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

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