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SUMMARY:Event A01: Silent Art Auction
DESCRIPTION:Discover inspiring artworks at The Silent Art Auction this June in the cafe bar at New Park Centre. Generously donated by renowned local artists\, pieces will be exhibited throughout June\, before a public\, silent bidding process. All proceeds go towards the Raise the Roof campaign to replace the Victorian roof. \nFor decades\, New Park Centre has provided free exhibition space for local artists to showcase their work. This special Silent Art Auction is one of several events planned for 2026 where the community can to help raise funds to replace the Victorian roof of one of the city’s most beloved venues. Total roof cost £470\,000. Total pledges to date £213\,500 (plus designated reserves £150\,000 ‘roof repair fund’). Works are being carried out over three years (2025-2027) so the Centre can remain open. \nNew Park Centre is managed by registered charity\, New Park Community & Arts Association.
URL:https://festivalofchichester.co.uk/event/event-a01-silent-art-auction/
LOCATION:New Park Centre\, Chichester\, New Park Rd\, Chichester\, West Sussex\, PO19 7XY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Art & Craft
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SUMMARY:Event C01: Elmer and Friends: The Colourful World of David McKee
DESCRIPTION:Step into the vibrant world of David McKee’s much-loved picture books at ‘Elmer and Friends: The Colourful World of David McKee’ at The Novium Museum throughout the Festival of Chichester and from 18th April to 13th September. \nThis exhibition – brought to you by Seven Stories\, the UK’s National Centre for Children’s Books – brings the late author and illustrator’s family favourites to life with original illustrations and multi-sensory\, interactive displays. \nWith Elmer at the centre\, the exhibition features characters from more of McKee’s best-known stories\, including Not Now\, Bernard\, King Rollo and Mr Benn. \nIdeal for families\, but there’s plenty for grown-ups to enjoy too\, thanks to the intergenerational appeal of McKee’s books.
URL:https://festivalofchichester.co.uk/event/event-c01-elmer-and-friends-the-colourful-world-of-david-mckee/
LOCATION:Novium Museum\, Chichester\, Tower St\, Chichester\, West Sussex\, PO19 1QH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children
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SUMMARY:Event C02: Priory Park Society Mini Festival
DESCRIPTION:For the first time\, The Festival of Chichester will be preceded by a mini-festival week of events in Priory Park\, celebrating the history and the importance of Chichester’s ‘Village Green’ today. Organised by the Priory Park Society\, the mini festival runs from Monday 8th until Sunday 14th June. \nMonday 8th June \n\n11am: Talk – History of the Park post-Reformation – Alan Green\n2pm: Walls Walk – Anne Scicluna\n\nTuesday 9th June \n\n11am: Talk – History of the Park pre-Reformation – Richard Childs\n\nWednesday 10th June \n\n11am: Talk – Cricket in the Park – Bruce Ruddock\n\nThursday 11th June \n\n11am: Talk- Archaeology of the Park – James Kenny\n\nFriday 12th June \n\n11am: Panel discussion on the future of Park – chaired by Martyn Bell\n3pm: Sung Evensong\n5pm: Showing of PP100 film – Richard Plowman\n7pm: Last night at the Proms – Chichester City Band\n\nSaturday 13th June \n\nBowls Club Open Day – James Neilson\nGirls Cricket Match – Bruce Ruddock\n\nSunday 14th June \n\nRe-enactment: Civil War 1642 Siege of Chichester – Richard Plowman
URL:https://festivalofchichester.co.uk/event/event-c02-priory-park-society-mini-festival/
LOCATION:Guildhall\, Chichester\, Priory Rd\, Chichester\, West Sussex\, PO19 1NS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Event W01: Photography workshop with Simon King
DESCRIPTION:Join professional photographer\, Simon King\, for a location-based photography workshop. \nDuring a walking trip around Chichester\, you will learn about framing\, exposure and other photography skills\, from photographing architecture to street photography. Bring your own camera or smartphone. \nSuitable for all levels of experience.
