Information updated 30 October 2025

At West Dean we are continually focused on providing the best environment for those that come to learn with us and enhance what we provide in response to feedback. We're pleased to announce some new improvements to our catering.

• All food and refreshments in our College Dining Room are now free of charge for our short course students. This replaces the pay as you go system that any short course booking email confirmations may have
• We have launched a new food menu. In line with our commitment to sustainability, our menu will focus on fresh, locally produced food, and support a wide range of dietary requirements

Catering options:

• College Dining Room: The main catering outlet in the House is free of charge for short course students and is open from 8am until 7.45pm.
• The Atrium: Situated next to the College Dining Room, you can make complimentary hot drinks 24/7, plus complimentary biscuits daily from 10.30am–11am and 3.30pm–4pm
• Stewards' Bar & Café: Our main drinks bar offers light snacks between 9am-5pm daily. The bar itself, which serves alcohol and soft drinks, is open from 5pm-11pm Monday–Saturday, and 5pm-10pm Sunday
• Gardens Restaurant: Located in our Visitor Centre, offers breakfast and lunch including hot food and a selection of sandwiches, pastries, and beverages. View opening hours
• West Dean Stores: in the heart of the village, a short 5-minute walk from the College, West Dean Stores is a tearoom and shop selling a selection of baked bread, cakes, sandwiches, tea and coffee. It is open 8am-5pm weekdays, and 8am-4pm weekends