National Allotment Society Celebrates Britain’s Best Plots in Partnership with GARDENA
London, UK – The National Allotment Society (NAS) is pleased to announce its collaboration with GARDENA to sponsor the inaugural Top of the Plots competition. This nationwide competition celebrates the thriving grow-your-own community in the UK.
Mike Farrell, Chairman of the National Allotment Society, expressed his excitement about the partnership, saying, “Working alongside GARDENA to champion allotment holders and gardeners across the country has been a real privilege.” He also praised the high standard of entries received, showcasing the dedication and creativity of allotment holders.
The overall winner of the Top of the Plots competition was Steve Mills from Barnet, North London. His impressive allotment, complete with a three-level fruit and flower tunnel, earned him the title of Plot of the Year 2025. The NAS also recognized the outstanding contributions of Roger Atkinson, Donna Harris, Victoria Holden, Rebecca Hale, and David Gallacher to the nation’s gardening community.
Farrell added, “These winners reflect the very best of what allotments represent. They are places of innovation, wellbeing, and togetherness. Through their hard work and creativity, they remind us why protecting and promoting allotments is more important than ever.”
Recent research by the NAS has shown that allotments have a significant positive impact on mental health, healthy eating, and community connectivity. Despite rising costs and waiting lists, more than half of respondents described their allotment as their “happy place.”
These findings highlight the vital role allotments play in improving wellbeing, sustainability, and community resilience across the UK, values that the Top of the Plots competition proudly celebrates.
About the National Allotment Society
The National Allotment Society (NAS) is the UK’s leading voice for allotment holders. Established in 1908, the NAS works to protect, promote, and support allotments nationwide. The Society offers advice, advocacy, and research to ensure that allotments remain accessible, sustainable, and beneficial for communities across the country.
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