# Important News for Plot Holders at Burley Model Allotments — Spring 2026 Written by: Jennifer Finch As the growing season gets underway at Burley Model Allotments in Burley, Leeds, the committee has a number of important updates for all plot holders. Please take a moment to read through the following notices carefully, as they affect everyone on site at LS4 2NL. For full details of our [site rules](/information/policies/bmaa-allotments-rules-2026 "Burley Model Allotments Rules 2026"), please visit our rules page. ## Keep Your Paths Safe and Tidy All plot holders at Burley Model Allotments are reminded of their responsibility to maintain the path to the right of their plot. When standing on the main thoroughfare facing your plot, the path to your right is yours to maintain. Please ensure it is kept tidy, with grass cut short and no obstructions. Everyone on site has the right to walk freely on the paths between plots, and keeping them safe and accessible is a shared responsibility that helps maintain the high standards we are proud of at our Leeds LS4 site. Our [plot inspection procedures](/information/operational-procedures/inspections "Burley Model Allotments plot inspections") cover path maintenance and we do carry out regular inspections throughout the year. ## Skip Hire — 24 April 2026 Two skips will be arriving on site on Thursday 24 April 2026, one on each side of the allotment, and will be available for one week. This is a valuable opportunity to clear unwanted materials from your plot and we encourage all members to make good use of them. Please use the skips wisely and only deposit waste from your plot. Acceptable items include rubble, waste glass, stones and plastic. Please do not put weeds or soil in the skips. If the skips are not used correctly we may not be able to arrange this service again in the future. The committee will confirm the exact arrival time as soon as it is known. ## Plant Sales — May and June 2026 Burley Model Allotments will be holding plant sales on **Saturday 16 May** and **Saturday 13 June**, both running from 10am to 12 noon. These popular community events are open to everyone and are a wonderful opportunity to pick up home-grown plants and produce from our site in Leeds LS4. For full details of the May event visit our [plant sale page](/latest-news/plant-sale "Plant Sale at Burley Model Allotments Leeds"), and for a full overview of everything happening at the site this year take a look at our [events page](/events-2026 "Burley Model Allotments Events 2026"). We are currently collecting raffle prizes for both events. If you are able to donate a prize, please bring it along to the [Trading Hut](/community/trading-hut "Burley Model Allotments Trading Hut") on any Saturday morning between 10am and 11am. Every donation is greatly appreciated and helps make the events a success for the whole community. ## Water Usage on Site As we move into the growing season, all plot holders are reminded to use water carefully and responsibly. The use of sprinklers is not permitted on site at any time. Hosepipes may be used but must never be left unattended. Conserving water is important for the sustainability of the site and the welfare of all plot holders, so please be mindful of your usage throughout the season. Full details of all site regulations can be found in our [2026 allotment rules](/information/policies/bmaa-allotments-rules-2026 "Burley Model Allotments Rules 2026"). Finally, please ensure that children visiting the site adhere to the allotment rules at all times. The safety and enjoyment of everyone on site depends on all members and their guests respecting the rules and looking out for one another. Thank you for your continued support and for helping to make Burley Model Allotments such a wonderful community in the heart of Burley and Kirkstall, Leeds. If you are not yet a member and would like to join us, find out more about [our current waiting list](/community/waiting-list/current-waiting-list "Current allotment waiting list at Burley Model Allotments Leeds") or [apply for a plot today](/community/waiting-list/get-an-allotment-in-leeds-ls4 "Apply to join the waiting list at Burley Model Allotments"). --- ## Frequently Asked Questions ### Which path am I responsible for maintaining at Burley Model Allotments? You are responsible for the path to the right of your plot as you stand on the main thoroughfare facing your plot. Please keep it tidy, free from obstructions and with the grass cut short. All plot holders share the responsibility of keeping the site safe and accessible for everyone. Full details can be found in our [site rules](/information/policies/bmaa-allotments-rules-2026 "Burley Model Allotments Rules 2026"). ### What can I put in the skips on 24 April 2026? The skips are for waste from your plot only. Acceptable items include rubble, waste glass, stones and plastic. Please do not put weeds or soil in the skips. Using the skips correctly ensures we can continue to offer this service to members in the future. ### When are the plant sales at Burley Model Allotments in 2026? Plant sales will be held on Saturday 16 May and Saturday 13 June 2026, both running from 10am to 12 noon. The events are open to everyone and include plants, cakes, refreshments and a raffle. For full details visit our [plant sale page](/latest-news/plant-sale "Plant Sale at Burley Model Allotments Leeds"). Raffle prize donations can be dropped off at the [Trading Hut](/community/trading-hut "Burley Model Allotments Trading Hut") on Saturday mornings between 10am and 11am. ### Are hosepipes allowed at Burley Model Allotments? Hosepipes are permitted on site but must never be left unattended. The use of sprinklers is not allowed at any time. All plot holders are asked to use water carefully and responsibly throughout the growing season to help maintain the sustainability of the site. See our [2026 allotment rules](/information/policies/bmaa-allotments-rules-2026 "Burley Model Allotments Rules 2026") for full details. ### Can children visit Burley Model Allotments? Children are welcome to visit the site but must adhere to the allotment rules at all times. Plot holders are responsible for ensuring that any children accompanying them on site behave safely and respectfully. If you are interested in getting a plot for your family, find out more about [joining our waiting list](/community/waiting-list/current-waiting-list "Current allotment waiting list at Burley Model Allotments Leeds") or [apply online today](/community/waiting-list/get-an-allotment-in-leeds-ls4 "Apply to join the waiting list at Burley Model Allotments"). ```json {"@context":"https://schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"Organization","@id":"https://www.burleymodelallotments.com/#/schema/Organization/base","name":"Burley Model Allotments","url":"https://www.burleymodelallotments.com/"},{"@type":"WebSite","@id":"https://www.burleymodelallotments.com/#/schema/WebSite/base","url":"https://www.burleymodelallotments.com/","name":"Burley Model Allotments | Allotments in Leeds LS4 Since 1892","publisher":{"@id":"https://www.burleymodelallotments.com/#/schema/Organization/base"}},{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https://www.burleymodelallotments.com/#/schema/WebPage/base","url":"https://www.burleymodelallotments.com/latest-news/important-news-for-burley-model-allotment-plot-holders?tmpl=markdown","name":"Important News for Plot Holders at Burley Model Allotments — Spring 2026","description":"Start your gardening journey today at our welcoming Yorkshire allotments. 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