The Selsey Tramway Exhibition at The Novium Museum
2024-07-30 10:00 - 2025-09-02 16:30 UTC | Novium Musuem, 1 Tower Street, Chichester, PO19 1QH, United Kingdom
This exhibition recounts the fascinating but ill-fated story of Selsey Tramway.
The exhibition recounts how a railway line was proposed to link the then remote and isolated village of Selsey with Chichester. By August 1897, the Selsey Tramway was born, operated by The Hundred of Manhood and Selsey Tramway Company.

I Grew Up 80s at The Novium Museum
2024-12-07 10:00 - 2025-06-08 16:30 | Novium Musuem, 1 Tower Street, Chichester, PO19 1QH, United Kingdom
Revisit the vibrancy and innovation that defined a decade!
‘I Grew Up 80s’ provides a colourful trip down memory lane, capturing what the decade was like from a child’s perspective when music was on cassettes, shellsuits and leg warmers were must-haves and everyone received a Rubik’s Cube for Christmas.
The period saw huge developments in science, technology, fashion, entertainment and the way we interact with each other. The exhibition will explore life before the internet and investigates the shared cultural experience of childhood in the 1980s.
Visitors will find more than 200 items of memorabilia showcasing the youthful exuberance of the decade, from toys such as Care Bears, My Little Pony and Transformers, to album covers of timeless musicians like Queen, George Michael, Phil Collins and Kate Bush.
‘I Grew Up 80s’ offers nostalgic trip down memory lane for many of our visitors, but will also provide an enlightening insight for younger visitors to see the differences between then and now.
As well as exploring what childhood looked like for their parents, children can explore interactive elements of the exhibition including 80s dress up, trivia questions, games and 1980s themed toys, including many old childhood ‘must-haves’!

Out & Proud in Chichester at The Novium Museum
2025-02-01 10:00 - 2025-09-06 16:30 | Novium Musuem, 1 Tower Street, Chichester, PO19 1QH, United Kingdom
Celebrate the history of Chichester Pride and the inspiring stories of our local LGBTQ+ community. This co-curated exhibition, created in collaboration with Chichester Pride, highlights the rich tapestry of LGBTQ+ history, resilience, and pride. Discover powerful personal stories and explore the journey of this vibrant community through a project dedicated to visibility, education, and celebration.

Rana Begum: No.1367 Mesh at Pallant House Gallery
2025-02-13 10:00 - 2025-07-04 17:00 | Pallant House Gallery, 9 North Pallant, Chichester, PO19 1TJ
Acclaimed visual artist Rana Begum RA transforms our historic staircase with No.1367 Mesh, her iconic suspended, colourful mesh clusters, creating a vibrant blend of history and contemporary art.

The monumental installation, No.1367 Mesh, crafted specifically for our historic staircase, features Begum’s iconic colourful mesh clusters (often referred to as ‘clouds’). Each unique configuration brings vibrant colour and organic forms to the 18th-century townhouse, blending history and contemporary art. The gridded material will spill over the landing balcony and through the middle of the staircase. It will allow visitors to experience the artwork from multiple angles.
Rana Begum’s work is known for blurring the boundaries between sculpture, painting, and architecture. It will bring a unique harmony of light, texture, and geometry to the Gallery. Begum draws inspiration from urban landscapes and traditional Islamic art, using light as a fundamental medium to create immersive visual experiences.
Join us from 20 July to experience the magic of Rana Begum’s latest creation. In 2025 Rana Begum will be curating an exhibition drawn from the Pallant House Gallery collection to complement her installation.

Chichester950 | Religion, Rebellion & Reformation
2025-02-14 09:00 - 2025-11-01 17:00 | Chichester Cathedral, West Street, Chichester, PO19 1PX
An exhibition sharing the story of the Christian faith in Sussex, revealed through people, events and objects, from 1075 to the present day.

To mark our 950th anniversary, we are delighted to present Religion, Rebellion & Reformation, an exhibition sharing the story of the Christian faith in Sussex, revealed through people, events and treasures, from 1075 to the present day.
The exhibition, which runs from 14th February – 15th November 2025, features fascinating artefacts from across the Diocese of Chichester, spanning East and West Sussex. Each object reveals remarkable moments and people from history.
Highlights include:

Bejewelled rings and intricately decorated staffs and croziers owned and worn by the influential bishops of the Middle Ages.
Comparing a delicate bronze Medieval crucifix, unearthed in a churchyard in Coombes, with a simple wooden cross fashioned from duck board by a WWI soldier in the trenches.
A pocket-sized Bible donated by the Sussex Regiment, containing a pressed flower from Macedonia, where its owner served on the front line.
The inspiring story of a group of wealthy and well-connected women who defied societal norms to help establish the first Anglican sisterhood, The Society of St Margaret, in 1854. Read their journals to explore how their tireless work brought lifesaving care to the sick and destitute in East Grinstead and beyond.
Meeting Reginald Peacock, a Bishop of Chichester and the first theologian to write in English—a bold act that ultimately led to his condemnation as a heretic.

