National Allotments Week

Started in 2002, National Allotments Week is an annual initiative that aims to raise awareness of allotments and their role in helping people live healthier lifestyles, grow their food, develop friendships, and bolster communities.

Our annual awareness week will run from 10-16 August 2026, and we have chosen the theme “Grow to Learn.”

Exciting Things Coming for National Allotments Week!

National Allotments Week is packed with fun activities, so make sure to check back for updates!

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Events

Celebrate National Allotments Week from 10–16 August 2026

It's a great chance to explore how allotments are vital spaces for growth in every sense: from the practical skills of growing fruit and vegetables, to mental and physical wellbeing, life lessons such as patience and resilience, and the social connections that come from growing alongside others.

Use the buttons below to find events in your region and get involved.

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Youth Allotment Ambassador Competition 2026

Do you, or do you know someone aged 10–17, who loves growing fruit, vegetables, or flowers?
Has fun gardening and is learning important life skills like patience, teamwork, and problem-solving? Would they like the opportunity to become a Youth Allotment Ambassador and inspire other children to get growing!

National Allotments Week 2026 celebrates how allotments and gardening teach lifelong lessons
— not just growing, but confidence, curiosity, resilience, and creativity. And we want you, your child, student, or grandchild to be part of it.

Prizes

Feature in the ALG Magazine
£200 garden gift vouchers
A bundle of
gardening goodies
to enjoy on your plot

The opportunity to communicate and make a difference with your peers

Runners up
There will be two runners up prizes of £100 each,
who will also have the opportunity to have their voices heard though our communication channels
Every entrant gets the chance to show off their skills and creativity, and
the winners get extra recognition for inspiring other young gardeners.

How to Enter

We want to see your passion for allotments and what you’ve learned.
You can enter in any of these ways:

1. Short Video (up to 2 minutes)

Show your plot or a gardening project
Explain a lesson or skill you’ve learned

2. Drawing or Poster

Illustrate your favourite plant, vegetable, or allotment moment
Include a caption about what it taught you

3. Written Piece (max 500 words)

Describe your allotment adventure
Highlight how it helped you grow personally

4. Photo Story

2–5 photos with captions showing your gardening journey

Tip:
Mix formats if you like — creativity counts!

What We Need . Include with your entry:

Name, age, and region
Entry format: video, drawing, photo, or writing
A short description (max 50 words) of why you love your allotment
Parent/guardian consent (if under 16)

Email to Marketing@thenas.org.uk

Deadline: 30 June 2026

How We Use Entries

By entering, you agree that NAS can use your entry on our website, social media, magazine, and other communications — now and in the future.

This may include features, stories, or promotional campaigns.

We may also contact you to share your experience further, like interviews or follow-up stories.

How Winners Are Chosen & Prizes

Winners and runners-up are chosen for creativity, effort, and inspiring others.

Main prize: £200 garden gift vouchers will be paid in two instalments throughout the year, gardening goodies, feature in ALG magazine, and ambassador role for a year

Two runners-up: £100 each in gift vouchers and opportunities to feature in NAS communications

Prizes cannot be exchanged for cash.

Even if you don’t win, your entry might still be shared if it’s inspiring!

What We Expect From Ambassadors

Share your gardening experiences positively

Be respectful when inspiring others

Let us feature your photos, videos, or stories during your ambassador year

Join in promotional activities when asked (like events or interviews)

Other Important Info

Your personal info is only used for the competition and features; it won’t be sold or shared outside NAS.

NAS can change or cancel the competition if needed.

Staff, families, or anyone connected professionally to the competition cannot enter.

By sending in your entry, you agree to these rules.

National Allotments Week 2026 Quote Competition

Grow to Learn – Lifelong Lessons from the Allotment

Every allotment teaches us something. As part of National Allotments Week 2026, we are inviting allotment holders across the UK to share the most important lesson they have learned from their time on the plot.

Simply complete the sentence:

"My biggest learning from an allotment is..."

Your learning could be practical, personal, surprising, funny, or inspiring. Whether it's about growing vegetables, building confidence, developing patience, connecting with others, or learning to overcome challenges, we'd love to hear from you.

There is no right or wrong answer – we simply want to celebrate the lessons allotments teach us all.

How to Enter
You can enter in one of two ways:

Reply to one of our National Allotments Week Quote Competition social media posts with your quote or
Email your quote to marketing@thenas.org.uk

Please include:

Your name
Your allotment association (if applicable)
Your town, county, or region
Share Your Learning
If you're entering via social media, don't forget to include

#GrowToLearn
and
#NAW2026
so we can find and celebrate your entry.

Prize:

You could win a £50 gift voucher to use at Oakland gardens

Selected entries will be featured throughout National Allotments Week 2026 across National Allotment Society communications, helping to showcase the personal growth, wellbeing, and lifelong learning that allotments inspire.

Important Information
By submitting your quote, you agree that the National Allotment Society may use your entry in National Allotments Week promotions, publications, media activity, and future communications.

The National Allotment Society reserves the right to edit entries for length, spelling, or clarity and not to publish entries that may be considered inappropriate or offensive.

Deadline
Entries must be received by
31 July 2026

We look forward to hearing what your allotment has taught you.

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