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The Land-based & Environment Learner (LBEL) Awards were launched in 2023, in partnership between Lantra and Landex, the representative body for land-based colleges and universities.
With the aim of celebrating top candidates and new talent in industries including agriculture and horticulture, forestry, environmental conservation, landscaping, and equine, amongst others, the annual awards ceremony is attended by more than 200 guests.
We welcome entries from employers and providers (colleges, universities, and private training providers) nominating individuals undertaking Land-based and Environment courses (either part-time or full-time) which were on programme in England and Northern Ireland between September 2024 and September 2025.
We will need you to provide some details regarding the nominee, their employer and training Provider, course studied and a reference/supporting statement explaining how the candidate meets the criteria.
The closing date for nominations is 30th May 2025.
An independent review panel will judge all the entries, before interviewing the short-listed nominees. Then on 27th November 2025, we will announce the winners at our high-profile awards ceremony.
In my various roles, I’m lucky enough to encounter some amazing young people who are passionate about their jobs and are a complete inspiration. Tonight was no exception. The level of enthusiasm, professionalism and passion, blew me away – a big well done to everyone
Farmer, author and television presenter
Having the opportunity to celebrate with my peers and demonstrate to the industry professionals in the audience that the future of the sector is good hands, has been invaluable.
Winner - Overall Learner of the Year 2023
I was immensely proud to see the Reaseheath students do so well, particularly as the overall Learner of the Year Award went to Cerys Fairclough.
Reaseheath College and University Principal