Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour with Collections Manager Hugh Morrison and Archivist Simon Coleman to explore the life and work of Edward James and how his creative partnerships with prominent Surrealists such as Salvador Dalí, René Magritte and Leonora Carrington led to his involvement with some of the most iconic works, including the Mae West Lips Sofa and Lobster Telephone.

Image credit: © Salvador Dali, Fundació Gala-Salvador Dalí, DACS 2024

Open day. For open minds.

Curious about our courses in Creative Writing & Publishing?
Book your place at our next Open Day on Thursday 1 May 2025 and discover more about our courses and studying with us.

Enjoy an exclusive tour of the famous West Dean Gardens with two senior and knowledgeable members of the Garden Team, followed by a delicious cream tea in the prestigious Oak Hall.

Interested in discussing Degree & Diploma courses face-to-face? Our Student Recruitment team will be onsite every Friday from 10am to 4pm, located next to reception at the main college at our Sussex campus. (Pre-booking is required for London campus)

Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour with Collections Manager Hugh Morrison and Archivist Simon Coleman to explore the life and work of Edward James and how his creative partnerships with prominent Surrealists such as Salvador Dalí, René Magritte and Leonora Carrington led to his involvement with some of the most iconic works, including the Mae West Lips Sofa and Lobster Telephone.

Image credit: © Salvador Dali, Fundació Gala-Salvador Dalí, DACS 2024

Enjoy an exclusive tour of the famous West Dean Gardens with two senior and knowledgeable members of the Garden Team, followed by a delicious cream tea in the prestigious Oak Hall.

Interested in discussing Degree & Diploma courses face-to-face? Our Student Recruitment team will be onsite every Friday from 10am to 4pm, located next to reception at the main college at our Sussex campus. (Pre-booking is required for London campus)

Enjoy an exclusive tour of the famous West Dean Gardens with two senior and knowledgeable members of the Garden Team, followed by a delicious cream tea in the prestigious Oak Hall.

Interested in discussing Degree & Diploma courses face-to-face? Our Student Recruitment team will be onsite every Friday from 10am to 4pm, located next to reception at the main college at our Sussex campus. (Pre-booking is required for London campus)

Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour with Collections Manager Hugh Morrison and Archivist Simon Coleman to explore the life and work of Edward James and how his creative partnerships with prominent Surrealists such as Salvador Dalí, René Magritte and Leonora Carrington led to his involvement with some of the most iconic works, including the Mae West Lips Sofa and Lobster Telephone.

Image credit: © Salvador Dali, Fundació Gala-Salvador Dalí, DACS 2024

Enjoy an exclusive tour of the famous West Dean Gardens with two senior and knowledgeable members of the Garden Team, followed by a delicious cream tea in the prestigious Oak Hall.

Interested in discussing Degree & Diploma courses face-to-face? Our Student Recruitment team will be onsite every Friday from 10am to 4pm, located next to reception at the main college at our Sussex campus. (Pre-booking is required for London campus)

Book your tickets for this Classical Guitar Festival Concert by the highly acclaimed virtuoso concert artist, composer and tutor Pavel Steidl.

Book your tickets for this Classical Guitar Festival Open Day at West Dean College featuring a recital from Classic FM 'rising star' Alexandra Whittingham.

Book your tickets for this Classical Guitar Festival Concert by prize-winning international soloist from Belgium, Jan Depreter.

Book your tickets for this Classical Guitar Festival Concert by the Aquarelle Guitar Quartet. The Aquarelle Guitar Quartet are recognised as being one of the world’s leading guitar quartets. 

Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour with Collections Manager Hugh Morrison and Archivist Simon Coleman to explore the life and work of Edward James and how his creative partnerships with prominent Surrealists such as Salvador Dalí, René Magritte and Leonora Carrington led to his involvement with some of the most iconic works, including the Mae West Lips Sofa and Lobster Telephone.

Image credit: © Salvador Dali, Fundació Gala-Salvador Dalí, DACS 2024

Enjoy an exclusive tour of the famous West Dean Gardens with two senior and knowledgeable members of the Garden Team, followed by a delicious cream tea in the prestigious Oak Hall.

Interested in discussing Degree & Diploma courses face-to-face? Our Student Recruitment team will be onsite every Friday from 10am to 4pm, located next to reception at the main college at our Sussex campus. (Pre-booking is required for London campus)

Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour with Collections Manager Hugh Morrison and Archivist Simon Coleman to explore the life and work of Edward James and how his creative partnerships with prominent Surrealists such as Salvador Dalí, René Magritte and Leonora Carrington led to his involvement with some of the most iconic works, including the Mae West Lips Sofa and Lobster Telephone.

Image credit: © Salvador Dali, Fundació Gala-Salvador Dalí, DACS 2024