Become a Friend

If you share our passion for West Dean, treat yourself to a Friends membership and help support the future of West Dean – The Edward James Foundation.

Friends membership allows you free access to the Gardens and Garden Events. It will give you the opportunity to see behind the scenes at West Dean. Tours of the College, the Estate and a host of events throughout the year are available to Friends.

Built on a legacy by Edward James, West Dean relies entirely on private support.

Our Friends help secure the future of West Dean - Thank you

Types of Memberships:

Individual £27.50
Individual and Guest (allows one named individual to bring a guest) £55
Family (2 adults and up to 4 children or grandchildren under 16) £60
Click here to download the registration form

Friends of West Dean enjoy:

Free Entry:
- Free entry to the Gardens and Arboretum February to December
- Invitations to private exhibition views

Events:
- Special Friends events to see behind the scenes at West Dean; including guided walks and tours.*
- Free tour of College workshops
- Free express entry to garden events

Bookings:
- A chance to book early on Short Courses

News Updates:
- A monthly email or bi-annual letter keeping you up to date with Friend benefits and news.

*There will be a charge for these special Friends events

To Become a Friend:

Download one of the following forms and send it to the address detailed on the form or email it to friends@westdean.org.uk:

Friends of West Dean – for me to join

Friends of West Dean – for me to give as a gift

Friends of West Dean Renewal form

Or you can join at the Gardens Shop, College Reception, College Craft Shop or at Garden Events.

How else can I get involved?

West Dean – The Edward James Foundation receives no ongoing funding from the government. As a result we rely increasingly on the generous financial support from individuals, charitable trusts and companies. You can extend your support in the following ways:

- Give a Friends’ subscription as a special gift

- Leave a legacy

- Enquire about other ways to give

- Become a volunteer

Friends of West Dean – The Edward James Foundation
The Friends Office
West Dean College
West Dean
Chichester
West Sussex
PO18 0QZ

Tel: 01243 818256
Fax: 01243 811342
Email: friends@westdean.org.uk

The Edward James Foundation Limited is a Charitable Company Limited by Guarantee, registered in England and Wales, Registered office address as above.
Company No. 6689362
Charity Registration No. 1126084