AppArt

17/09/2026

Yesterday, we travelled to sculptor Jonathan Hateley's studio and grounds to see the Sussex Art & Sculpture Trail just outside Hastings.
Jonathan was joined by several other artists, some of whom we knew and others that we didn't. The Trail was set out in a field of grass and trees and surrounded by woodland. We also met Jonathan and Sarina and saw his latest work in progress.

It is well worth a visit and is open until Saturday 19th September.
Here are a few images of some of the work we enjoyed.

23/06/2026

Ev Meynell sculpture repaired and returned to King Edward’s School, Witley.

Ev Meynell’s classic sculpture “Peace”, which depicted a woman holding a dove, was damaged by high winds. It was knocked over and broke into several pieces.

It was lovingly restored by Graeme Lougher over several months. Graeme is a sculptor well known for casting work for other sculptors as well as producing his own stunning work. He had to rebuild the sculpture, strengthening and reinstating the internal structure and piecing together the broken parts. He then resurfaced the bronze resin outer surfaces of the work so that it looks like new.

The sculpture was purchased by the School in the Vivartis era with the help of a donation from the head girl at the time, Katherine Wood.

On Friday, 19th June, it was restored to its original location on the back lawn adjacent to the school’s chapel. It will now be admired by further generations of King Edward’s students, parents, and staff.

18/06/2026

AppArt 2027 dates are confirmed. Sunday 31st January 2027 Applications deadline
Sunday 14th March Set up Sculpture Trail
Wednesday 24th March Set up Indoor Exhibition in Gerald Coke Pentagon
Saturday 27th March Indoor Art hand in.
Saturday 3rd April AppArt Exhibition Opens
Saturday 17th April AppArt Exhibition Closes 4pm
AppArt Sold work collected 4pm -7pm
Sunday 18th April AppArt unsold work collected 10am to 12 noon

28/04/2026

Well, AppArt 2026 is over, and it was a very successful Exhibition & Sculpture Trail at King Edward's School, Witley.

If you missed it, here is a short video of the Indoor Exhibition.

17/04/2026

Dear all,
We have had an amazing exhibition at King Edward's and have sold nearly 300 artworks. If you are coming to collect work that you bought, please park on the grass to the left of building 17 on the map. Signs will take you to the building where all sold work is held. It is not in the indoor exhibition but adjacent ot it in building 13.

We look forward to seeing you on Saturday between 2pm and 6 pm.
Gwyn & Evelyn

16/04/2026

We are nearing the end of AppArt 2026. We have had record numbers of visitors, and even the colder, wet weather has not deterred them.
There are three days left, and plenty of high-quality paintings, sculptures, ceramics, and photographs remain for purchase. We look forward to welcoming you to King Edward's School, Witley.

12/04/2026

Well, there is just one week to go before AppArt 2026 finishes.

We have had record numbers of visitors to our new venue at King Edward's School, Witley. The indoor Exhibition has plenty of natural light, and the building is an interesting design and shape. The Sculpture Trail wraps around the Indoor exhibition so visitors can move seamlessly between the two.

The King Edward's Coffee Bar has also been an additional attraction that has gone down well. Sales have been high, and there are many happy artists.

07/04/2026

For those of you who missed the opening of AppArt 2026 by Nicola Godden at King Edward's School, Witley. Here is a short video of the event.

Nicola Godden, Sculptor opened AppArt 2026 at King Edward's School, Witley on Friday 3rd April 2026.

06/04/2026

As the Easter period draws to a close and better weather is promised, now is the time to visit AppArt's Art Exhibition & Sculpture Trail at King Edward's School, Witley. We are open daily from 10 am to 4pm until Saturday, 18th April. Admission is Free.

Here is a taster of what you could see on the Sculpture Trail.

05/04/2026

AppArt 2026 is well underway, and on Good Friday, Nicola Godden opened the Exhibition and Sculpture Trail. Our new venue at King Edward's School is being well-received by visitors, and sales have been brisk.

There is a lot to see on Easter Sunday. Easter eggs will be available to visitors while stocks last.