Crafting the story of Graylingwell Chapel’s Heritage
A master craftsman in all aspects of woodwork, Edward Johnson has been selected to deliver the beautiful items of carpentry that will form the centrepieces of Graylingwell Chapel once open.…
Could your photography be be exhibited at the Novium?
We are looking for local photographers to take part in a competition, the winners of which will have their pictures featured in the Novium museum, as it reopens. CCDT is…
The Novium Museum celebrates the heritage at the heart of Graylingwell
Chichester Community Development Trust (CCDT) is launching an exhibition at The Novium Museum opening following the latest lockdown restrictions being lifted, which will tell the story of Graylingwell Hospital’s important…
A Perfect Patchwork of Organ Pipes
Those following the voyage of Graylingwell Chapel's beautiful organ will be delighted to see these latest images sent from Jugon, in France, where it is being meticulously reconstructed by a…
Building Begins for the Future of Graylingwell Chapel
After many years of fundraising, planning, dreaming and preparing the incredible restoration of Graylingwell Chapel is on the point of progression. Following the completion of architects’ design work, by Adam…
Historic cinema returned to life in Chichester
On Friday 25 October a magic lantern will shine out once more in Chichester, at Roussillon Park's Community Hall. Before the arrival of the cinema in 1896 people were entertained…
Not ‘adieu’ but ‘au revoir’ to the Graylingwell Organ
Graylingwell chapel has stood since 1897, and was served throughout by a beautiful, seemingly custom-made organ that provided music for the staff and patients of Graylingwell Hospital, previously the West…
Press Release: Discovering Brighter Futures for Women in Chichester
Young women and mothers considering self employment in the Chichester region will soon benefit from a positive new campaign to be launched by Chichester Community Development Trust (CCDT), funded by…
Press Release: Historic Mental Health Care Gives Voice to Unique New Work
£1.3m National Lottery grant awarded to Chichester’s fascinating Graylingwell Park Chapel conversion Chichester Community Development Trust (CCDT) has been successful in its bid to receive a National Lottery Heritage Fund…