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Chichester

Chichester is an historic cathedral city in and the county town of West Sussex, within the historic County of Sussex, South-East England. It has a long history as a settlement; its Roman past and its subsequent importance in Anglo-Saxon times are only its beginnings. It is the seat of a bishopric, with a 12th century cathedral, and is home to some of the oldest churches and buildings in Great Britain. It has a population of about 24,000.

Chichester today is a local government stronghold, with three levels of government being administered there. Namely West Sussex County Council, Chichester District Council and Chichester City Council (given the status of a self-governing parish by the Local Government Act 1974). It is also a transport hub, and the centre for culture in the region, with a Festival theatre and two art galleries. Nearby Chichester Harbour, together with the South Downs and the city walls, provide opportunities for outdoor pursuits.

www.chichestercity.gov.uk/Home%20Page.htm

attached polygon drawn from OS Explorer Map (1:25 000) Sheet 120: Chichester

Wikipedia article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chichester

Recent city comments:

  • The Orchard Tea Rooms, ash (guest) wrote 11 years ago:
    a lovely tea room, now under new ownership, you can even request your tea in vintage crockery!
  • The Prebendal School, Broomwicks wrote 14 years ago:
    Photo removed: Wrong Prebendal School, I'm afraid. The one pictured was actually the Prebendal School in Thame, Oxon. Thanks.
  • Wests Bar, Teresa wrote 15 years ago:
    Since this is no longer a church, I have removed the category of 'church'.
  • Former All Saints' Church, Teresa wrote 15 years ago:
    If this building is no longer a church, you should not tag it as such, nor should you put 'church' as a category.
  • The Buttery at the Crypt, bruwhit wrote 15 years ago:
    Great snack here. Much appreciated by the boys from www.wiredred.co.uk
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