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Chichester Festival Theatre pays tribute to Dame Penelope Keith

We are greatly saddened to learn of the death of Dame Penelope Keith CBE. Justin Audibert (Artistic Director) and Kathy Bourne (Executive Director) said: "Penelope Keith was already a hugely popular and cherished actress when she came to Chichester for the first time in 1977 in The Apple Cart, and her Read more...

Chichester BID invites residents to discover why the City's Independents are "More than..."

New month-long campaign champions the positive impact Chichesters independent businesses have within the community and beyond. Chichester BID has launched its 2026 Proudly Chichester, Proudly Independent campaign in celebration of National Independent Retailers Month, inviting residents and visitors to discover why the citys independent businesses are More Than… The campaign was Read more...

Featured events

Chichester Society: Regeneration in the City

29 June, 18:00-20:00

Assembly Room, Chichester

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Pergola Open Air theatre

29 June - 11 July, 19:30-21:45

West Dean College and Gardens

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Spotlight On

How to Celebrate English Wine Week Locally

There's a wine revolution underway and lucky for us, the fields surrounding Chichester seem to be leading the pack by producing international award-winning blends some even beating French Champagne in blind tastings and attracting visitors from across the country. English Wine Week (20-28 June 2026) is the annual national celebration coordinated Read more...

Upcoming events

Jun29
18:00 Chichester Society: Regeneration in the City
Our annual summer forum is an information sharing event about significant local issues,
Jun29
19:30 Pergola Open Air theatre
Enjoy an enchanting summer evenings theatre with six performances of Shakespeare s everlasting
Jun30
21:00 The Night Shift
Step into the hush of a warm summer night and experience the countryside
Jul01
10:00 Open House & Foyer Cafe
Join us in our foyer cafe, a welcoming and relaxing spot for tea
Jul01
18:00 Outdoor Theatre: The Great Gatsby
We are delighted to welcome This is My Theatre Company to Stansted Park
Jul01
19:30 Sussex folk song and folk song collectors
Historian and folk singer, Chris Hare, will introduce the old folk songs of
Jul02
18:15 Breathwork Classes (fortnightly)
BREATHE WELL by Vitae Vi There are good reasons why breathwork is experiencing
Jul03
Outdoor Cinema: Dirty Dancing
Nobody puts baby in the corner!Get ready for an unforgettable night of music,
Jul03
08:00 First Friday Breakfast
Please contact Pete Wild for details; chibreakfast@firstfriday-network.co.uk. The Chichester Group meet for breakfast
Jul03
09:00 Chichester Farmers' Market
We believe our markets are one of the best in the region as
Jul03
11:00 Pictures in the Porch + 100
Catherine Barnes exhibition of 20 paintings in the porch plus 100 others in
Jul03
12:30 First Friday Network
Join Berdene and Ian from Lodge Court who will welcome you with a

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