I advise allotment authorities, public or public sector and individual plot holders.
Below are a few examples of some of the specialist allotment services I offer. The list is not exhaustive so if you don’t see what you are looking for please get in touch via the Contact Form.
Manuring a bed 
Dwarf apple tree 
Moisture retention 
Heritage tomatoes
Regular or occasional site inspections to ensure the allotment is running smoothly and conforming to legislation.
Appraisal of the security of the allotment site or green space.
Risk Assessments for Councils, landowners, schools and the Third Sector .
Full or partial site administration; dealing with day to day issues, such as official letters, so Council’s save money by not having to employ a dedicated officer.
Managing waiting lists, updating databases and acting as first point of contact to free up valuable time of Parish Clerks or overstretched Council officials.
Undertaking Financial reports including cost analysis.
Providing specialist support to fight allotment site closures.
Working with specialist contractors as required and overseeing their work, ensuring value for money.
Overseeing the groundworks of utility companies on behalf of Councils and landowners to ensure they comply with legislation.
Appraisals and written reports for Council’s or landowners, highlighting best value practises, ways to maximize efficiency and cost effectiveness.
Mentoring to facilitate the creation of new allotment sites; including negotiating with landowners on behalf of Council’s or individuals.
Help and advice to turn underperforming, loss making allotment sites or areas of land into something more productive as required by the client.
Advice for landowners to secure the perimeter of allotment sites.
Guidance on companion planting with flowers and vegetables on your own plot.
I charge either an agreed hourly rate or a fixed rate based on the job specification as per what the customer requires. Please contact me for further information.
Allotments, Gardens & Green Space Advisory Service 