Practical, plain-English guides and free templates for the volunteers who keep UK allotment sites running. No sign-up needed, no catch.
A practical guide for committees moving on from cash, cheques and chasing. What your options are, what they cost, and how to switch without upsetting anyone.
Read the guideCash at the trading hut, cheques, bank transfer, standing orders, PayPal and card payments, compared honestly on cost, effort and reconciliation.
Read the guideJust taken over the books? The whole job in plain English: the annual cycle, the records that matter, and the traps that catch new treasurers.
Read the guideA fair, step-by-step arrears process, with copy-and-paste reminder letters and a final notice template your committee can adapt.
Read the guideKeeping the list fair, keeping it clean, and handling offers without falling out with anyone. Includes a free spreadsheet template.
Read the guideA ready-made rent record template for treasurers. Tracks who has paid, what is outstanding, and totals it all up for your AGM report.
Read the guideConstitution, committee roles, insurance, bank accounts and rent. What devolved management actually involves, from people who work with dozens of sites.
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