Explore your creative side with our taster sessions in arts and crafts.

Led by experienced tutors, these introductory, hands-on sessions are delivered at our Gardens Gatehouse craft table, and offer the perfect opportunity to discover new crafting skills in a relaxed, small-group setting.

Features:

• Introductory sessions to a wide variety of arts and craft techniques
• Step-by-step guidance from expert tutors. No experience required
• All materials and tools provided. Simply turn up, enjoy the process and take home what you create
• Small group class sizes. Ideal experience to share with friends or family
• Morning or afternoon sessions last two hours and fit perfectly into a day out at West Dean

Make a day of it!
Your Taster Session booking includes free entry* to our award-winning West Dean Gardens. Combine your creative experience with a relaxing stroll, or treat yourself to a delicious lunch in the Gardens Kitchen. 

*Applicable to all taster sessions until 31 August 2026

Ready to take your skills further?
Our taster sessions are just the beginning. We offer hundreds of immersive, expert-led short courses in arts, crafts, design and conservation throughout the year, ranging from one-day, weekends and week-long experiences. 
 Explore our short courses