I attempted to avoid a series of potholes in the Parklands area this morning but only managed to catch a kerb so needed to change a tyre. I was dreading calling out the AA on a bank holiday so set to and in the 10 minutes it took to loosen the nuts and jack the car I had offers of help from five different strangers passing by. A local resident offered a cuppa and eventually a young guy got quite dirty removing the wheel which was beyond my strength levels. Thank you to all who helped and offered. It shows how good people can be and how Chichester has such a great vibe. See also – Reader letter: What do visitors think when they see the state of Sussex? Reader letter: Motorists should turn off engines at Chichester level crossings Reader letter: Chichester ‘is not the popular and attractive destination it was’ To share your views, send letters of no more than 250 words with your name, address and daytime telephone number to letters@chiobserver.co.uk, or post to The Observer, Metro House, Northgate, Chichester, West Sussex, P019 1BE