There are almost 175,000 applications on the UK’s allotment waiting list – with some people waiting 15 years. But did you know that we have the legal right to them?

Under the 1908 Allotment Act, if six people from different households apply for an allotment together, their council has a legal obligation to find them a space. 

Thanks to Greenpeace.org for this heads-up. Watch their video.