English Heritage sites near Chichester Parish

Boxgrove Priory

BOXGROVE PRIORY

3 miles from Chichester Parish

The guest house and other remains of a Benedictine priory: much of the fine 12th to 14th century monastic church survives as the parish church.

King James's and Landport Gates, Portsmouth

KING JAMES'S AND LANDPORT GATES, PORTSMOUTH

14 miles from Chichester Parish

Two ornamental gateways, once part of Portsmouth's defences. King James's Gate (of 1687) has been moved, but Landport Gate (1760), remains in it's original position.

Southwick Priory

SOUTHWICK PRIORY

14 miles from Chichester Parish

Remains of a wealthy Augustinian priory, originally founded at Portchester: once a famous place of pilgrimage. Only part of the refectory wall survives.

Portchester Castle

PORTCHESTER CASTLE

15 miles from Chichester Parish

Looking for a fun family day out? Visit Portchester Castle in Hampshire, South East England. It provides the perfect setting for a relaxed, fun, historic day out!

Royal Garrison Church, Portsmouth

ROYAL GARRISON CHURCH, PORTSMOUTH

15 miles from Chichester Parish

Royal Garrison Church was built in about 1212 as part of a hospital complex. Although the nave was badly damaged in a 1941 firebomb raid on Portsmouth, the chancel remains roofed and furnished.

Fort Brockhurst

FORT BROCKHURST

16 miles from Chichester Parish

One of a number of forts built in the 1850s and 1860s to protect Portsmouth and its harbour against a French invasion. Largely unaltered, the parade ground, gun ramps and moated keep can be viewed.


Churches in Chichester Parish

Chichester Cathedral

West Street Chichester
(01243) 782595
http://www.chichestercathedral.org.uk

Chichester Cathedral has been at the centre of life in Chichester for nearly 1000 years. Built to the glory of God, the Cathedral is the mother church of the Diocese of Chichester which covers East and West Sussex.

We welcome anyone who wishes to attend our services, as well as visitors who wish to explore this beautiful site. Entry is free and the Cathedral is open every day all year round. Guided tours for small groups run at 11.30am and 2.30pm from Monday to Saturday - tours last about an hour and tickets can be bought on the day from the Cathedral Shop. There are a number of special trails for children of all ages to help them learn and have fun while exploring this wonderful building.

The Cathedral is a fascinating combination of both ancient and modern, where original medieval features sit alongside world famous contemporary artworks. It is renowned for its art, which includes paintings, tapestries, sculptures and stained glass. Contemporary works by acclaimed artists such as John Piper, Graham Sutherland, Marc Chagall and Philip Jackson, complement paintings and carvings from every century since the Cathedral's foundation.

In the Cathedral Shop there's an opportunity to buy distinctive Cathedral souvenirs, unique jewellery created by local designers, Fairtrade gifts, traditional toys and sacred music. There is also a wide selection of books ranging from local interest titles to spirituality.

Check the Cathedral website for a vibrant calendar of events including exhibitions, talks, lectures, lunchtime and evening concerts, many free of charge. You are very welcome to drop in and join one of the daily services, or just wander freely in this extraordinary and atmospheric building.

Immanuel Church

Bishop Luffa School Westgate
01243 968351
http://www.immanuelchichester.com

Immanuel is a friendly family Anglican church. Our main 10:30am service is contemporary in nature, we spend time worshipping in song and listening to interesting relevant talks on the bible. We try to allow space for the Holy Spirit to minister to us.

St George, Whyke

Cleveland Rd Chichester
(01243) 782885
http://www.whyke.info

St George's is an active and friendly parish church serving the eastern part of the city of Chichester. Anyone of any age or background will find a warm welcome in our church family. Our main Sunday act of worship is the 10am Sung Parish Mass, with a lively Sunday school for children. You'll find lots going on at St George's every day of the week. The main doors to the church are almost always open during the day, so please feel free to pop in and explore and pray.

We are currently in an interregnum.  During this period and also due to COIVID-19 restrictions, we are limited to one said mass on Sunday, with private on Wednesdays: please see our website for details.

