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Local organisations across the Chichester District are being invited to apply for the transfer of certain buildings and other assets currently owned by the district council, following a wider government plan to shift more power to local communities.

With the summer holidays drawing near, it's the perfect time to highlight some of the exciting events that will be taking place across the district in the coming weeks.

With just days to go before the return of Chichester District Council's popular Summer Street Party and Cross Market & More artisan market on Sunday 6 July shoppers and visitors are being reminded to get the date in their diary.

An award-winning business has come back to its spiritual home at the St James Industrial Estate in Chichester after starting out there 16 years ago.

With the summer holidays just around the corner, many of you across the district may be planning a well-earned break — and if you have a pet at home, you might be thinking about who will care for them while you are away.

Chichester District Council is continuing its support for local businesses in Midhurst with the launch of a new digital marketing campaign. The campaign aims to promote Midhurst as a vibrant destination for shopping, dining, and leisure, and to encourage both residents and visitors to shop locally.

Chichester District Council is inviting residents to attend its first free Men's Health Fair, taking place on Tuesday 15 July at Petworth Park Sports in Petworth.

Leading councillors have agreed to impose a Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) to help reduce anti-social behaviour in Chichester city centre.

Looking after your health has never been more important, and sometimes, just a few small changes can make a big difference to your overall wellbeing. That's where the Chichester Wellbeing programme comes in. This free service is available to adults who live or work in the district and is designed to support people in making healthier lifestyle choices. The goal is to help reduce the risk of serious health conditions such as heart disease, stroke, Type 2 diabetes, and some forms of cancer.

Prepare for a summer of fun as Chichester District Council's popular Summer Street Party and Cross Market & More artisan market returns Sunday 6 July in Chichester city centre, from 10am until 4pm.

This week marks Great Big Green Week, the UK's biggest ever celebration of community action to tackle climate change and to protect nature. From festivals to football matches, litter picks to letter writing, the week encourages as many people as possible to participate in projects that help to care for our environment.

A major new exhibition celebrating one of Chichester's most iconic local brands will open at The Novium Museum on Saturday 12 July 2025.