Help preserve our future
West Dean is part of a registered charity and relies on the support of generous donors, friends, legacies to help us deliver world-class education in conservation and the creative arts and maintain our award-winning gardens.
Support Us
West Dean College of Arts and Conservation was founded thanks to the vision of an extraordinary man, Edward James, who was passionate about teaching traditional heritage and craft skills. Today we run a world class education programme thanks to the continuing vision of many extraordinary and talented tutors, crafts people and supporters of our work.
If you share our passion for historic conservation and the arts, and for our tranquil and inspiring gardens and grounds, please become more involved.
Become a Friend, offer a scholarship or bursary to a promising student, or pledge a gift in your will. Your support will make a vital and lasting difference.
Donate
Your gift enables us to provide education in conservation and creative arts and preserve the rich heritage of West Dean. We rely on donations, so your support will make a difference: whether you choose to help nurture the next generation of talented artists, makers and conservators studying at West Dean College or support the preservation of the house and award-winning gardens.
Appeals
If you share our passion for historic conservation and the arts, and for our tranquil and inspiring gardens and grounds, read more about our current appeals and find out how you can help.
Friends of West Dean
West Dean College and Gardens are an oasis of peace and beauty; inspiring, tranquil and yet full of creative energy. We have many regular visitors to both the college and the gardens, and if you share our passion, please become a Friend of West Dean via either our College or Garden scheme.
A Gift in Your Will
Help to preserve this unique and special place by remembering us in your will. Your gift secures the future of West Dean College and Gardens.
Scholarships and Bursaries
In a challenging economic climate with limited funding for postgraduate studies, providing financial support for our students through Scholarships and Bursaries is more important than ever.
Restoring our Roof, Securing our Future
West Dean House, home to West Dean College of Arts and Conservation, is a Grade II listed building of cultural and historical significance and we have made a promise to invest in protecting our heritage and the priceless Collection within it. This starts with restoring the 126 year old roof of the House.
Donate now
Make a gift to The Edward James Foundation