St Michael (Church Hall)
St Paul's Chichester

Churchside Chichester
(01243) 533403
http://www.stpaulschichester.org

St Paul's is a flourishing church in the heart of Chichester, a worshipping family comprised of all ages, committed to the daily rhythm of prayer and praise through word and sacrament.

We are a large and growing church with a bustling Parish Centre which is well used by the church members and wider community and a popular venue for the annual Chichester Festivities.

Respectful of tradition and alive to change, we gather week in week out to feast at the Eucharist: all are welcome.

St Wilfrid's Church

Durnford Close Chichester
07306884702
http://www.stwilfrids.org

St. Wilfrid's Church is on the Parklands Estate, west of Chichester. Our vision is to know, love and follow Jesus. We are a sacramental Anglo Catholic community by tradition, the heartbeat of which centres around our celebration of the Holy Eucharist. Sundays and Wednesdays provide us with an opportunity to meet together to worship through the beauty of music, Word and Sacrament.

We are an inclusive church that celebrates and welcomes the broad diversity of our society. As it's Priest, Fr Stephen would like to warmly invite anyone who may be seeking a sacred place to call home to join our community. We are currently experiencing a time of growth and great blessing as The Holy spirit is moving amongst us. We have a flourishing youth programme, comprising of a varied age range of children who meet every Sunday. Our Wednesday morning Low Mass is a more traditional service, and serves a very faithful group of more senior members. There is also an opportunity to have a coffee and catch up after each of these services.

St Wilfrid's has strong links to Bishop Luffa school as Fr Stephen is employed by the school as Chaplain. We warmly welcome and encourage potential students to the school and are able to provide an engaging, spiritual journey to entry for both students and their families. In the coming year 2022 we are seeking Gods providence for our church and parish. In all we do we long to know love and follow Jesus. Hope to see you soon!

Fr Stephen Mills


Pubs in Chichester Parish

Bar 54

54, North Street, Chichester, PO19 1NQ

A narrow and long establishment, uniformly dark grey with the bar at the back just before a door opening onto a small, decked outside area. There is further seating upstairs. Unashamedly a cocktail and wine bar; no draught beer is sold, tho...
Barn

Barnfield Drive, Chichester, PO19 7AG
(01243) 785213

Local Harvester restaurant usually selling two real ales with Harveys Sussex seemingly a regular now.
Bell Inn

3 Broyle Road, Chichester, PO19 6AT
(01243) 783388
thebellinnchichester.com/

Cosy and comfortable city local with a traditional ambience enhanced by exposed brickwork, wood panelling and beams. A rear patio garden with covered smoking area is heated by a chiminea in winter. The pub tends to be busiest when the Festi...
Bull

4 Market Road, Chichester, PO19 1JW
(01243) 792432

Situated opposite the market car park at Eastgate, this airy and friendly city local sells up to seven beers, mostly from local microbreweries. The famous O'Hagan's sausages are always available in bar meals or to take away. The landlord's...
Chantry
Chequers
Chichester City Club
Chichester Harbour Hotel
Chichester Inn

38 West Street, Chichester, PO19 1RP
(01243) 783185
chichesterinn.co.uk

Pleasant two-bar pub with a real fire in the front lounge surrounded by comfortable chairs with a mix of seating and table types elsewhere. The larger public bar to the rear features regular live music on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday eve...
Crate & Apple

12 Westgate, Chichester, PO19 3EU
(01243) 539336
crateandapple.co.uk

A modern take on a traditional pub and generally food led with attractive wooden furniture and décor. Locally sourced food with a menu centred on English classics such as liver and bacon, sausage and mash, smoked haddock and poached egg w...
Eastgate

4 The Hornet, Chichester, PO19 7JG
(01243) 774877
eastgatechichester.co.uk

Welcoming town pub with an attractive open-plan bar, a wood-burning stove and tables for diners. Good-quality traditional pub meals are home-cooked and served daily and there are also home made scotch eggs served from the bar. Of the two ch...
Foundry

1 Southgate, Chichester, PO19 8DH
(01243) 931288
whelanspubs.co.uk/whelans-premium/the-fo...

Large open plan sports bar adjacent to the train station and across the road from the central bus station. Typically two changing cask beers are offered.
Fountain

