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Things to do in Chichester, England: The Best Sights & Landmarks
Chichester (/ˈtʃɪtʃɪstər/) is a cathedral city in West Sussex, in South-East England. It is the only city in West Sussex and is its county town. It has a long history as a settlement from Roman times and was important in Anglo-Saxon times. It is the seat of the Church of England Diocese of Chichester, with a 12th-century cathedral.
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1. New Park Community & Arts Association
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5.0 based on 18 reviews
Charity run Community Centre in the heart of Chichester,next to the beautiful Jubilee Park. Halls, specialist martial arts Dojo's and meeting rooms to hire for events, special occasions, arts, sports and community activities. On site cafe bar offering a selection of wines, beers, cold/hot drinks and snacks. Please contact us to find out more about an activity or to enquire about hiring a hall.
2. Goodwood House
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4.5 based on 348 reviews
Nestled in the spectacular Sussex countryside, surrounded by mature parklands, and home to the Dukes of Richmond for centuries, Goodwood House combines the glamour of a great English country house with the warmth of a family home. With an outstanding collection of art on display, the House is open to visitors from March to October.
Reviewed By kathycN4618PO
For one of my 70th birthday treats I invited seven special girlfriends to Goodwood House tour and afternoon tea. The House, built in 1600s, now refurbished in the Regency style, is set in beautiful surroundings and is the seat of the Earl of Richmond. We were greeted with the warmth of open log fires and friendly doorman, reception staff and Louise our tour guide. Her knowledge of the House, its architecture and detail of the state apartments was very well presented, her enthusiasm of the Art collection, including two Canalettos and George Stubbs favouring the Charlton Hunt, furniture and French porcelains housed in the Card Room gave us all a wonderful, leisurely informative tour. An amazing Tea was taken in the Ballroom served by friendly waiting staff, the selection of freshly made sandwiches, sumptuous delicate cakes and pastries with scones, clotted cream and jam all washed down with our own choice of selected teas made for an unhurried, pleasurable afternoon. Thank you Goodwood House for such a beautiful time.
3. Chichester Cathedral
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4.5 based on 2,075 reviews
This magnificent Cathedral has stood at the centre of Chichester for over 900 years. With unique architecture from each century of its life, this Cathedral is both ancient and modern, where original medieval features sit alongside world famous contemporary artworks. Chichester Cathedral is open every day from 10.00am - 4.00pm. We have made a number of changes to ensure that you can visit our historic site safely. Measures in place to limit the spread of COVID-19 include the provision of hand sanitiser stations, an enhanced cleaning regime and all Cathedral staff and volunteers will be wearing face masks. We are also delivering a revised schedule of services. Further details about attending for public worship can be found on our website.
Reviewed By Didydoo - Upper Slaughter, United Kingdom
We were really warmly welcomed upon arrival and spent a delightful hour looking at the varied monuments, sculptures and artwork. A balance of ancient and modern, the Cathedral displays magnificent stained glass windows (one designed by Chagall) as well as modern tapestries and a lovely Bronze of Christ emerging from the tomb. Cafe is well run and there is a cheerful atmosphere everywhere.
4. Goodwood Breakfast Club
5. Boxgrove Priory
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4.5 based on 57 reviews
Reviewed By julianfreeman50 - East Sussex, United Kingdom
If you have time for a diversion this'll be worthwhile. Truly remarkable mediaeval site, made slightly modern, and be sure to seek the beautiful stained glass window commemorating a US airman who died during the Battle of Britain.
6. Holy Trinity Church
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4.5 based on 106 reviews
Reviewed By Tababb
Such a beautiful church to visit with lots of history lovely location very peaceful atmosphere would recommend a visit there
7. Chichester's Market Cross
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4.5 based on 96 reviews
Reviewed By 227ianc - London, United Kingdom
The historic Chichester Cross, in Gothic Perpendicular style, today is still very much a focal point of the city of Chichester being at the junction of two of the main pedestrianised shopping streets, with people sitting inside and, when we were there, the local Rotary Clubs fundraising for disaster relief for Mozambique. A beautiful and historic building.
8. Chichester City Centre
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4.5 based on 114 reviews
Reviewed By 227ianc - London, United Kingdom
If you stroll around, there are surprises in store. We discovered St John's Church Chichester, opened in 1818 with its triple decker pulpit near where parked, as one of the many historic buildings in the city centre, on this sunny Sunday, including the Chichester Cross and of course the cathedral itself. Lots of shops, cafes and coffee shops, it has a vibrancy that confirms what a high street should be like. The one downside is the empty House of Fraser, but frankly Chichester should be a city of small individual shops, not of department stores. It will be interesting to see what happens with the HofF buildings - there is a real opportunity to do something positive here...
9. Chichester City Walls
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4.0 based on 183 reviews
Reviewed By richarddZ8969KM - Chichester, United Kingdom
A walk on the walls takes you through many aspects of Chichester's rich history from Roman to modern times. Easily accessible and well signed-posted. You do not You do not have to do it all in one go. Indeed. there is much to be said for taking things in stages over the year. My wife and I walked the walls shortly after we moved to Chichester and it helped to introduce us to the many facets of this lovely city.
10. Lordington Lavender
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4.0 based on 63 reviews
