involved in National Allotments Week

There are three simple ways to make National Allotments Week count:

• Volunteer — volunteer at a community allotment or garden, helping people grow and tend plots together. Browse opportunities.
• Fundraise — hold a produce sale or sponsored grow-along to raise funds for a community gardening project.
• Raise awareness — share the benefits of allotments and encourage your council to protect and create more plots.

National Allotments Week volunteering opportunities

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Get involved with National Allotments Week

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