Events

When the Goodwood Festival of Speed arrives, Chichester transforms into a paradise for motorheads and car enthusiasts. With more than 300,000 visitors attending over four incredible days, the city truly comes alive with the spirit of motorsport. Purchases Bar & Restaurant will be open throughout the festival, serving: • Lunch from 12pm • Dinner from 5pm Our garden will be open all day, offering drinks and light bites, the perfect place to relax after a day at the festival. We strongly recommend booking your dinner table as early as possible, as spaces are filling quickly. Please note that we won’t be taking reservations for drinks only. And when the gates close at Goodwood, the celebrations don’t have to stop, join us to keep the festival spirit going into the evening.

The Biggest Racing Week at Goodwood One of the most exciting weeks in the racing calendar is almost here. For five spectacular days, Goodwood Racecourse will welcome some of the finest racehorses in the world, along with thousands of racegoers all hoping for their moment of fortune. When the racing finishes for the day, the celebrations continue in Chichester, and Purchases Bar & Restaurant becomes the perfect place to keep the atmosphere going. Whether you're celebrating a big win or simply soaking up the energy of the week, join us for great drinks, great food and a fantastic evening. Our kitchen will be open every night, ready to welcome you with the food, service and wine that Purchases is known for. It’s the ideal spot to unwind after a day at the races and enjoy a lively yet relaxed evening. You can also enjoy drinks throughout the evening in a variety of spaces. From our beautiful courtyard garden, to our vibrant bar area, or even table service on the High Street for those who want to sit back and watch the buzz of the city during race week. Please note that we do not take reservations for drinks, so simply […]

While we’re still busy planning our New Year’s Eve extravaganza, be sure to keep Purchases in the back of your mind when making your end-of-year plans. Our team is currently working behind the scenes to create another unforgettable celebration to welcome the New Year in style. From great food and flowing drinks to a fantastic atmosphere, it’s set to be a night worth looking forward to. We’ll be opening our booking diary as soon as all the final details are confirmed, so keep an eye on our page for updates. Once reservations go live, spaces are expected to fill quickly. Make sure Purchases is on your radar for New Year’s Eve, we can’t wait to celebrate with you.