We are transforming our Gardens entrance and moving it to a new building, the Gardens Gatehouse. Located next to the current visitor centre, the new Gardens Gatehouse will house the Gardens entrance, our Craft Shop, the Plant Nursery, a range of fantastic gifts and a series of creative taster sessions.

West Dean’s KLC School of Design are pleased to announce the formation of their Industry Advisory Group.

West Dean is pleased to announce the appointments of Professor Laura Peters as Vice-Principal, and Ian Pleace as Director of Finance.

Congratulations to the students finishing their studies, it was wonderful to celebrate the hard work and achievements at both graduation ceremonies.

We would like to share that Francine Norris, Principal and Deputy Chief Executive, will be leaving West Dean towards the end of April as she looks ahead to the next chapter in her career.

Helen Winter, owner of coral interiors and one of the first Vegan-Certified Designers in the UK, discusses why vegan interior design matters.

It’s been another successful year at Chelsea Flower Show for Garden Design Diploma alumni, students and tutors alike!

Student work produced during the Summer 2023 International Design Workshop has been included in an exhibition at Matt Black Barn in West Sussex.

A number of graduates from Interior and Garden Design programmes have been included in the House & Garden Top 100 Interior Designers and Architects, and Top 50 Garden Designers lists for 2024.