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Remains of Norman tower that defended Chichester's castle found during archaeological excavation
A recent archaeological dig in Chichester's Priory Park has uncovered the remains of a stone tower — known as a barbican — that was used to defend the city's Norman castle, shining new light on this period of the city's history.

New public toilet facilities in Tower Street, Chichester are now open
New public toilet facilities in Tower Street, Chichester are now open.

District Dispatch - 3 June 2025
We are currently encouraging businesses and community organisations in the district to apply for funding to deliver projects that will support the local economy, businesses and community infrastructure.

Chichester District Council serves injunction following unauthorised works in South Downs National Park
Chichester District Council has served an injunction on a site near Lurgashall, in the South Downs National Park, following unauthorised engineering operations and the presence of caravans on the land.

Frequently Asked Questions - unauthorised engineering works at a site near Lurgashall
We know that you may have questions about the recent unauthorised building work at a site in Lurgashall, and so we have prepared some frequently asked questions that we hope will help.

Consultants appointed to develop options for strategic development sites in the city
Chichester District Council's new regeneration strategy, which aims to transform Chichester city centre over the next 15 years, has reached a key milestone with the appointment of a specialist consultant.

District Dispatch - 28 May 2025
You may remember that last year we ran our 'Let's Talk: Climate Change' consultation to gather people's views on a range of potential climate change projects for the district.

Grants available for community organisations and businesses through new Government funding allocation
Businesses and community organisations in the Chichester District are being invited to apply for funding to deliver projects that will support the local economy, businesses and community infrastructure, before applications close at midnight on Monday 9 June 2025.

Work begins to transform city play areas!
An exciting £800,000 project to refurbish and enhance several council-run play areas in Chichester will begin next month.

New website offers residents free personalised home energy efficiency plan
Residents in the Chichester District who want to make their homes more energy efficient can now access a new website that allows them to develop a free personalised home improvement plan.

Live Roman Re-Enactment Returns for Chichester Roman Week
Chichester Roman Week's most popular event makes a welcome return this May half term, as the live Roman re-enactment takes over Priory Park on Thursday 29 May.

District Dispatch - 20 May 2025
There's plenty to look forward to over the next couple of weeks! Already underway is this year's archaeological dig in Chichester's Priory Park, which will look to uncover more secrets about our city's Norman castle!