More to Do
Cass Sculpture Foundation
Chichester Cathedral
Fishbourne Roman Palace
Goodwood
Pallant House Gallery
Weald & Downland Open Air Museum
Chichester Cinema at New Park
Shopping in Chichester
From historical landmarks and art galleries to race courses and a National Park, there is something for everyone in Chichester and the surrounding areas.
Browse our links below to see how you can enhance your visit to the Theatre.
Cass Sculpture Foundation 01243 538449
Where else in the world can you see an ever-changing display of 80 new monumental British sculptures, displayed across 26 acres, which are sold throughout the world to fund future commissions?
Chichester Cathedral and The Bishop's Palace Gardens 01243 782595
Chichester’s magnificent Cathedral is over 900 years old with treasures ranging from medieval stone carvings to world-famous twentieth century works of art. Chichester Cathedral also hosts regular concerts, talks and exhibitions. Open every day, with free entry, free guided tours, special trails for children and a superb Cloisters Café and Shop.
Chichester Cinema at New Park and the 21st Chichester International Film Festival 01243 786650
From May through to October and during the 20th Chichester International Film Festival, the cinema will host a number of screenings and events to complement the Festival 2012 productions. Screenings of film or television versions will include two interpretations of Uncle Vanya: Anthony Hopkins’ August (1996) and Uncle Vanya on 42 Street (1994), Heartbreak House (BBC 1977 John Gielgud), Kiss Me, Kate (1953), and Private Lives (BBC 1976 Penelope Keith). Further events and full details will be available in future cinema brochures and online.
Chichester Festivities 01243 785718
Musicians, artists and speakers of national and international repute perform in the magnificent setting of Chichester’s Norman Cathedral. Jazz, talks, drama, comedy, community and family events are often included in eclectic and exciting programmes.
Events this year include Great Legends of Jazz which is taking place on Sunday 24 June at 7.30pm in the Festival Theatre, book tickets for Great Legends of Jazz.
Fishbourne Roman Palace 01243 789829
The remains of a Roman Palace with superb mosaic floors, museum with artefacts and the Collections Discovery Centre as well as gardens planted to their original Roman plan - with guided tours every day, a café and picnic area, car and coach parking.
Goodwood is perhaps the greatest English sporting Estate. Home to horse racing, motor sport, golf, flying, shooting and cricket, it is most famous for its fabulous summer events. Goodwood is open throughout the year to visitors and welcomes all, be it to fulfil sporting passions, make historic discoveries, or simply take an overnight break and enjoy good food in the most sumptuous surroundings.
New Theatre Royal, Portsmouth 02392 649000
In more than a hundred years it has seen every kind of entertainment. Amazing spectacles were staged, storms and shipwrecks, chariot races and flying ballets, technical marvels which opened the eyes of the audience to whole new worlds.Today it offers a varied prorgamme of theatre, music and events.
Oxmarket Centre for Arts 01243 779103
Set in a beautiful thirteenth century building, the Oxmarket brings art to the centre of Chichester. Free entry to view over 150 exhibitions every year.
Pallant House Gallery 01243 774557
Housing one of the most important collections of modern British art in the country, Pallant House Gallery is a unique art gallery in the heart of Chichester. Part modern, part original Queen Anne townhouse, the Gallery boasts a collection containing examples by some of the leading names in twentieth century British art. Open throughout the year, there is also a regular programme of temporary exhibitions, talks, tours and workshops for all ages. A dedicated art bookshop and first-class on-site restaurant round off a visit to this award-winning museum.
The Gallery is holding a special exhibition,The Art of Chichester Festival Theatre: A Celebration from 3 March - 3 June.
Petworth Festival
12 - 28 July Enquiries 01798 343055
Box Office (from 18 May) 01798 344576
A flourishing arts festival which presents the best of classical, jazz and world music, literature, comedy and theatre.
The South East's preier agency promoting a greater understanding of different cultures through global music concerts and workshops.
02392 472700
A performance and participatory venue, home to a 134-seat raked theatre space, studios, a museum, the Oyster Craft & Gift Shop and a café. The Spring (formerly Havant Arts Centre) presents theatre, film, comedy, dance, music (folk, jazz, indie and blues), talks and visual arts.
Weald & Downland Open Air Museum 01243 811348
The Weald and Downland Open Air Museum at Singleton is home to over 45 original rescued historic buildings, reconstructed in the heart of the South Downs National Park. Enjoy the history and tranquillity of rural Sussex, and see the working Shire horses, cattle and traditional breed farm animals.
We are supporting the Drama Theatre and Young People Manifesto. To find out more- http://dramatheatremanifesto.co.uk