These and many other fascinating artefacts will allow visitors to discover nine centuries of hidden histories and to reflect on the enduring role of faith during times of hardship and change.
Religion, Rebellion & Reformation has been curated by the Cathedral’s Canon Treasurer, the Reverend Canon Vanessa Baron, Visitor Experience Manager Rebecca Lewry-Gray, and designed by Chichester-based design team StudioMoo.

Wilfrid the Seal Trail at Chichester Cathedral
2025-04-07 09:00 - 2025-11-15 17:00 | Chichester Cathedral, West Street, Chichester, PO19 1PX
Inspired by St. Wilfrid’s historic journey from Selsey to Chichester, Wilfrid will lead young explorers on an adventure through the Cathedral, uncovering treasures and fascinating history.
Families are invited to seek out artefacts, such as flowers pressed by a soldier between the pages of a Bible in the trenches of WWI and 800-year-old rings worn by Bishops during the 12th century. Led by Wilfrid the Seal, children and their adults will delight in uncovering the rich and vibrant tales behind these historic items.
Ideal for all ages, for younger children there is an eye spy game, and everyone will enjoy making (and eating) the 18th century rice pudding recipe once back home.
Once you’ve completed your trail don’t forget to head to our shop or speak to a member of staff to retrieve your sticker prize!
The trail can be collected from the Visitors’ Desk or at points around the Cathedral and will be running from 7th April – 15th November 2025.

Seeing Each Other: Portraits of Artists at Pallant House Gallery
2025-05-17 10:00 - 2025-11-02 17:00 | Pallant House Gallery, 9 North Pallant, Chichester, PO19 1TJ
Discover the relationships that shaped the last 120 years of British Art in this remarkable portrait exhibition.

This major exhibition brings together over 150 works that explore artistic relationships, identity, and mutual influence in modern and contemporary British art. Spanning 125 years, it showcases paintings, prints, drawings, photography, sculpture, and installations that capture the distinctive gaze between creative peers.
Featuring over 80 artists including Lucian Freud, Lubaina Himid, David Hockney, Lee Miller, Eric Ravilious, Paula Rego and many more, the exhibition unveils friendships and emulation, as well as homages to earlier artists, through intimate portrayals.
From rare portraits of celebrated figures to new commissions, discover connections that have shaped British art and new perspectives on artistic circles, from the Bloomsbury Group to the Young British Artists.

Quiz Night at The Hole in the Wall
2025-05-18 19:30, 2025-05-25 19:30 | The Hole in the Wall, 1 St Martins Street, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1NP
Join The Hole in the Wall every Sunday* for their Quiz Night.
Fantastic prizes to be won for 1st and 2nd place winners.
£2 entry per person.
From 7.30pm.
Call or pop in to book your table.
*except Bank Holidays.

Monday Reading Club at Chichester Library
2025-05-19 16:30 - 17:30 | 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.

QuizSing at The Chantry
2025-05-19 19:30, 2025-05-26 19:30 | The Chantry, 27-28 South Street, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1ES
Join The Chantry every Monday from 7:30-9:30 for their quiz which then goes straight into karaoke till midnight!

Jam Night at The Hole in the Wall
2025-05-20 20:00, 2025-05-27 20:00 | The Hole in the Wall, 1 St Martins Street, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1NP
Join The Hole in the Wall every Tuesday for their weekly Live Band Jam Night.
All styles welcome.

Games Night at Rocking Horse
2025-05-21 18:00, 2025-05-28 18:00 | The Rocking Horse, 30B Southgate, Chichester, PO19 1DT
Join the Rocking Horse every Wednesday for their weekly Games Night.

Weekly Run Club at The Run Company
2025-05-21 18:00, 2025-05-28 18:00 | The Run Company, 13 The Hornet, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 7JL
Join The Run Company every Wednesday for their weekly run club!
No need to book just turn up.

The Music Social at Jam Cafe
2025-05-21 19:00 - 20:30 | JAM Cafe, 33 Southgate, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1DP
Led by the wonderful Anna from Waves Music Therapy. Come make some music in a safe and inclusive environment.

Quiz Night at The George and Dragon Inn
2025-05-21 20:00 | The George and Dragon Inn, 51 North Street, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1NQ, United Kingdom
Join the George and Dragon for their weekly Quiz Night.
Every Wednesday.
From 8pm.

Open Mic Night at Havana
2025-05-21 20:00 | The Havana, 3 Little London, Chichester, PO19 1PH
Join Havana every Wednesday for their Open Mic Night with Toby Bain.

