Learning Resources Centre (LRC)
Fresh and modern, the LRC is a great place to study
outside of classes. If you need to get a project finished,
or meet classmates for some group study, there are
workspaces and computers available for your use. There
are over 30,000 items in the LRC, including a growing
number of e-resources. Having the books you need
online means you can learn at home or wherever you
go – something that is proving very popular with our
current students.
Industry-class workshops
If you are studying a course such as Engineering or
Construction, our realistic working environments will help
you hone your technical skills and practice your technique
in workshop bays designed for carpentry, electrical work
and more.
Yourspace Common Room
The hub of the College community, this room is your
dedicated space to relax between classes. It’s also a great
place to meet new friends on different courses, as it is a
communal space for all students on campus.
South Bank Arts Centre
The South Bank Arts Centre is home to our Art & Design
and Performing Arts, Music & Media students. This
impressive building includes: graphic design suites,
photography suites, art rooms, fashion and textile
workshops, music technology and recording studios, video
studios, a dance studio and theatre. Even if you don’t use
the Centre as part of your course, you can enjoy exciting
events, visits and talks throughout the year. Check it out online at www.southbankarts.com
Springs Sports & Leisure Centre
We have a great gym on campus with top-class
equipment, a fitness studio and full-sized sports hall.
Available to all students, you can join in with dance
fitness classes or a range of team sports.
Brooks Hair & Beauty Salon
Our modern working commercial salon on Bedford High
Street is home to our Hair & Beauty students, where
they provide treatments to paying customers. There are
modern hairdressing facilities, several treatment areas with
therapy beds and a nail bar. Visit: www.brooksspa.com
to find out more and treat yourself to your own
pamper session.
£2 Million Margaret Stansfeld Building
This beautiful building, in keeping with the historic
streetscape, opened in 2015 and provides a specialist
environment for students aged 16+ with learning
difficulties and disabilities.
Gas & Plumbing Technology Centre
Our City & Guilds and British Plumbing Employers Council
(BPEC) approved training centre based in Kempston, will
provide you with some of the most advanced equipment
in the UK including, solar panels, photovoltaic (PV) panels,
rain water harvesting, Dimplex ground source, heat and air
pumps, and unvented hot water systems.
Vehicle Technology Centre
Also based in Kempston, our dedicated automotive
training facility is the ultimate environment to develop
your technical vehicle repair skills. The Centre is kitted
out with engine and repair bays, paint mix and spray
rooms and a body repair area – the ultimate environment
for a budding mechanic.
Munch & Mocha – Restaurant and Coffee Shop
Located on the Mezzanine floor of the Tower Block, our restaurant and coffee shop is the ideal space to debate your last class over a coffee or savour a delicious lunch with friends. We offer everything from international street food, meals deals, weekly menu boards and we also have a great selection of hot and cold drinks. There are also plenty of take-away options available! 2019-20 has seen the introduction of our go green campaign #choosetoreuse resulting from Bedford College Services student survey. Keep up to date with Munch and Mocha on Facebook & Instagram @munchandmocha.
Learning Resources Centre (LRC)
The LRC is a great place to study outside of classes and perfect if you need to get a project finished, or meet classmates for some group study.
You will find:
- Quiet and group study areas
- Computers
- A wide range of specialist books, journals and e-resources in the well-stocked library
Information Learning Technology (ILT)
Boost your studies at our ILT suites.
You will find:
- PCs with the latest software
- Free WiFi
- Photocopying, printing and scanning facilities
- Digital and video cameras to document your animal observations.
Zoological Education Centre
As an Animal Sciences student you'll benefit from practical access to a variety of animals and exotic species at our brand new Zoological Education Centre. The £4million modern standalone Zoological Education Centre offers a tropical rainforest setting, immersive bio-sphere and houses a wide range of species. It will be the first facility of its type in a further education college and the best of its kind in the UK!
You will find:
- A wide range of species including birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, mammals and exotic animals.
- Purpose built humidity room and a tropical biospheres for our tropical rainforest species
- Specialist animal care teaching areas
- Species from across the world
- Plans to further expand the range of animals in the future.
Kingshill Farm
Kingshill Farm is the College's working farm and estate.
Fish farm and lakes
You'll find our reservoirs and lakes stocked with bream, carp, perch, pike, roach, rudd, tench, catfish and trout.
Equine Centre
Our British Horse Society (BHS)-accredited equine centre is nearby at Mount Pleasant.
You will find:
- Purpose built stabling
- Two indoor arenas
- Classrooms
- Student rest room
Sports
No matter what your sport of choice we’ve got excellent facilities for many sports and outdoor activities.
You will find:
- Sports hall
- Pool table
- Squash courts
- Tennis courts
- Gym
- Pitches for outdoor sports
Munch & Mocha - Restaurant and Coffee Shop
Catch up with friends over a relaxing coffee, savour a delicious lunch or grab a snack when you’re on the go – Munch & Mocha serves a wide range of hot and cold food, including meals, lighter bites and vegetarian options.
You will find:
- Coffee shop serving hot and cold drinks, cakes and savoury snacks
- Restaurant serving hot food all day
- Plenty of seating
Accommodation
If travelling to Shuttleworth College is difficult for you, we may be able to offer you a place in our halls of residence, based on site.
You will get:
- Your own single study bedroom
- A modern common room with comfy chairs, sofas and a TV
- Kitchen facilities
Car parking & transport
Shuttleworth College benefits from ample free parking on site if you are travelling by car. We also provide a comprehensive bus service from local towns and villages, depending on demand. Find out where we stop.