Chichester BID

Thursday Reading Group at Chichester Library
2026-02-12 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-03-12 14:00 - 15:00 UTC | Chichester Library, Tower Street, Chichester, West Sussex, PO191QJ
Meet up with others to talk about books and reading on the second Thursday of every month 2.00 – 3.00pm.
Please contact Chichester Library first for more information.
Find out more about joining a reading group.

Rhyme Time at Chichester Library
2026-02-13 09:30 - 11:00, 2026-02-17 14:00 - 14:30, 2026-02-20 09:30 - 11:00, 2026-02-24 14:00 - 14:30, 2026-02-27 09:30 - 11:00, 2026-03-03 14:00 - 14:30, 2026-03-06 09:30 - 11:00, 2026-03-10 14:00 - 14:30 and 4 more dates | Chichester Library, Tower Street, Chichester, West Sussex, PO191QJ
Drop in to join other families with young children for songs and nursery rhymes, every Tuesday 2.15 – 2.45pm and Friday 9.30 – 10.00am.
Please contact Chichester Library for more details.
Please note there are limits on attendance numbers. Due to the popularity of these activities some sessions may become full.
Find out more about attending a Rhyme Time session.

Book Sale at Chichester Library
2026-02-14 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-14 09:00 - 16:00 | Chichester Library, Tower Street, Chichester, West Sussex, PO191QJ
Visit Chichester Library on the second Saturday of the month 9.00 – 4.00pm for the opportunity to buy some fantastic ex-library stock.
We will have titles ranging from rare non-fiction all the way through to some of your favourite bestsellers.

Monday Reading Club at Chichester Library
2026-02-16 16:30 - 17:00, 2026-03-16 16:30 - 17:00 | Chichester Library, Tower Street, Chichester, West Sussex, PO191QJ
Meet up with others to talk about books and reading on the third Monday of every month 4.45 – 5.45pm.
Please contact Chichester Library first for more information.
Find out more about joining a reading group.

Travelling Tales at Chichester Library
2026-02-17 10:00 - 11:00 | Chichester Library, Tower Street, Chichester, West Sussex, PO191QJ
Jump on board at Chichester Library this half-term to row, ride and fly with us through stories about all the different ways we get around, plus some wheelie-fun crafts and activities!
For ages 4+ this is a free event but pre-booking is essential.
Tuesday 17 February 10.00 – 11.00am.
Please contact Chichester Library for more details.

Poetry, Verse, Speeches & Letters at The Barn
2026-02-19 19:00 - 21:00 | The Barn’s Wine Bar, 38 Little London, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1PL
Romance (through the ages)
Join us for an intimate and atmospheric evening celebrating the power of the spoken word. Hosted by Erika Loch and joined by performers of Words Out Loud, all ‘old romantics’ are invited to take to the stage. From poetry and verse to memorable speeches and heartfelt letters, this event invites performers and listeners alike to experience language in all its forms – it promises a relaxed and inspiring evening in good company.
Tickets cost £8 or £23 with a grazing board. Book your space here.

Story Magic at Chichester Library
2026-02-21 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-03-21 10:30 - 11:00 | Chichester Library, Tower Street, Chichester, West Sussex, PO191QJ
Drop into a multi-sensory storytime session specially for children and young people with additional needs, on the third Saturday of the month 10.45 - 11.15am.
Please contact Chichester Library for more details.
Find out more about attending a Story Magic session.

Themes in Poetry - Romantic Love at The Sussex Bookshop
2026-02-25 15:00 - 16:30 | The Sussex Bookshop, 28 South St, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1EL
Meg is passionate about poetry. But many of us still think of it as being “difficult”. Let them share their knowledge and enthusiasm, breaking down the history and language and helping you discover the joy of poetry, one theme at a time.
Book your space here.

