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 this year from 11-17 August 2025, and we have chosen a theme of “Allotments and Wellbeing”

Exciting Things Coming for National Allotments Week!

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

Survey Results– We’ve been gathering insights from allotment holders across the UK, and we can’t wait to share what we’ve learned about the benefits of allotment life!
Member Events– Online sessions covering everything from wellbeing and fraud prevention to plant health—plus a surprise event!
Public Events – Allotment sites will be opening their doors for quizzes, competitions, wellness sessions, and more

Members, please log in to your account to download the NAW25 Promotional Pack

Events

Celebrate National Allotments Week from 11–17 August 2025

It's a great chance to explore how allotments support healthier lifestyles and stronger communities. Whether you're an experienced grower or just getting started, events are taking place across the UK.

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

Find an Event

My Happy Place” Photo Competition – Now Open!

As part of National Allotments Week (11–17 August 2025), we’re inviting all allotment holders to take part in our special photo competition — a chance to celebrate your plot, share what makes it meaningful to you, and win some fantastic prizes!
What we’re looking for:

Send us a photo of your personal “happy place” on the allotment — the corner that brings you peace, pride, or joy. It could be your colourful flower bed, a well-earned rest spot, a thriving veg patch, or just a view that always lifts your spirits.

How to enter:
Snap a photo of your happy place.
Add a short caption (1–2 sentences) telling us why it means so much to you.
Share it on social media with:

#NationalAllotmentsWeek25
and
#NAW25
OR
Email your photo and caption to marketing@thenas.org.uk

Prizes up for grabs:

1st Prize: £200 gift voucher
2nd & 3rd Prizes: £150 gift vouchers each

Total prize value: £500!

Entries will be judged on heart, creativity, and how well your photo reflects this year’s theme: Allotments and Wellbeing.
By entering, you’re giving us permission to use your photo for National Allotment Week promotions and related activities.
Let’s celebrate the peace, joy, and connection allotments bring to our lives. Show us the space that makes your plot your happy place.
Ready, set, snap.

Closing date: 11th August

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