Leggott Life 2026: A Day for Students and Our Community

John Leggott College's annual Leggott Life event takes place on Thursday 3 September 2026, bringing students and the wider Scunthorpe community together for an afternoon of activities, fairground rides, food and entertainment.

For JLC students, the fair opens from 12pm, giving them the chance to enjoy Leggott Life during the college day and spend time with friends as the new academic year gets underway.

From 4pm to 6pm, the event opens to members of our local community, providing an opportunity for families, prospective students and local visitors to experience the atmosphere at John Leggott College.

What time is Leggott Life open?

Leggott Life is open to JLC students from 12pm, while community visitors can attend from 4pm to 6pm on Thursday 3 September 2026.

The event is designed to give students time to enjoy the fair before opening the experience to the wider community. Entry is free, and visitors can enjoy unlimited fairground rides during the community session.

The event is taking place at John Leggott College in Scunthorpe, making it an accessible local event for families across North Lincolnshire.

What can students and visitors expect at Leggott Life?

Visitors can expect free entry, fairground rides, street food and a pick-and-mix sweet stall at Leggott Life.

The fairground includes rides such as the twister and cliffhanger, giving students and visitors plenty to choose from during their time at the event.

There is also free parking available opposite JLC. Community visitors are asked to head to the John Leggott College bottom car park, near the zebra crossing, upon arrival.

The combination of rides, food and time with friends makes Leggott Life a chance to enjoy college life beyond the classroom.

Why does Leggott Life matter to the JLC community?

Leggott Life gives students an opportunity to meet, socialise and enjoy the start of the academic year together.

For new students, events like this also provide a relaxed way to become familiar with the college environment and meet other students outside lessons.

For parents, families and prospective students in Scunthorpe and North Lincolnshire, the 4pm to 6pm community session offers a chance to see JLC in a different setting.

It is a simple introduction to the people, activities and student experience that form part of life at John Leggott College.

How can the local community attend Leggott Life?

Local community members can attend Leggott Life between 4pm and 6pm on Thursday 3 September 2026, with free entry and free parking available opposite JLC.

The event is open to community visitors during this two-hour window. Visitors should use the bottom car park at John Leggott College, near the zebra crossing, when they arrive.

For families considering post-16 education in Scunthorpe, the event also provides an informal opportunity to see the college environment before making future study decisions.

What makes Leggott Life part of the student experience?

Leggott Life is one of the opportunities at JLC that allows students to enjoy college life alongside their academic studies.

Students can spend time with friends, try the fairground rides and enjoy food together, creating shared experiences outside the classroom.

For a specialist sixth form college, student life is about more than lessons and assessments. Events such as Leggott Life help create opportunities for students to connect with the wider JLC community.

Where should visitors go when they arrive?

Visitors should head to the John Leggott College bottom car park, near the zebra crossing, upon arrival.

Free parking is available opposite JLC. Entry to Leggott Life is also free, so community visitors can attend the 4pm to 6pm session without an admission charge.

For students attending from midday, the fair provides several hours to enjoy the event before the community session begins at 4pm.

FAQ Section

What time does Leggott Life start in 2026

Leggott Life opens to JLC students from 12pm on Thursday 3 September 2026, with the wider community invited from 4pm to 6pm.

Is Leggott Life free to attend?

Yes. Entry to Leggott Life is free, and the event includes unlimited free fairground rides.

Can the public attend Leggott Life?

Yes. The local community can attend from 4pm to 6pm on Thursday 3 September 2026.

Where should community visitors park for Leggott Life?

Visitors should head to the John Leggott College bottom car park, near the zebra crossing, with free parking available opposite JLC.