Become a Friend

You are invited to become part of our history, supporting the ongoing work of the College and Gardens. WE ALL HAVE A SPECIAL RELATIONSHIP with West Dean. Yours may be through a creative course, a walk around the Gardens, visiting the Gallery or exploring the Estate. All speak of the wonder of West Dean and the magical atmosphere which envelopes you as you come through the gates or walk over the Downs.

Our founder, Edward James realised the potential of West Dean in his vision of establishing “an educational foundation where creative talents can be discovered and developed, and where one can spread culture through the teaching of crafts and the preservation of knowledge that might otherwise be destroyed or forgotten”.

West Dean, with its distinctive character, colourful history, stunning landscape and reputation for excellence, has a wonderful ambience and exudes the atmosphere of that special place we all desire. You are now invited to become part of its history, taking on a role of supporting the continuing work of the internationally renowned College and world class Gardens. You can do this by becoming a Friend.

£27.50 INDIVIDUAL RATE (NAMED INDIVIDUAL)

£55 INDIVIDUAL AND GUEST RATE (NAMED INDIVIDUAL TRANSFERABLE GUEST)

£60 FAMILY RATE (2 ADULTS AND UP TO 4 DEPENDENT CHILDREN OR GRANDCHILDREN)

YOU OR YOUR FAMILY WILL ENJOY:

• Free entry to the Gardens and Arboretum (during normal opening hours)
• Free entry to all Garden Events
• Express entry to Garden Events
• Invitations to Gallery Private Views
• Friends’ End of Year Tour of Studios and Workshops
• A pre-publication presentation of the Short Course Brochure (twice a year)
• Free entry to talks programmed by The Centre for Aesthetics and Visual Arts
• Participation in a special programme of Friends’ events throughout the year*
• Becoming part of West Dean and knowing that your contribution will have a major role in keeping West Dean alive
  

*There will be a charge for special Friends’ events

Download a form: Friends of West Dean - for me to join

Download a form: Friends of West Dean form - for me to give as a gift

Download a form: Friends of West Dean Renewal Form

Post completed forms to:
Friends of West Dean
West Dean College and Gardens
West Dean
Nr Chichester
West Sussex
PO18 0QZ

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

FOR MORE INFORMATION...

Tel: 01243 811301
Fax: 01243 811342
Email: friends@westdean.org.uk

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

WEST DEAN: WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO YOU?

“West Dean’s Kitchen Garden is nothing short of exquisite and is the place to ooh and ahh ..” Country Living

“West Dean College .. The creative atmosphere in such a beautiful setting, and the ethos of excellence in craft work .. have left a long-lasting determination in me to strive always for the best I can do.” Book Conservator: Studied Postgraduate Diploma Books & Library Materials.

“..wander around the immaculate gardens, with rolling views to the South Downs.” The Independent on Sunday

“West Dean Continues to provide the best in arts and crafts in the most intriguing environment”. Short Course Student

“This is a wonderful place. Change nothing”. Short Course Student

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

Tel: 01243 811301
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