The Allotment

The Liberty College Allotment is an exciting outdoor space where students learn by doing important hands-on work. It is part of our Land-Based Studies course and gives learners the chance to work on real allotment plots, growing food and helping the community. Students take part in everything, from planning what to grow and planting seeds to harvesting fruit and vegetables and preparing them for use in college.

They learn how to grow food in an environmentally friendly way and aim to produce 365kg of fresh produce each year. Learners grow lots of different crops, build and look after the allotment, care for wildlife, and use tools and technology to plan new areas. The food grown is used in college cooking sessions and events. Most importantly, the allotment helps students build confidence and important life skills such as teamwork, responsibility, problem-solving, and pride in their work, helping them prepare for jobs, further learning, or independent living.