The original idea of a walk up to Nore Folly and through Slindon woods was abandoned because of muddy footpaths and ankle deep puddles. Fortunately, an attractive alternative was close at hand: lambing at Gaston Farm in Slindon. And so our plan B became an A star occasion. It was a beautiful sunny Spring day, … Continue reading Trip to Gaston Farm

CHICHESTER CONCERT: SATURDAY 2 JUNE 7.30PM Musicians and singers will use poetry readings, music and song to explore the refugee experience at a coming event. At In Search of Sanctuary at St Paul’s Parish Centre, accomplished singers, pianists, a violinist, a guitarist, a cellist, a clarinettist and a fiddle player will perform an eclectic range of pieces from classical … Continue reading In Search of Sanctuary

SECURITY TIPS Before you go into battle against the scammers and hackers, find people to go into battle with you. Even just their advice, or having someone to talk to, is valuable. So here is a list:- Computer magazines. They’re a fund of information, and probably have a security section like this one. Computer shops. … Continue reading Staying safe online

An acclaimed film about the unaccompanied child refugees left stranded by the closure of the Calais Jungle will be shown at Sanctuary in Chichester’s first ever AGM. Calais Children: a Case to Answer by award-winning director Sue Clayton follows the young people, many of whom had a legal right to come to the UK, over … Continue reading Child refugee film shares bill with AGM

Our fundraising appeal has got off to a terrific start, with people giving a total of £4,000 (10% of our £40,000 target) in just two months. A big thank you to everyone who has donated! The money has been raised through one-off donations, new regular giving standing orders and sales from Christmas cards. This successful … Continue reading Great start for our fundraising appeal

On 23 March 2018, Sanctuary in Chichester is bringing a powerful drama about the challenges of achieving asylum in the UK to West Sussex. The Bundle is based on the real-life story of Adilah, a lawyer, and her three young children who flee from their abusive home in Chechnya to find safety in Britain. The … Continue reading Play reveals UK asylum maze