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District Dispatch - 5 February 2025
You may remember that over the past two years, we have held some very successful laser light shows during the February half term, at the Canal Basin in Chichester.

Free open-air painting exhibition coming to Chichester!
People can explore the vibrant colours of the Chichester District with a free exhibition of open-air paintings at Chichester Cathedral, from 12 February 2025.

Free laser shows return for fun filled half-term
A series of exciting free laser shows, choreographed to music, will take place in Chichester and Petworth during the half-term holidays, which have been arranged by Chichester District Council.

Free community events to help Chichester District residents develop work-based skills
Residents can boost their skills and receive support to take their next steps towards work thanks to a series of free community events from Chichester District Council's Choose Work team.

District Dispatch - 28 January 2025
I'm pleased to tell you that work to refurbish our play areas in Chichester is progressing really well, and we'll soon be asking for your views on our final plans.

Cancelled Vegan Market this weekend (26 January)
We're sorry to say that the Vegan Market Co has had to make the difficult decision to cancel the Chichester Vegan Market that was due to take place this Sunday 26 January, due to the high winds that are forecast as a result of Storm Eowyn.

Unique Miyawaki-style tree planting project completed in Chichester
A new Miyawaki-style tree plot has been planted in Chichester's Florence Park, as part of a trial to test the success of different planting methods across the Chichester District.

Local LGBTQ+ voices take centre stage in new Chichester exhibition
A new community exhibition celebrating the lives and stories of local LGBTQ+ individuals is opening at The Novium Museum in Chichester, developed in collaboration with Chichester Pride.

Council thanks people for helping to shape its work on climate change
Chichester District Council is thanking the many residents, workers, businesses, groups and organisations who provided their feedback on a range of potential climate change projects, as part of a recent public consultation.

District Dispatch - 21 January 2025
Planting trees benefits our district in so many ways, from improving biodiversity and boosting carbon storage, to enhancing the natural beauty of our local landscape for everybody to enjoy.

Consultation begins to gather people's views on new housing strategy for the Chichester District
Chichester District Council is asking for people's views on the aims and actions proposed for its new Housing, Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy, as part of a public consultation that launched this week and will run until Monday 3 March.

First laser light show coming to Petworth plus exciting new shows announced for Chichester
Two colourful laser light shows will be coming to Petworth House next month for the first time thanks to a collaboration between Chichester District Council and The National Trust.