The Martin Way allotments are located in Raynes Park on two sites either side of Martin Way, close to the Bushey Road junction. We are one of 18 allotment sites in the London Borough of Merton and one of only 5 that are self-managed.

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Welcome to the Martin Way Allotment Gardens Association

Thames Water Hosepipe Ban

Despite the recent rains, the Thames Water hosepipe ban is still in effect.

The committee has been in discussion with Thames Water over the last few weeks and we are pleased to advise you that we have finally obtained an exemption to the hosepipe ban for the whole site in respect of watering food crops.

You can therefore revert to using a hosepipe for food crops only, all other watering must still be done using a watering can.

Thank you for your cooperation on this issue.

Wish to apply for a plot?

The waiting list is now open again - apply.

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  • Plot inspections - Plot inspections have now resumed.
  • Flytipping – will not be tolerated and we ask plot holders not to bring any waste from home to place on either the green waste or wood/scrap piles. Please report any suspicious activity to the committee immediately, whereupon we will review CCTV footage and contact the authorities if necessary. Please keep the gates closed at all times to deter non-plot holders/fly-tippers from entering the site.

About MAGA

We are a very active de facto self-managed site with a relatively short waiting list; currently we nearly have all plots let. We have a shop which is open at weekends during the growing season from February to October (Sundays only during July and August), along with an adjacent accessible toilet.

We have regular events, including a plant sale in spring, a produce show at the end of summer and a pumpkinfest at the end of October. We expect plot holders to assist with site working parties during the year as any members of a small community would do to help each other.

If you would like to come and see us, please come to one of our social events and introduce yourself, come into the shop during opening hours or email us at committee@maga.org.uk.

If you would like to take up a plot and you are resident in Merton please read the Apply for a Plot page, taking note of the commitment in having an allotment!