# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Chichester City Council’s 39th Annual Awards & Freedom of the City
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 20 Mar, 2026 at 10:30 am – Fri, 20 Mar, 2026 at 11:30 am
- **Event Description**: Join us for the 39th Annual Awards and Freedom of the City Ceremony, taking place at the Chichester Festival Theatre on Friday 20 March 2026 at 10:30am. Admission is free, and all are warmly invited to celebrate the people and organisations who make Chichester exceptional.This year, the City Council is proud to grant the Freedom of the City upon Jess Breach, one of England’s most outstanding rugby talents and a true Chichester success story.Jess Breach, born in Chichester in 1997, rose rapidly through rugby from childhood to become one of England’s most prolific international players, delivering a record‑breaking debut in 2017 and achieving more than 50 caps and victories by 2025. Despite her global success, she remains strongly connected to her hometown, actively supporting Chichester Rugby Club and inspiring hundreds of young players, particularly girls through coaching, fundraising and community engagement.The Annual Awards will also shine a light on Chichester’s rich heritage and vibrant community spirit. This year, four Blue Plaques will be unveiled, three of which celebrate remarkable women who have shaped the city’s history: Charlotte Turner Smith, the influential poet and novelist; Margery Wilkinson, a dedicated activist; and Queen Elizabeth I, who visited Chichester in 1591 during one of her most significant royal progresses. The fourth plaque will honour James Bennet Freeland, whose vision and generosity led to the creation of Oaklands Park, a much‑loved green space at the heart of the city.A Civic Award will be presented to Julie Sandall, who runs Julie’s Kiosk in Florence Park. The café hosts a community foodbank, redistributing surplus items from local food charities to those who need them most.Further awards include:Art and Science Award – Chichester Creative Art Creative NetworkCommunity Award – Creative Beatz and Jam CaféSmall Business Award – Ghost at the FeastWe look forward to welcoming residents, guests and supporters to this special occasion as we celebrate excellence, service and the enduring spirit of Chichester.Use this link to book your free ticket: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/chichestercitycouncil/2043036
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chichester/chichester-city-council’s-39th-annual-awards-and-freedom-of-the-city-tickets/80002142504232
- **Event Categories**: sports, art, charities, literary-art, nonprofit, festivals
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Chichester
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Chichester Festival Theatre
- **lat**: 50.84289099999999
- **long**: -0.7772715
- **full address**: Chichester Festival Theatre, Festival Theatre, Oaklands Way, Chichester PO19 6AP, United Kingdom, Chichester

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Chichester City Council’s 39th Annual Awards & Freedom of the City being held?
  - **A:** Chichester City Council’s 39th Annual Awards & Freedom of the City takes place on Fri, 20 Mar, 2026 at 10:30 am to Fri, 20 Mar, 2026 at 11:30 am at Chichester Festival Theatre, Festival Theatre, Oaklands Way, Chichester PO19 6AP, United Kingdom, Chichester.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Chichester City Council’s 39th Annual Awards & Freedom of the City?
  - **A:** Chichester City Council’s 39th Annual Awards & Freedom of the City is organized by Chichester City Council.

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