Symposium 2025: Tombs of the Aristocracy
When
Where
West Dean College
West Dean College, West Dean, Chichester, West Sussex PO18 0QZ
We are delighted to invite you to the next Church Monuments Society symposium, which will be held at West Dean College from Friday 29th to Sunday 31st August 2025.
Our theme, Tombs of the Aristocracy, is inspired by the magnificent tombs of the Fitzalans and Howards (Earls and Dukes of Norfolk) in Arundel and Chichester but covers so much more (see the provisional programme that can be downloaded below). The event will include expert lectures and two excursions, with both residential and non-residential options for attending. Please download the relevant booking form from below, which can be emailed to us (instructions on the form).
The symposium is open to anyone, but members of the Church Monuments Society are eligible for Early Bird rates up to 31st March 2025. We encourage early booking, but the final deadline for bookings is 30th June 2025. See the booking forms for more details and conditions.
Those aged under 30, and/or registered on full- or part-time degree courses, are eligible for a special reduced rate, but these special rates are strictly limited in number and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please use the relevant booking form to apply.
We look forward to seeing you at this exciting event!
Meanwhile – there is a gallery of photos below to whet your appetites.
Provisional programme
Non-residential booking form