29 South Street, Chichester, PO19 1ES
(01243) 781352

Historic and traditional two bar pub in one of Chichester's main shopping streets, first opened as a pub in 1798 but the interior is no longer original. A Hall and Woodhouse pub serving the Badger range of ale from four hand pulls, the pub...
Four Chesnuts

234 Oving Road, Chichester, PO19 7EJ
(01243) 786855
thefourchesnutschichester.co.uk/

A traditional town hostelry, the Chesnuts has been converted to a single bar but retains distinct drinking areas. The former skittle alley now boasts a pool table. The menu features hearty meals at very reasonable prices served all day. Spo...
George & Dragon

51 North Street, Chichester, PO19 1NQ
(01243) 785660
georgeanddragoninn.co.uk

Popular town pub on the northern edge of the city centre, with a single 'L' shaped bar serving two drinking areas and a conservatory restaurant. At the rear is a decked outdoor area and a converted stables housing ten bed and breakfast room...
Hole in the Wall

1A St Martins Street, Chichester, PO19 1NP
(01243) 788877
theholeinthewall-pub.co.uk/

Though Greene King are the owners, this is NOT a Greene King pub. It is leased to and operated by Big Smoke Brewing Company of Esher, so one of the best pubs in the city for real ale choice. The building is believed to have started life in...
Hope
Hornet Alehouse

23 The Hornet, Chichester, PO19 7JL
(01243) 696387
thehornetalehouse.co.uk

Busy split-level micropub with plenty of standing room at the bar in addition to seating both downstairs and upstairs. The upstairs room has board games as well as hosting quiz nights and monthly 'Meet The Brewer' events. Friendly, knowle...
Muchos Nachos

140 Whyke Road, Chichester, PO19 8HT
(01243) 785009
muchos-nachos.com/

Former Crown Inn, now a Mexican restaurant serving a single real ale.
Nag's Head

3 St. Pancras, Chichester, PO19 7SJ
(01243) 785823

City-centre pub with a sunny patio to the rear. Recently refurbished this pub has a traditional feel but with some stylish modern touches. It has a popular restaurant and offers accommodation too.
No.1 Northgate
Old Cross

65 North Street, Chichester, PO19 1LP
(01243) 536290
greeneking-pubs.co.uk/pubs/west-sussex/o...

Large city-centre pub serving food all day. Popular with diners and a younger crowd in the evening with TVs showing football matches. Beer selection seems to change regularly but often comes from Greene King alongside other national brands...
Park Tavern

11 Priory Road, Chichester, PO19 1NS
(01243) 785057
park-tavern-chichester.co.uk

Popular pub opposite Priory Park. There is a small bar area full of eclectic charm and a larger bar used as a dining area. It a great pub to visit to escape the bustle of the city centre shopping area.
Rainbow

56 St. Paul's Road, Chichester, PO19 3BW
(01243) 783122

A popular Georgian suburban local with a part wood-panelled L-shaped bar and plenty of seating. It is one of only two free houses in the city. The atmosphere is cosy in winter and airy in summer. There is a coal fire at one end and a restau...
Sit & Sip

2A, North Street, Chichester, PO19 1BA
sitandsip.co.uk

A small bar specialising in craft beers and artisan spirits. Although there is no real ale, knowledgeable staff will serve you with craft beers from around the world. There are 10 taps, so always room for local beers as well as a cider. Pad...
Trents

50 South Street, Chichester, PO19 1DS
(01243) 773714
trents-chichester.co.uk

This former hogshead stopped selling real ale when it became Trents. Now under Greene King ownership it has begun selling a single real ale with the installation of an additional handpump planned. It is still a food orientated pub with ou...
Vestry

21-23 South Street, Chichester, PO19 1ES
(01243) 773358
the-vestry.co.uk

Large characterless open plan pub with a mixture of tables & chairs and some comfy sofas. Smoking area at the front entrance.
Wickham Arms

102 Bognor Road, Chichester, PO19 7TW
07780 332578
wickhamarms.co.uk

Fullers pub on the outskirts of Chichester on the Bognor Road.