Grow something real this year

A community allotment site at Balmacassie providing growing space and learning opportunities for residents of the Ellon area.

Join the waiting list → About the site

Plot waiting list

Interested in taking on a plot? Fill in the waiting list form and we'll be in touch about availability.

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  • 55 plots of varying sizes
  • Polytunnels & polycrubs on site
  • Communal compost bays
  • Sheds & rainwater capturing provided

Latest from the allotment

Update 5th March 2026
Growing Melons in Ellon
One member's experiment making with cold-hardy melons.
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Update 16th February 2026
February 2026 Update
Sheds, compost bays and endless rain.
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Update 28th January 2026
January 2026 Update
More funds secured, new sheds going up and polycrubs arriving on site.
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Update 5th November 2025
October 2025 Update
As the 2025 growing season draws to a close, we look back at the remarkable progress members have made.
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Grant 22nd October 2025
Granite Heart provides a grant to support ECA activities
Local charity Granite Heart has provided ECA with a grant to purchase an electric wheelbarrow.
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Introduction 18th September 2025
Introduction to Ellon Community Allotments
Based just outside Ellon off the A948, ECA is a new development providing growing space and events for the community.
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Information for plotholders

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Introduction
Composting Guidelines
Rules and advice for the ECA composting facilities.
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