Nurture your creativity this summer on an arts, crafts or painting holiday away from the pressures of everyday life. Whether a complete beginner or an emerging expert, you can learn new skills and improve existing talents with our specialist tuition, fully equipped studios and group classes.
Choose from a wide range of courses, including; Painting, Jewellery, Sculpture, Metalwork, Pottery, Drawing, Printmaking and Textiles.
With the stunning Sussex countryside as an inspiring backdrop and residential options available, our week-long Summer Schools offer the perfect creative escape for anyone looking for a unique arts and crafts holiday experience this summer.
"One of the 10 best creative retreats in the UK and Europe", The Guardian, January 2019
Highlights:
Expert, guided tuition
Fully equipped art and craft studios
Wide range of courses to choose from
Evening dinner talks included
Accommodation options available
Taster sessions in another discipline or course
Optional - Evening at the Chichester Festival Theatre
Optional - Tour of West Dean Gardens, the historic rooms at West Dean College, or West Dean Tapestry Studio
Informal end-of-week exhibition and group reviews
Celebration dinner on the final evening
Bursaries are available to help those who could not otherwise come on a course.
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