Kokova Magazine

West Dean’s Chilli Fiesta 5-7 August 2011 is an essential date for your diary this summer. 2010 was the hottest year yet with over 9,000 visitors over the three days. Now, anticipation is building for this year’s red hot event which looks set to raise the roof!

In 2011 the fiery Chilli Fiesta at West Dean Gardens, near Chichester in West Sussex, will take place on Friday 5, Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 August. Opening hours: 10.30 – 5pm (last entry 4.30pm)

For three days, West Dean Gardens are given over to chilli madness, from flaming food, live music and salsa dancing to Hot! Hot! Hot! chillies - there’s something for everyone!

Admire the vast array of over 200 peppers grown in pots in the magnificently restored Victorian Glasshouses and displayed in pristine rows in every shape and size ranging from serene green through to red hot.

There will be plenty of opportunities to tantalise your taste-buds, with over 150 stallholders selling chilli related items including plants, seeds, sauces and prepared meals as well as beer, chocolate, ice cream, clothing and jewellery.

Full adult prices tickets and opening times for 2011:
Open from 10.30am – 5pm (last entry 4.30pm)
Friday 5 August £ 8.00 (On-Line) £ 8.50 (On the Door)
Saturday 6 August £ 8.50 (On-Line) £10.00 (On the Door)
Sunday 7 August £ 8.50 (On-Line) £10.00 (On the Door)
3-day pass (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) £17.00 (On-line)

Discounts and fast-track tickets are available to purchase in advance at www.westdean.org.uk
Entry to the event also allows full access to the Gardens, Parkland and Arboretum. West Dean Gardens, Nr Chichester, West Sussex, PO18 ORX
Please note, only assistance dogs are allowed into events. www.westdean.org.uk 01243 818 210