Our allotments are extremely popular and there may be a waiting list at all sites. For more information on how to be included on the waiting list please see below or call 01425 473883.
Southampton Road (what3words /// website.dreams.skirting), Upper Kingston (what3words /// hacksaw.lightbulb.wiser), and Crow Arch Lane (what3words /// mime.shins.unloading
Allotments are provided for any resident, over the age of 18, who lives within the Ringwood parish boundary, subject to availability.
A chronological waiting list is kept and allotments will only be let to residents, over the age of 18 of neighbouring parishes, if there are no Ringwood residents on the list.
You can complete and submit an allotment application form here or download it here
The Allotments Rules were reviewed in October 2026. A plain english version of the rules can be viewed here.
A ground deposit of £50 is required at the start of an allotment tenancy.
Fees with effect from 1st October 2025
Fees with effect from 1st October 2026
For new non-resident applicants, the charge will be double that of residents. *The Upper Kingston fees includes the recharge for the annual cost of vermin control arrangements at the allotments.
Each site has its own water supply. Southampton Road, Upper Kingston and Crow Arch Lane sites have lockable gates. Tenants are provided with a key for a £10 deposit.
We are happy for you to grow whatever you want on your allotment within reason and within the law! We would also ask that you give consideration to your neighbours when deciding what to plant.
A mini plot is approximately 6m x 4m and a single plot is approximately 20m x 6m.
There is an Allotment Association at the Upper Kingston site and the Southampton Road site.
Dementia Friendly - Ringwood and Bransgore have an allotment at Upper Kingston.
Oct
Ringwood Men’s Shed has established a new home at the former cricket pavilion in Carvers Recreation Ground, thanks to a partnership with the Town Council that will support the group’s valuable community activities and future development.
Oct
Residents are invited to join a programme of Remembrance events in Ringwood, including services at the War Graves, Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day, to honour and remember those who gave their lives in service to their country.
Oct
A Year 12 student’s innovative eco-friendly wheelie bin store, combining practical bin storage with a wildlife-friendly mini habitat, has been brought to life through a successful collaboration between the Town Council, Ringwood School, Greening Ringwood, local businesses and volunteers.
