Leave a Legacy for Worthing’s Future

One Hundred Years Ago, One Gift Changed Worthing Forever

When visitors walk through the Pavilion Atrium, attend a concert in the Assembly Hall, or enjoy the cultural life of Worthing today, many don’t realise they are experiencing the lasting impact of one remarkable act of generosity.

James Gurney Denton, four-time Mayor of Worthing, believed deeply in the future of his town.

In 1922, he gifted Denton Gardens to the people of Worthing. In 1933, he donated the equivalent of 3 million pounds to create the Assembly Hall. Following his death, a further gift from his estate helped create what is now the Pavilion Atrium.

Nearly a century later, his generosity continues to shape the cultural life of our community.

Today, Worthing Theatres & Museum invites supporters to join that same tradition of generosity. 

A Lasting Gift for Future Generations

A gift in your Will can help ensure that theatre, art, culture and heritage continue to inspire people across Worthing for years to come.

After providing for family and loved ones, many people choose to leave a charitable gift so that something they care about deeply can continue making a difference.

For some, that means helping children discover creativity for the first time. For others, it means preserving local heritage, supporting artists and performers, or ensuring future generations can enjoy the same cultural experiences that have enriched their own lives.

Whatever your reason, your gift can help shape Worthing’s cultural future.

Why Leave a Gift to Worthing Theatres & Museum?

Worthing Theatres & Museum plays a vital role in the life of our town.

Every year we bring people together through theatre, exhibitions, live music, learning programmes and cultural events. We care for important local collections, celebrate creativity and create opportunities for people of all ages to engage with arts and heritage.

Legacy gifts help ensure this work can continue long into the future.

The Difference Your Legacy Could Make

Future legacy gifts could help us:

• Preserve and share Worthing’s heritage collections
• Inspire children and young people through creative learning opportunities
• Support artists, performers and creative talent
• Keep arts and culture accessible to everyone in our community
• Care for our theatres, museum and cultural spaces
• Create new opportunities for future generations to experience the transformative power of culture

Every gift, whatever its size, can make a lasting difference.

How to Leave a Gift in Your Will

There are several ways to leave a gift to Worthing Theatres & Museum:

• A Residuary Gift: A share of your estate after family, friends and other commitments have been taken care of.
• A Pecuniary Gift: A fixed sum of money.

We always recommend seeking professional legal advice when writing or updating your Will.

Let Us Know About Your Gift

If you have already included Worthing Theatres & Museum in your Will, or are considering doing so, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Telling us about your intentions is entirely voluntary, and your plans remain completely confidential.

By letting us know, you can help us plan for the future, and we can thank you for your support during your lifetime.

Most importantly, it gives us the opportunity to understand what matters most to you and the impact you hope your gift will have.

Our Promise to You

We understand that decisions about your Will are deeply personal.

We promise:

• To respect your privacy
• To recognise that your loved ones come first
• To treat all conversations in confidence
• To answer your questions honestly and openly
• To use any future gift carefully and responsibly
• To honour the trust you place in us

Any legacy pledge is non-binding, and you can change your mind at any time.

If you would like to learn more about leaving a gift in your Will, our Development Team would be pleased to have a confidential conversation with you.

Whether you simply have a question or would like further information, we would be delighted to hear from you.