Locally placed learning centres is becoming a more important resource for distant learners in Sweden. In Gotland learning centre activity is being developed, the aim now being four learning centres spread across the island. This study shows that a majority of the distant learners in Gotland are women. The results also show a younger demographic graph compared to previous studies. Four students out of ten are 25 years old or younger. The main motive for learning at a distance is to combine studies with work. At the same time the study shows that more than half of the distant learners are studying as a preparation for university level. The study also shows that learning centres play an important role as social platforms for distant learners. The pedagogical assistance is rated as the most positive function at learning centres and is also one of the main reasons why the student choose learning centres for their studies. Those who have used learning centres also reports better results than non users. Almost half of the students in the survey used learning centres for their studies, men using them more often than women.