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Newton Hall Allotments are situated near to Farnham Close in Newton Hall, Durham. There’s no official address for the site but if you are visiting you can navigate to Farnham Close, DH1 5FL and the west gates are nearby.

We are a friendly bunch of gardeners united in our love of producing our own fruit and vegetables, whatever the weather.

The allotments are self-managed, meaning we have a committee of trustees responsible for the smooth running of the site, and whilst Durham County Council are the landlords, we manage ourselves and set our own rents.  Why not take a look at the committee page and get to know us.

Want to rent an allotment?

Take a look here to see what you can expect, what will be expected of you and how to apply for a plot.

The fascinating life cycle of ladybirds ❤

In this video you can see how a ladybird goes from egg, to larvae, to adult, and will learn to recognise the different stages of their development…
Hyperphagia: what is it? – Hedgehog Street

Hyperphagia: what is it? – Hedgehog Street

Overeating! In a word, hyperphagia means overeating. As the summer draws to a close and the cold winter months approach, hedgehogs are preparing for hibernation by eating as much as they can find. Hibernating hedgehogs Contrary to popular belief, hibernation … Continue reading →…
Restrictions on the use of metaldehyde to protect wildlife – GOV.UK

Restrictions on the use of metaldehyde to protect wildlife – GOV.UK

The Government have banned the sale of slug pellets as of June 2019, and any products containing metaldehyde must not be used after December 2020. Read more below: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/restrictions-on-the-use-of-metaldehyde-to-protect-wildlife…
It’s hedgehog awareness week!

It’s hedgehog awareness week!

Check out this article on creating holes in fences to help your friendly neighborhood slug eater…

Check out our discussion Forum

Members of Newton Hall Allotments can join in on discussions and post topics on our discussion group by clicking here

The fascinating life cycle of ladybirds ❤

In this video you can see how a ladybird goes from egg, to larvae, to adult, and will learn to recognise the different stages of their development…
Hyperphagia: what is it? – Hedgehog Street

Hyperphagia: what is it? – Hedgehog Street

Overeating! In a word, hyperphagia means overeating. As the summer draws to a close and the cold winter months approach, hedgehogs are preparing for hibernation by eating as much as they can find. Hibernating hedgehogs Contrary to popular belief, hibernation … Continue reading →…
Restrictions on the use of metaldehyde to protect wildlife – GOV.UK

Restrictions on the use of metaldehyde to protect wildlife – GOV.UK

The Government have banned the sale of slug pellets as of June 2019, and any products containing metaldehyde must not be used after December 2020. Read more below: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/restrictions-on-the-use-of-metaldehyde-to-protect-wildlife…
It’s hedgehog awareness week!

It’s hedgehog awareness week!

Check out this article on creating holes in fences to help your friendly neighborhood slug eater…