Celebrity chefs, including Caribbean chef Rustie Lee, and Dean Edwards, Resident Chef on ITV's Lorraine will be cooking some of their favourite recipes at the award-winning Chilli Fiesta in August. Festival-goers can watch demonstrations, sample some delicious delights, pick up expert tips and shop for produce so they can try-out new recipes with a chilli twist at home.

Make the most of the summer on a creative Short Course at West Dean College. Be inspired by the college's unique atmosphere and escape the everyday in the stunning surroundings of the historic house located within the South Downs. Students have access to the award-winning West Dean Gardens bursting with the vivid colours of summer.

The Edward James Foundation has invested in a new state-of-the-art biomass (wood fuelled) boiler at the West Dean Estate.

The college offers clear pathways for beginners to progress on to advanced courses and many students then go on to the Foundation Diploma in Art and Design (FDAD) to develop their portfolio.