Longton Nursery Allotments Association runs a self-managed allotment site in Sydenham, in the London Borough of Lewisham. We're proud winners of the Lewisham Best Self-managed Allotment Site.
Please note: There's a waiting list for plots but we are unable to add names directly to it, instead please apply here. We're sorry but we can't provide updates on the list or current waiting times. Plots are allocated according to position on Lewisham Council's waiting list and someone from LBL will contact you once you reach the top of the list.
Please note: There's a waiting list for plots but we are unable to add names directly to it, instead please apply here. We're sorry but we can't provide updates on the list or current waiting times. Plots are allocated according to position on Lewisham Council's waiting list and someone from LBL will contact you once you reach the top of the list.
Allotments InfoThis is where you'll find the Tenancy Agreement, featuring the terms and conditions and other basic rules you are required to abide by for the benefit of all plot holders.
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Plot CareSome useful tips on how you can make the most of your plot, whether you're a newcomer to the site, new to growing your own or looking to get more from your existing plot.
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Want an Allotment?See the note above on waiting lists and how you apply for a plot. You'll need to do this through Lewisham Council - but you'll only be eligible if you live in the borough of Lewisham.
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Latest News: Frogs (& Newts!) in the Spotlight
We had a wonderful site visit & workshop from Emily and Emily of the charity Froglife, and they have just released a short film about their London T.O.A.D project, which features Jane (plot 14) talking about our pond, which can be seen here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xZ4CCAsCzvg&feature=youtu.be
LNAA members learnt how to identify the most common kinds of amphibians and reptiles that we're likely to encounter on the allotment site. Our large pond and bog is absolutely teeming with newts, and frogs utilise the pond each spring to lay large amounts of spawn, so it is fantastic that we now know a little bit more about their behaviour and how we can continue to help them. It’s amazing to think that only 1 in 50 of eggs spawned will make it to froglet stage! We had a most enjoyable afternoon and more information about the work that Froglife do can be found at https://www.froglife.org/ Pictures by Emily Robinson, Froglife
LNAA members learnt how to identify the most common kinds of amphibians and reptiles that we're likely to encounter on the allotment site. Our large pond and bog is absolutely teeming with newts, and frogs utilise the pond each spring to lay large amounts of spawn, so it is fantastic that we now know a little bit more about their behaviour and how we can continue to help them. It’s amazing to think that only 1 in 50 of eggs spawned will make it to froglet stage! We had a most enjoyable afternoon and more information about the work that Froglife do can be found at https://www.froglife.org/ Pictures by Emily Robinson, Froglife
Wildlife on the SiteThe allotments are rich in wildlife, from bats and birds to foxes and pond life.
We've got a special page on the website so you can find out more about our resident wildlife and visitors, how you can report sightings and ways to protect your precious fruit and veg. You can also learn more about the pond. |