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Chichester Open Studios Art Trail 2026
A Celebration of Creativity Across the District The much-anticipated Chichester Open Studios Art Trail returns this spring, offering two inspiring weekends filled with creativity, discovery, and community …
Government launches further consultation on local government reorganisation in Sussex
The Government has today (12 May) launched a further consultation on options for local government reorganisation in Sussex. Following feedback from the previous consultation, which opened in November, the …
Chichester Cinema presents Tony Palmer: A Selective Retrospective 10, 17 and 24 May
In honour of the release of Tony Palmer's memoirs this May, Chichester Cinema in West Sussex is proud to announce Tony Palmer: A Selective Retrospective , a celebration of one …
Dapper market will support vintage and classic motorcycle charity event as it revs into Chichester
Classic motorcycles and riders from across West Sussex will be returning to Chichester city centre for the grand finish to their annual charity ride on Sunday 17 May. …
Residents invited to information events on Oaklands Park walking and wheeling route
Residents and visitors are being invited to find out more about plans for a new walking, cycling and wheeling route through Oaklands Park, which will provide safer northsouth and east-west …
Secured Donation from Leading Artist Boosts Silent Art Auction at New Park Centre
A major community art initiative in Chichester is gaining momentum this summer, as New Park Centre announces the secured donation of an original artwork from acclaimed local artist Louise Duggan, …
Shaping the Future by Preserving the Past: Heritage Crafts for the Next Generation
Families are invited to roll up their sleeves and step into the past at the Weald & Downland Living Museum, West Sussex, with Try a Trade on the 9 & …
New Art and Textile Tours launch at Chichester Cathedral, bringing modern sacred art to life
A new programme of monthly Art and Textile Tours will launch at Chichester Cathedral from 29 April 2026, offering visitors the opportunity to experience one of the country's most …
Broadcaster Kevin McCloud to return to Chichester for special fundraising evening in support of Childrens BookFest
Broadcaster, designer and writer Kevin McCloud will return to Chichester this spring, by popular demand, for a special fundraising evening at Chichester Cathedral in support of local charity Childrens BookFest. Taking place on …
Chichester BID launches Chichester in Bloom to celebrate 30 years of the Festival Of Flowers
Chichester BID is bringing the city into full bloom this June, launching a new city-wide initiative to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the renowned Festival of Flowers at Chichester Cathedral. …
Children's BookFest expands its mission with launch of BookFest YA to tackle decline in teenage reading
Chichester-based charity Children's BookFest, which brings authors, poets and illustrators into local schools to inspire a love of reading, has launched BookFest YA. This new programme is aimed at 11-17 …
Towering sculptures by renowned artist Felicity Aylieff are to be exhibited in the glorious setting of the National Trust's Petworth House and Park
Expressions in Blue: Monumental Porcelain by Felicity Aylieff invites visitors to experience Petworth anew, with these towering works positioned in the Capability Brown landscaped park and throughout the house. …