Portfield

Settlement in Sussex Chichester

England

Portfield

St John's Chapel, Chichester The chapel was built in 1813, to a rather austere classical design by James Elmes. It retains many of its original features, including a three decker pulpit and a gallery with box pews (not accessible to the public for safety reasons). It closed for public worship in 1973 and now belongs to the Churches Conservation Trust, which has restored it as an arts venue. On the evening this photo was taken, the Rose Consort of Viols was performing renaissance consort music there. See the chapel&#039;s website here <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.stjohnschapelchichester.co.uk/?page_id=2" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.stjohnschapelchichester.co.uk/?page_id=2">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> .

St John&#039;s was originally a proprietary chapel, one built as a private initiative, but with the intention of holding public Church of England worship there. According to Andrew L Drummond, proprietary chapels flourished during this period &quot;in Belgravia, Bath, and other fashionable resorts. They were extra-parochial [i.e. outside the parish system], and were often run on a commercial basis, supported by pew-rents and sometimes built over wine vaults... An ingratiating preacher, preferably an invalid..., a well-nourished verger, and genteel pew-openers did their best to attract the quality...&quot; (quoted in Wikipedia <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Proprietary_chapel" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Proprietary_chapel">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> ) — St John's Chapel, Chichester Credit: A J Paxton

Portfield is a small village located in the district of Chichester, Sussex, England. Situated approximately 3 miles southeast of the city center, it is bordered by the A27 road to the north, which provides easy access to nearby towns and cities such as Brighton and Hove. The village is nestled in a picturesque countryside setting, surrounded by lush green fields and wooded areas.

Portfield is predominantly residential, with a mix of housing styles ranging from traditional cottages to modern developments. The village has a close-knit community, with a population of around 1,000 people. Amenities in Portfield include a local pub, a village hall, and a primary school, providing convenient facilities for the residents.

The village benefits from its close proximity to Chichester, a historic cathedral city known for its Roman influence and medieval architecture. Chichester offers a wide range of attractions, including the renowned Chichester Festival Theatre, Pallant House Gallery, and the beautiful Chichester Cathedral. Additionally, the city boasts a variety of shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities.

Portfield is also well-connected for transportation, with a regular bus service running through the village, linking it to Chichester and other nearby towns. The Chichester railway station is just a short distance away, providing direct train services to London, Portsmouth, and Southampton.

Overall, Portfield offers a peaceful and scenic setting, while still providing easy access to the amenities and attractions of nearby Chichester.

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St John's Chapel, Chichester

The chapel was built in 1813, to a rather austere classical design by James Elmes. It retains many of its original features, including a three decker pulpit and a gallery with box pews (not accessible to the public for safety reasons). It closed for public worship in 1973 and now belongs to the Churches Conservation Trust, which has restored it as an arts venue. On the evening this photo was taken, the Rose Consort of Viols was performing renaissance consort music there. See the chapel's website here Link

. St John's was originally a proprietary chapel, one built as a private initiative, but with the intention of holding public Church of England worship there. According to Andrew L Drummond, proprietary chapels flourished during this period "in Belgravia, Bath, and other fashionable resorts. They were extra-parochial [i.e. outside the parish system], and were often run on a commercial basis, supported by pew-rents and sometimes built over wine vaults... An ingratiating preacher, preferably an invalid..., a well-nourished verger, and genteel pew-openers did their best to attract the quality..." (quoted in Wikipedia Link

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A J Paxton

Chichester : war memorial, Litten Gardens

Grade II listed war memorial. Architects: Unsworth & Triggs. Full description at this Link

Jim Osley

Heritage Antiques, St Pancreas, Chichester

Jeff Gogarty

Madgwick Lane towards the Goodwood attractions, 2012

The field on the right is now a housing estate.

Robin Webster

Westhampnett Road nearing roundabout

The bus stop and roundabout are named after a nearby hotel, but I am unsure what it was called in 2012.

Robin Webster

Old Boundary Marker on the A285 St Pancras, Chichester

Municipal Boundary Marker called St James's Post and on the south side of the junction of the A285 St Pancras and Westhampnett Road. Chichester parish. At the time it was erected it marked the eastern boundary of Chichester. Grade II Listed details Link

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J Murray

Chichester Cross

Chichester Cross is a Perpendicular market cross in the centre of the city, standing at the intersection of the four principal streets. According to the inscription upon it, this cross was built by Edward Story, Bishop of Chichester from 1477 to 1503. It was built so that the poor people should have somewhere to sell their wares, and as a meeting point. The Market Cross is constructed of Caen stone. The cross' form is octangular, surmounted with pinnacles. Until the start of the nineteenth century the Cross was used as a market-place; but the increased population of the city requiring a more extensive area for that purpose. Grade I listed. Link

PAUL FARMER

St Pancras Church Chichester

PAUL FARMER

Roundhill Picture Palace Caravan

PAUL FARMER

Chichester : Morris dance musicians, East Street

Jim Osley

Chichester : Morris dancers, East Street

Jim Osley

Chichester : Morris dancers, East Street

Jim Osley

Chichester : Morris dance musicians, East Street

Jim Osley

Chichester : barrel organ and operator, East Street

Jim Osley

Chichester Cathedral : candlesticks

Jim Osley

Chichester : High Altar tapestry by John Piper

"Installed in 1966, the Piper Tapestry consists of seven panels each 1 metre wide and 5 metres high and was woven by Pinton Freres at Felletin near Aubusson in France, where a few years earlier the Sutherland tapestry for Coventry Cathedral had been made ..." - Link

Jim Osley