Open for Business

Championing and supporting the city’s businesses

Chichester BID has been an important part of the business landscape of Chichester for nearly 10 years.

Bringing together more than 625 local businesses and organisations, we are dedicated to delivering an innovative programme of projects and services to support our city centre and local economy.

Our Strategic Priorities

Promoting Chichester
What we are doing to help drive footfall
Organised & Safer Streets
Keeping our streets safe and accessible
Business Opportunity
Attracting new business investment into the city
Chichester Gift Card
Sign up to our Chichester Gift Card scheme
Alive After Five
Supporting the Night Time Economy

Latest Campaigns

Hurrah for Shippam’s at The Novium Museum
William Nicholson at Pallant House Gallery
Caroline Walker: Mothering at Pallant House Gallery

Latest News

Going ‘All In’ for Reading in Chichester

January 2026

Chichester joins 2026 National Year of Reading Campaign Chichester is set to become a leading regional voice in the Government’s National Year of Reading2026 ‘Go All In’ campaign, with a...

Discover The Hornet Chichester

January 2026

Local Experts, Independent Shops & Hidden Courtyards If you tend to stick to Chichester’s main shopping streets, there’s a good chance you’ve walked or driven straight past The Hornet, Chichester...

6 for 2026: Wellbeing & New Beginnings in Chichester

January 2026

Looking for fresh ways to feel good in 2026? From yoga and pilates studios to creative workshops, independent bookshops and expert-led self-care, Chichester city centre offers plenty of options toreset...