Van hire makes allotment handovers and plot clearances far easier. Plots change hands at predictable points in the year, and they always involve a surprising amount of material. Old timber, broken cold frames, paving and green waste will not fit in a car. So, van hire in Warrington turns a daunting clearance into a weekend job.
Two Jobs an Allotment Throws at You
Taking on a plot means clearing what the last tenant left. Then you bring in raised bed timber, compost and perhaps a shed. On the other hand, handing a plot back means stripping it to bare soil. Both jobs mix waste with useful materials, which a van handles better than a skip.
Choosing the Van for Plot Materials
Allotment loads are bulky and mucky. Therefore, a flatbed dropside van is excellent for timber, paving and bagged compost. However, if the clearance is mostly household clutter, an enclosed van keeps things dry.
Loading Mucky Loads
Lay groundsheets on the bed first. Next, put heavy bags low and forward. Then strap long timber and contain loose green waste. The official GOV.UK load securing guidance explains why open loads need care.
Timing Around the Allotment Calendar
Handovers cluster in late winter and spring, while clearances often happen in autumn. So, book ahead of these busy times. We open Monday to Saturday from 8am to 4pm. Customers with plots near Great Sankey find us a quick run.
Leaving a Plot in Good Order
Sites expect plots to be handed back clear. A van makes it realistic to remove everything properly rather than burning it. Likewise, when you take a plot on, clearing it in one weekend helps you get a crop in this year. Our post on tip runs and waste removal adds useful tips.
Most vans need no deposit. For allotment van hire, call 01925 396 222. Alternatively, use our contact us page.
