Stonepillow

12/06/2026

If you're heading to Sussexfest on Sunday, say hello to Flo and Dean on the Stonepillow stand!

We'll have stones to decorate and colouring-in sheets if all the colour and fun of the day inspires your creativity.

Getting ready for something special…

On Sunday 14 June, the Cathedral Green comes to life for SussexFest, a free, open-air celebration of everything that makes Sussex and Chichester so special.

Whether you stay for half an hour or the whole afternoon, there’s plenty to discover. Expect live performances from local choirs and community groups, hands-on creative activities for all ages, and stalls from brilliant local heritage and cultural organisations.

And of course, plenty of Sussex food and drink to enjoy along the way.
No booking needed. Just come along and be part of it.

Sunday 14 June, 11.00am to 4.00pm
Cathedral Green, Chichester

Learn more about SussexFest: https://www.chichestercathedral.org.uk/events/sussexfest-cathedral-green

12/06/2026

If you're in Bognor today pop into Bonito Lounge for fabulous homemade treats at their bake sale for Stonepillow 💚

🍰✨ The Big Bonito Bake Off is coming! ✨🍰

Join us on Friday 12th June from 9am–3pm for a day of homemade cakes, bakes, treats and sweet creations, all lovingly made by our talented loungers.

Every slice, cupcake and brownie sold will help raise money for StonePillow, an incredible local charity supporting people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness across our community.

Whether you’re popping in for coffee, breakfast, lunch or just a sweet treat, we’d love your support. Bring your appetite, bring your friends, and help us make a difference one bake at a time. 💚

BonitoLounge

09/06/2026

Our Chichester and Bognor Regis Restore charity shops will be closed this afternoon for a staff meeting (Tuesday 9 June).

Both will be open as usual tomorrow, Wednesday 10 June.

Sorry for any inconvenience.

05/06/2026

How important are volunteers to the work of Stonepillow?
🌟Honestly, we'd be lost without you.🌟

Over the course of a year an astounding 16,382 volunteer hours have gone into direct support for people experiencing homelessness as well as our two retail shops, community events and fundraising.

From cooking breakfast in the hubs for people sleeping rough to gathering essential household items for clients moving into their own accommodation, volunteers make a difference every shift they do.

Sorting donations, advocating for our work and raising awareness helps us raise funds to provide vital, sustainable services.

We are in awe of your care, empathy and commitment.
This volunteers' week, and every week, we say thank you 💚

03/06/2026

Do you hear the call of the ocean? 🌊or is it the sound of Greased Lightning ?⚡

Take your pick at Stonepillow's Open Air Cinema this July!
Our afternoon Family film is Moana 2 and our evening Classic film is Grease.

Which one is going to get you up and dancing?

Let us know in the comments ⬇️

Open Air Cinema 🍿
18 July, Chichester College, Westgate fields, PO19 1SB
Tickets: Adult £12, Children £7.50 (includes booking fee)
More info and to book now: https://stonepillow.org.uk/cinema-2026/

28/05/2026

📢Urgently needed: Suncream and aftersun
☀️Can you help keep our clients protected?

The sun has been punishing this week, with unusually high heat and UV levels for this time of year.
For people who are homeless, shelter from the sun can be very hard to find throughout the day. Bad sunburn can be unavoidable.

For those living on a tight budget in temporary or supported accommodation, suncream might feel like a too-expensive luxury.

But in this weather, it is a vital necessity.

We're asking for donations of unopened suncream with an SPF of 30 or 50+, and aftersun to help treat unavoidable sunburn.

If you can help, please drop off your donations at our Restore charity shops in Chichester and Bognor:

Chichester Restore, Unit 3, Plot 27, Terminus Road, Chichester, PO19 8UE
Bognor Restore, 6 High Street, Bognor Regis, PO21 1SR

Thank you 💚

23/05/2026

22/05/2026

Open Air Cinema 🍿
18 July, Chichester College, Westgate fields

Stonepillow and Chichester College present an afternoon and evening of big-screen fun, raising money to prevent homelessness in West Sussex.

Bring your picnic blankets and settle down to enjoy a film on a giant inflatable screen in the grounds of Chichester College. A bar, food vans and snacks stalls will be available on site, including popcorn, obviously!

Family film: Moana 2 - 2pm start
Classic film: Grease - 6pm start (over 16s only)

Tickets: Adult £12, Children £7.50 (including booking fee)
Buy now: https://ow.ly/VMz250Z2Iga