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About the
Chichester Real Ale and Jazz summer music festival
Fundraising for local sports facilities
The Chichester RAJF organisation is a charitable fundraising arm of Chichester Priory Park Cricket and Hockey Club, which has been based in the Priory Park for over 150 years.
A small army of volunteers
Both the organising committee of a dozen or so club members and the army of helpers are volunteers. We employ professional caterers, security staff and stage and sound crew, but all the people you see manning the gate, running the bars, collecting and washing up glasses are volunteers, raising funds and giving our customers a great time.
A Major Undertaking
RAJF has evolved from modest beginnings into a major undertaking with a turnover of around £250,000. The costs of erecting and equipping our tents and stage each year are considerable. We comply with the many regulations that apply to public events and work closely with the District Council and Sussex Police, and pay substantial dues to the Performing Rights Society in respect of the music that you enjoy. We try hard to minimise the impact of four days of music on local residents and particularly ask our customers to be quiet and orderly after leaving the event.
Where the Money Goes
Over the past 25 years we’ve raised over £300,000 to help the development of cricket, hockey and sports facilities in and around Chichester as well as other local good causes.
The bulk of this money has gone into helping to fund new sports facilities such as the Astroturf pitches at Chichester High Schools, University College, Chichester and Chichester Technical College, the sports hall at Bishop Luffa School and the cricket nets in Priory Park.
In addition RAJF helps to fund professional coaches as the club, in the face of reduced sports provision in schools, has taken on responsibility for teaching cricket and hockey skills to hundreds of local youngsters.
Are You Interested in Helping?
If you would like to join the team of unpaid volunteer helpers who combine to make Chichester RAJF such a special summer event, then please contact us.
Chichester Hockey Club
Chicheter Priory Park Hockey Club plays to a high standard, with 11 mens teams and 5 womens team playing each Saturday. We also have an extensive programme of junior hockey.
New members, whether playing, coaching or supporting are always welcome. More information on the Chichester Hockey Club website.
Chichester Men’s 1st X1, Sussex Cup Winners 2009
Chichester Men’s Vets, Sussex Vets Cup Winners 2009
Chichester Ladies 1st XI, EHA Trophy Cup Winners 2009
Chichester Priory Park Cricket Club
The Cricket Club were 2005 Sussex League Champions, run three sides and have an extensive programme of junior cricket. For more information please visit
the cricket club’s website
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