Arts and Craft Summer Schools
24 July 2026 to 13 August 2026

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