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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 spirit. Spanning 116 venues across the district, this years Trail showcases the work of 164 artists, making it one of the largest and most Read more...

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 Government is now seeking views on two additional options. These are based on modifications to proposals previously submitted by local authorities in Read more...

Featured events

Goodwoof

16 - 17 May

The Kennels at Goodwood

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Tides (An Autism Story)

16 May

The Nest at Chichester Festival Theatre

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Spotlight On

A morning with the Goodwood Education Trust

This year the Goodwood Education Trust celebrates its 50th anniversary. Read about my visit last year.The sun was shining and I put my wellies on and took myself off to the Goodwood Education Trust which is nestled in a beautiful setting in woodland adjacent to Goodwood Home Farm. What an amazing Read more...

Upcoming events

May16
Goodwoof
Goodwoof is a dog event like no other. With all activities included in
May16
Tides (An Autism Story)
Dylan Ward is autistic. He has his own way of thinking and his
May16
Multi Activity Days
Our best option if you want to have a go at everything! Usually,
May16
Chichester Open Studios Art Trail
With 164 artists showing in 116 venues these will be two weekends that
May16
Diane Henshaw - Art Trail Potter
Come and chat with me in my garden pottery studio. I make functional
May16
09:00 Emsworth Loves Local Small Business Market
Join us at Emsworth Methodist Church for a lovely day celebrating small businesses,
May16
10:00 Kids Saturday Sewing Sessions "Personalised Flower Bunting"
Come along to our kids sewing Saturday for stitching fun!We will be running
May16
10:30 Saxon Drawing Workshop
Explore The Novium Museums Saxon handling collection and explore a range of objects
May16
16:00 Paper Sweet Pea Workshop with Petal and Bird
PAPER SWEET PEA WORKSHOP Join Clare of Petal & Bird for a couple
May16
18:00 Guided bird-watching boat trip on Solar Heritage
Our monthly nature cruises on our solar-powered boat offer the perfect way to
May17
19:00 Carmina Burana - The Shopwhyke Singers
Carmina Burana performed by the Shopwhyke singers under musical director Alex Dichmont.Tickets -
May18
08:00 Harbour Networking
All hands on deck! Join us for our next exclusive networking session held

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