Gardening Expert Huw Richards and GARDENA Launch Search for Britain’s Best Plot in Partnership with The National Allotment Society
Monday, March 24th, 2025 – Gardening enthusiasts across Britain are being invited to showcase their green thumbs and creative gardening skills in the search for the country’s best plot or outdoor space. In collaboration with GARDENA, Europe’s leading watering and hand tools brand, renowned gardening expert and Sunday Times best-selling author Huw Richards has launched the competition, titled Top of the Plots.
The competition aims to celebrate the flourishing grow-your-own movement and will reward the finest gardeners in the UK with £1,000 worth of GARDENA products to help their spaces thrive. The National Allotment Society (NAS) is supporting the competition and Chairman Mike Farrell expressed his enthusiasm for the initiative, stating, “Top of the Plots is a brilliant way to highlight the importance of allotments, which have been at the heart of communities for generations. We are excited to support this initiative and see the incredible plots from across the country.”
The timing of the competition is ideal, as allotment demand is currently at an all-time high, with gardening being increasingly recognized for its physical and mental health benefits, as well as its role in sustainable living and food security. “Top of the Plots is more than just a competition to find the best plot,” says head judge and GARDENA Ambassador Huw Richards. “It’s about inspiring more people to grow their own food, whether they have a large garden or just a windowsill. We want to show that everyone, regardless of experience, can be a grower and make a meaningful contribution to sustainability.”
The competition will showcase a wide range of gardening achievements, from the perfect allotment plot to windowsill wonders and community spaces. Categories include Best Allotment, Best Garden Plot, Best New Plot, Kids on the Plot, Best Small Plot, Biodiversity on the Plot, and Best Community Plot. The competition winner will receive £1,000 worth of GARDENA products and a prestigious champion’s plaque, while the first 100 entrants will receive exclusive Top of the Plots merchandise.
NAS Chairman Mike Farrell reiterated the vital role that allotments play in communities, stating, “Allotments are not just about growing food – they’re about connecting people to nature and each other. We hope this competition will inspire more people to create their own gardening spaces and showcase the important role allotments play in communities.”
Gardening expert Huw Richards added, “Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, this competition is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the joy of cultivating your produce and connecting with nature.”
The National Allotment Society invites all gardening enthusiasts to participate in Top of the Plots and celebrate the power of growing their own food, fostering biodiversity, and creating beautiful, sustainable plots. For more information and to enter, visit https://www.gardena.com/uk.
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Press Officer, National Allotment Society
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