URL:https://festivalofchichester.co.uk/event/event-w01-photography-workshop-with-simon-king/
LOCATION:Assembly Room at the Council House\, Chichester\, The Council House\, North St\, Chichester\, West Sussex\, PO19 1LQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ben Williams":MAILTO:benwilliams303@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Event SW01: Transformations: Ian McEwan At The Movies
DESCRIPTION:In the first of two events for the Festival of Chichester\, both of which are linked to productions at Chichester Festival Theatre\, this talk explores the many screen adaptations of the work of novelist Ian McEwan \nIan McEwan is Britain’s pre-eminent literary novelist\, with 18 best-sellers and numerous prizes to his name. Less well-known is McEwan’s film and screenwriting work\, from BBC dramas like The Ploughman’s Lunch (1983) to the Academy Award blockbuster Atonement (2007) and screen adaptations of his more recent books. Often his stories pivot on a moment of crisis when something shocking collides with daily reality\, raising profound moral and existential questions. Always fascinating\, often challenging\, but do they make for great cinema? In this talk\, Nick Johnston-Jones reviews Ian McEwan’s 40 years of screen work alongside his burgeoning literary output\, illustrated with a range of clips. It considers his fascination with dark and taboo material in early films such as The Comfort of Strangers (1990) and The Cement Garden (1993)\, to the scientific and political issues explored in later titles like The Child in Time (2017) or Enduring Love (2004). \nThe film version of Atonement will screen after the Talk at 13.00.\nAs companion pieces\, the cinema will also be screening McEwan’s Enduring Love on June 20 at 13.00 and On Chesil Beach on June 27 at 13.00. \nThe stage version of Atonement runs from 29 May to 20 June at Chichester Festival Theatre.
URL:https://festivalofchichester.co.uk/event/event-sw01-transformations-ian-mcewan-at-the-movies/
LOCATION:Chichester Cinema at New Park\, New Park Road\, Chichester\, West Sussex\, PO19 7XY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Spoken word
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SUMMARY:Event WT01: Chichester Harbour Boat Trips
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the beauty\, wildlife and tranquillity of Chichester Harbour on a trip aboard our solar-powered boat\, Solar Heritage. \nGlide across the water and enjoy stunning panoramic harbour views. Trips include seal safaris\, harbour discovery tours\, art workshops\, history trips\, and sunset sailings.
URL:https://festivalofchichester.co.uk/event/event-wt01-chichester-harbour-boat-trips/
LOCATION:Itchenor Harbour\, Harbour Office\, Itchenor\, PO20 7AW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Walk or tour
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chichester Harbour Conservancy":MAILTO:activities@conservancy.co.uk
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SUMMARY:Event M01: Tesoro Duo - 100 Years of the Musicals
DESCRIPTION:Festival regulars Tesoro Duo return in 2026\, accompanied by the Fine Voice Choir\, to bring you an enchanting performance of songs from the past 100 years of the musicals. Les Miserables\, Phantom of the Opera\, Mamma Mia\, Oklahoma\, Evita\, Cabaret\, The Sound of Music and many more.
URL:https://festivalofchichester.co.uk/event/event-m01-tesoro-duo-100-years-of-the-musicals/
LOCATION:Chichester City Arts Centre\, Chichester City Arts Centre\, Mount Lane\, Chichester\, PO19 3DQ\, Chichester\, West Sussex\, PO19 3DQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Event M02: An Evening of Song
DESCRIPTION:Featuring the vocal talents of Stephanie Peat (mezzo-soprano)\, Rebecca Grove (soprano) and Charlie Wood (tenor)\, accompanied by Peter Allwood. The trio has sung together for many years and presents a wonderful mix of classical and contemporary music.
URL:https://festivalofchichester.co.uk/event/event-m02-an-evening-of-song/
LOCATION:Regis School of Music\, 46 Sudley Rd\, Bognor Regis\, West Sussex\, PO21 1ER\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Event M03: WemsFest: Tarran
DESCRIPTION:Exhilarating contemporary Glasgow-based folk quartet Tarran uses fiddle\, bodhran\, whistles\, harp\, and keyboards to combine elements of funk\, blues\, and contemporary rhythm and give a lively and innovative twist on traditional music. ‘A thumping show\, such talented young artists’ – Celtic Music Radio. Suitable for all ages. \nOnstage 8pm (doors 7.30pm).
URL:https://festivalofchichester.co.uk/event/event-m03-wemsfest-tarran/
LOCATION:The Old Malthouse (Chidham Village Hall)\, Main Road\, Chidham\, West Sussex\, PO18 8TP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music
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