I realised I needed to be outside doing something different. The idea of the college is amazing – somewhere between a forest school and a weekend workshop. Everything you learn is applicable – you can take it away with you. This is experience and knowledge and passion, rather than memorising things from a book and doing a test at the end of it. It’s very supportive. They help teach business skills alongside big ideas. There are so many opportunities.

Lewis Williams, Coppicing & Greenwood Trades Student

I wanted to pursue higher education without compromising academic freedom and access to a wide range of thought and theory. Traditional educational systems didn’t seem to be doing enough in response to the climate emergency and prioritising it in the way that seems non-negotiable. 

A Degree Student

What drew me to the College was the fact that it’s out in nature, you’re surrounded by absolutely stunning views, and you really feel part of nature going through the seasons. I really embodied this more than I have ever done in my life.

A Regenerative Horticulture Student

The variety of age ranges of the students was so reflective of how you work in a community. I think the older students really brought something to the group as we have been out there in the world, and I loved all of the new ideas coming from the younger ones. There were so many lovely moments. I’d do it all over again if I could!

A Regenerative Horticulture Student