West Dean Gardens will remain open during lockdown

The gardens are open seven days a week with their winter opening hours from 10.30am to 4pm and entry continues to be by timed tickets available to book online. Pre-booking is essential. The gardens’ shop and restaurant will be closed.

Alexander Barron, chief executive, West Dean College of Arts and Conservation, said: “Not only can visitors enjoy the wonderful gardens, they can also escape with a walk through the stunning autumnal parkland – which gives great creative inspiration to artists and photographers alike.

“At this time, when outdoor space and fresh air are so important for people’s wellbeing, we are very pleased to be able to keep the gardens open for the local community to visit and enjoy. The gardens and surrounding landscape at West Dean look truly stunning in the autumn – the colours are inspirational!”

“As announced in June, West Dean Gardens is also offering free entry to NHS workers + one adult. This also needs to be pre-booked online and ID shown on arrival.”

Entry is £7 and free entry for children under 16. Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.

Toilet facilities will be available and a stringent cleaning regime is in place. More details and guidelines for on ensuring a safe visit can be found on

https://www.westdean.org.uk/gardens/opening-hours-and-admissions#FAQs

West Dean Gardens is part of the Edward James Foundation, a charitable trust, also comprising West Dean College of Arts and Conservation, West Dean Estate and the West Dean Tapestry Studio.

More information is available on www.westdean.org.uk.