Monthly Book Club at The Sussex Bookshop
2026-02-26 15:00 | The Sussex Bookshop, 28 South St, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1EL
Join The Sussex Bookshop for their monthly Book Club on the last Thursday of every month.
Thursday 26 February, 3pm – Wild Dark Shore
Thursday 26 March, 3pm – The Vanishing Point

Tuesday Reading Club at Chichester Library
2026-03-03 10:00 - 11:00 | Chichester Library, Tower Street, Chichester, West Sussex, PO191QJ
Meet up with others to talk about books and reading on the first Tuesday of every month 10.00 – 11.00am.
Please contact Chichester Library first for more information.
Find out more about joining a reading group.

Poetry & Spoken Word Open-Mic at The Ghost at the Feast
2026-03-03 18:00 | The Ghost at the Feast, 33-34 North Street, Chichester, PO19 1LX
Come along and read some of your own poetry or prose, listen to others and share in the joys of the spoken word.

Arrive from 6pm to order drinks and snacks. Open-Mic starts at 6:30pm.
Join us for our regular in-person Open-Mic event upstairs at The Ghost at the Feast in Chichester, West Sussex. We meet on the 1st Tuesday of every month. The event is free to attend and open to anyone, but a £3.00 donation made on the door would be very much appreciated.
Come along and read some of your own poetry, a published poem or even read some prose.
It doesn’t matter if this is the first piece you have written or whether you are a seasoned pro, you will find a warm and supportive welcome as you share your work with us out loud.
And if reading out loud is not for you, please do come along and enjoy the atmosphere and listen to the readings.
The Ghost at the Feast has a variety of indie kitchen outlets and bars, so plenty to choose from to eat and drink throughout the evening, as well.

The Silent Book Club at Robin's Nest
2026-03-04 14:00 - 16:00 | Robin’s Nest Coffee Shop, 5 Baffins Ln, Chichester, PO19 1UA, United Kingdom
A calm way to connect with other readers – without the expectations of a traditional book club. This is a low-pressure, come-as-you-are space. We’ll start with optional time to chat, followed by an hour of quiet reading together.

Is it my ADHD? at Chichester Library
2026-03-04 19:00 | Chichester Library, Tower Street, Chichester, West Sussex, PO191QJ
Join writer and podcaster Grace Timothy on Wednesday 4 March at 7.00pm at Chichester Library as part of Wellbeing Month.
Much like the 3-4% of the British population with ADHD, Grace Timothy always felt on the outskirts of ‘normal’. After a lifetime of mental and physical symptoms that didn’t quite add up, she was finally diagnosed in 2021.
Grace will discuss her own journey and give an insight into what life is like for women living with ADHD.
There will be a Question and Answer session and book signing following the interview. Books will be available to purchase on the night.
Tickets are £3, available from Chichester Library.

Aspiring Authors Workshop at The Sussex Bookshop
2026-03-05 15:00 - 16:30 | The Sussex Bookshop, 28 South St, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1EL
Calling All Aspiring Authors!
Is this the year you hope to write a book? Or maybe you’ve already started writing? If so, congratulations on putting pen to paper!
But what comes next? What do you do once you’ve finished your book? How do you even begin to go about getting your book onto the shelves of an Independent Bookshop? Come and join us to learn how to get your book onto our bookshelves.
In this 90 minute session you will get tips from our bookshop owner, Alexis, on how she selects authors and what you can do to increase your marketability. There will also be an opportunity to participate in a Q&A, where she will answer your questions and help guide you forward on your new writing adventure!
Book your space here.

Poetry, Verse, Speeches & Letters at The Barn
2026-03-19 19:00 - 21:00 | The Barn’s Wine Bar, 38 Little London, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1PL
Ode to Women
Join us for an intimate and atmospheric evening celebrating the power of the spoken word. Hosted by Erika Loch and joined by performers of Words Out Loud, you are invited to come with a poem, verse, speech or letter and take part in what promises to be an inspiring evening in good company. From voices paying tributes to women to wonderful texts written by women, local and historical, this event invites performers and listeners alike to experience language in all its forms.
Tickets cost £8 or £23 with a grazing board. Book your space here.
