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. Download an application form today.

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 ongoing work of the internationally renowned College and world class Gardens. You can do this by becoming a Friend.

£25 INDIVIDUAL RATE (NAMED INDIVIDUAL)

£50 INDIVIDUAL AND GUEST RATE (NAMED INDIVIDUAL TRANSFERABLE GUEST)

£55 FAMILY RATE (2 ADULTS AND UP TO 4 DEPENDENT CHILDREN OR GRANDCHILDREN)

YOU OR YOUR FAMILY WILL ENJOY:

• A pre-publication presentation of the Short Course Brochure (twice a year)
• Friends’ End of Year Tour of Studios and Workshops
• Free entry to the Gardens and Arboretum (during normal opening hours)
• Free entry to all Garden Events
• Express Friends’ entry to Garden Events
• Free entry to talks programme by The Centre for Aesthetics and Visual Arts
• Invitations to Gallery Private Views
• 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

TO BECOME A FRIEND..
1. 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
2. Complete an application form
3. tel: 01243811301
fax: 01243 811342
email: friends@westdean.org.uk
4. Join at the Student Reception, Gardens Shop or Craft Shop

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?

Country Living

Book Conservator: Studied Postgraduate Diploma Books & Library Materials.

The Independent on Sunday

"West Dean Continues to provide the best in arts and crafts in the most intriguing environment".

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
VAT Registration No. 927 4211 33

To become a Friend, download a form here or call 0844 4994408, fax 01243 818293 or email friends@westdean.org.uk