Knit and Natter at Chichester Library
2025-05-22 10:00 - 11:30 | Chichester Library, Tower Street, Chichester, West Sussex, PO191QJ
Drop in for a session of knitting and nattering, every Thursday 10.00 – 11.30am.
Please contact Chichester Library for more details.
Find out more about attending a Knit and Natter session.

Open Mic Night at Trents
2025-05-22 19:00 - 22:00 | Trents, 50 South Street, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1DS
Join Trents every Thursday 7.00-10.00pm for their weekly Open Mic Night with Adam Ede.
All abilities welcome, no pre-booking. Just turn up, put your name down and play!

Traditional Ginger Beer and Fermented Lemonade Workshop at Refilled
2025-05-22 19:30 - 21:00 | Refilled, 30 North Street, Chichester, PO19 1LX, United Kingdom
Whoever signs up for this workshop will be fizzing to discover it offers not one but two yummy non-alcoholic drinks to kick your summers off with a scrumptious pop! Together we’ll make a ginger bug for you to nurture at home (don’t worry though, we’ll demonstrate the whole ginger beer process for you to see) and start off your lemonade together as well as indulging in a glass or two with some Refilled snacks.
Gluten free, vegan, fermented elements
What’s included?
A glass or two or ginger beer and lemonade
All necessary ingredients to make your drinks
Recipe to take home
Hands-on experience within a community
What do I need to bring?
A small jar for your ginger bug and a medium sized jar for your lemonade
This workshop costs £20 and can be booked here.

Quiz Night at the Old Cross
2025-05-22 20:00 | Old Cross Pub, North Street, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1LP
Join the Old Cross for their ever popular Quiz Night every Thursday from 8pm hosted by the fabulous Ross Presto.
Max 6 per team, £1 per person entry.
Win Cash and other prizes!
Tables are in high demand so book early! Call 01243 536290 to book!

Craft Club at Jam Cafe
2025-05-24 | JAM Cafe, 33 Southgate, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1DP
Join Jam Cafe every Saturday for their weekly Craft Club.
Each week they will be making a variety of crafts from painting to collage to badges, the options are endless.
There are 2 drop in sessions –
10:30am-12:00pm
1:00pm-3:00pm
Cost – From £5.00, depending on activity and you can book your space here.

Sweaty Betty Weekly Run Club
2025-05-24 09:00 | Sweaty Betty, 51a South Street, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1DS, United Kingdom
Join the Sweaty Betty run club every Saturday at 9am.
All abilities welcome.
Meet at 9am at Sweaty Betty, Chichester for 45 minutes.

Board Games for Families at Chichester Library
2025-05-24 09:00 - 16:00 | Chichester Library, Tower Street, Chichester, West Sussex, PO191QJ
Drop in to play board games with other families every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month, 9.00am-4.00pm.
Please contact Chichester Library for more details.

Chichester 950 | Screen on the Green
2025-05-25 16:00 | Chichester Cathedral Green, West Street, Chichester, West Sussex
Join us on the Cathedral Green for a FREE screening of West Side Story and I Confess.
Presented by Chichester Cinema, with support from Chichester City Council and Chichester BID to celebrate our 950th anniversary and the 60th anniversary of Leonard Bernstein’s Chichester Psalms.
Chichester Cinema, with support from Chichester City Council and Chichester BID, presents a FREE outdoor cinema event celebrating Chichester Cathedral’s 950th anniversary and the 60th anniversary of Leonard Bernstein’s Chichester Psalms.
Held on Sunday 25th May on the Cathedral Green in West Street, the event will feature screenings of:
West Side Story (1961) at 4.15pm – featuring Bernstein’s iconic score
I Confess (1952) at 7.15pm – Alfred Hitchcock’s thriller
All set against the stunning backdrop of the ancient Cathedral, the evening promises a wonderful blend of cultural celebration and community spirit.

Magical Map Making Workshop - May Wild City Craft Club at The Duke & Rye
2025-05-28 19:00 - 21:00 | The Duke & Rye, West Street, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1QU
Come on a magical map making journey this May! We’ll be using mixed media and experimenting with map folding techniques to create something unique to you. All materials are provided, and everyone is welcome. Discover the magic of play-based learning, where nature and art come together in a relaxed, people-focused environment. Refreshments are available from the bar throughout the session and all Wild City customers get 20% off alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks all night!

Venue: The Duke & Rye, West Street, Chichester, PO19 1QU

Join our monthly play based workshops to explore your creativity and get your imagination fired up! These sessions are suitable for complete beginners or more experienced artists looking to explore nature based art. Each month features a different theme with a variety of interesting materials for you to experiment with. Wild City aims to bring communities together, providing a friendly atmosphere where you have the freedom and support to make something to be proud of.
This workshop costs £20 and can be booked here.
