Last updated: May 2026
These Terms and Conditions explain how this website may be used and provide important information about Maidstone Allotments Management Committee, referred to as “MAMC”, “we”, “us” or “our”.
By using this website, you agree to these Terms and Conditions.
About MAMC
Maidstone Allotments Management Committee manages allotment sites in Maidstone on a voluntary basis, acting as agents for Maidstone Borough Council.
MAMC administers allotment tenancies, waiting lists, site management, rent collection, communications, inspections, tenancy enforcement and related allotment matters.
Contact details:
Maidstone Allotments Management Committee
7 Penfold Close
Maidstone
ME15 9LU
Email: admin@maidstoneallotments.co.uk
Telephone: 07907 181742
Website information
The information on this website is provided for general information about MAMC, allotment sites, plot management, tenancy information, committee matters, news and related updates.
We try to keep the website accurate and up to date, but we cannot guarantee that all information will always be complete, current or free from errors.
If there is any conflict between general website content and a signed tenancy agreement, formal MAMC notice, tenancy rules or official written communication from MAMC, the tenancy agreement, tenancy rules or formal written notice will take priority.
Allotment eligibility and applications
Information on this website about allotment availability, sites, waiting lists or eligibility is provided for guidance only.
Applying for an allotment or joining a waiting list does not guarantee that a plot will be offered.
MAMC may ask applicants to provide information needed to manage applications, waiting lists, eligibility and tenancy records.
Tenancy agreements and rules
All allotment tenants must comply with the current tenancy agreement, tenancy rules, site rules, written notices and any lawful instructions issued by MAMC or an authorised representative.
The tenancy rules cover matters including plot use, cultivation, co-workers, maintenance, water use, bonfires, rubbish, structures, site safety, gates, parking, rent, deposits, inspections, notices, termination and appeals.
A tenancy is personal to the tenant named in the agreement. It must not be assigned, sublet or transferred except where MAMC has given written agreement.
Rent, deposits and payments
Tenants are responsible for paying rent, deposits and any other charges due under the tenancy agreement and tenancy rules.
The rent year, payment deadlines, late payment consequences, deposit arrangements and refund conditions are set out in the tenancy rules and tenancy agreement.
MAMC may withhold deposit money where permitted under the tenancy rules, including where a vacated plot requires paid work or rubbish removal before it can be re-let.
Use of allotment sites
Allotment plots must be used in accordance with the tenancy rules.
Plots must be kept clean, safe and in a good state of cultivation. Tenants must use the plot for personal allotment use only and must not use it as a residence or sell produce for profit.
Tenants are responsible for their own safety, the safety of visitors and the actions of children, co-workers and invited visitors while on site.
Dogs, tools, structures, materials, water use, bonfires, rubbish disposal, gates, parking and shared paths must be managed in accordance with the tenancy rules and any site-specific notices.
Site access and security
Tenants must follow site access and security rules, including rules relating to gates, locks, keys, digital padlocks and authorised access.
Keys, access codes or site access arrangements must not be shared with unauthorised persons.
Inspections, notices and enforcement
MAMC or authorised representatives may inspect allotment plots and structures in accordance with the tenancy rules.
Where required standards are not met, MAMC may issue notices, including notices to clean and cultivate, notices of termination or other formal communications.
Termination and appeal procedures are set out in the tenancy rules.
Conduct
MAMC expects all tenants, co-workers, visitors, volunteers and committee members to behave respectfully.
Abuse, harassment, bullying, racist behaviour, violence, theft, trespass, deliberate damage, serious health and safety breaches or other serious misconduct may result in action under the tenancy rules, including termination of tenancy.
Website use
You must not use this website:
For unlawful purposes
To submit false, misleading or abusive information
To attempt to gain unauthorised access to the website or related systems
To upload malicious code, spam or harmful content
To interfere with the proper operation of the website
We may restrict access to the website or take action where we believe misuse has occurred.
Links to other websites
This website may include links to third-party websites. These links are provided for convenience only.
We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices or availability of third-party websites.
Intellectual property
Unless otherwise stated, the content on this website belongs to MAMC or is used with permission.
You may view, download or print website content for personal, non-commercial use relating to allotment matters.
You must not copy, reproduce, modify or republish website content for commercial purposes without permission from MAMC.
Liability
We do not accept responsibility for loss or damage arising from reliance on general website information where that information is incomplete, outdated or contains an error.
MAMC is not liable for loss by accident, fire, theft or damage to structures, tools, plants, produce or other contents kept on allotment plots, except where liability cannot legally be excluded.
Tenants are advised not to store items of value on site and to report theft or vandalism to the police and the relevant site representative.
Nothing in these Terms and Conditions excludes or limits liability where it would be unlawful to do so.
Privacy and cookies
Use of this website is also governed by our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy.
Changes to these Terms and Conditions
We may update these Terms and Conditions from time to time. The latest version will be published on our website.
Governing law
These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of England and Wales.
Any dispute relating to the use of this website will be subject to the courts of England and Wales, unless another process applies under the tenancy agreement or tenancy rules.
