Chichester Programme for the Diamond Jubilee of 1897

We are very lucky that local historian Ken Green has given us permission to reproduce his collection of historic photos of Westgate and West Street for the delight and education of our residents. Please do not copy these photos for commercial purposes. You will have seen the photo of the gate that was erected for… Continue reading Chichester Programme for the Diamond Jubilee of 1897

Old Maps of Westgate and Chichester 1

Since the launch of the website we have sought to develop our historical archive. Here is a collection of old maps upon which figures Westgate and its surrounding streets in one form or another. 2007 – I know, we are starting with a recent map, but there are no printed Roman maps in existence of… Continue reading Old Maps of Westgate and Chichester 1

The Brewery Field Update – Dec 2015

The Brewery Field is the new community open space that lies at the heart of Orchard Street, Westgate and Parklands. The Westgate Residents’ Association is happy to devote this part of its web space to a joint venture designed to support the creation of the Friends of The Brewery Field, following the successful public meeting… Continue reading The Brewery Field Update – Dec 2015

Historical images

Click on each image for a closer look. The olde West Gate itself? According to the caption, looking down West Street in 1782 from outside the walls, or is it? Historians are of the view that this is in fact Eastgate with the City prison on top, demolished in 1783. The other gates were demolished… Continue reading Historical images

Views of Westgate today

Click on each image for a closer look.  The new lamps Complete with rainbow! (Photo: Clare Blythman)   Thank goodness we can close the street one day a year for the  Westgate Street Party! One of our rare trees Back

Picture Gallery

A pot of gold for Westgate? Fab photo sent in by Clare Blythman: Welcome to the Westgate image gallery. It’s not quite the Pallant House Gallery but there is some art. View here a variety of selections from our collection of old and new Westgate photos. If you want a bigger or full screen view,… Continue reading Picture Gallery

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