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Bohemia
Roast platters and unrivalled mixology in the heart of the Lanes Our editor visited Bohemia and was blown away by the portion sizes, fell in love with the tiramisu, and marvelled at the wizardry and finesse of some of the finest cocktails in the city. Tucked down...
The PRam Diaries
This month has been brought to you by the lurgy. The kind of bug that turns your baby into a clingy, wheezy, wide-eyed koala who refuses to sleep anywhere except on your actual face. I have had nights so broken that sleep now feels like a rumour people made up to...
Komedia – Ring in 2026
Four ways to celebrate New Year’s Eve at Komedia If there’s one place that knows how to throw a party, it’s Komedia. This New Year’s Eve, Brighton’s favourite live entertainment venue is pulling out all the stops with something for every age, mood and musical...
Looking for a crowd-pleaser this festive season?
Celebrate with ethical gifts & food that give back this winter and spread the happiness. Trying to satisfy everyone during the holidays can feel like a minefield. The Brighton & Hove Food Partnership has been the hub for all thing’s food since 2003, so...
Pull & Pump: A Brighton classic reborn
There’s something deeply satisfying about a pub that remembers what it really is. After a few years of reinvention and experimentation under various names, (most recently The Cauldron), Brighton’s Pull & Pump has returned to its roots – and thank goodness it...
Hot Yoga South
Turning up the heat in Portslade Tucked away on Franklin Road in Portslade, Hot Yoga South is more than just a yoga studio, it’s a warm, welcoming sanctuary where sweat, strength and serenity meet. Founded by Carolyn Jikiemi-Roberts (known affectionately as CJ),...
The Great Christmas Feast
London’s iconic Christmas experience returns after seven sold-out years. Travel back in time to Charles Dickens’ house and witness the moment A Christmas Carol was born. A night of Victorian feasting, live music and spellbinding theatre awaits… Picture the scene,...
Christmas in Brighton: 10 Festive Things To Do
Brighton truly comes alive at Christmas, from cosy igloos on the iconic seafront to the twinkling lights and the smell of mulled wine in the stunning Lanes. There’s an unmistakable mix of creativity and coastal cheer. Whether you’re planning a festive day out, a...
Hot Yoga South
Turning up the heat in Portslade Tucked away on Franklin Road in Portslade, Hot Yoga South is more than just a yoga studio, it’s a warm, welcoming sanctuary where sweat, strength and serenity meet. Founded by Carolyn Jikiemi-Roberts (known affectionately as CJ),...
Elf’s Wonderland at Stanmer House
Step into the magic of the festive season this December with the enchanting Elf’s Wonderland at Stanmer House, nestled in the heart of the beautiful Stanmer Park, Brighton. This year, the historic Georgian manor house is transformed, inviting families and children...
One Garden Brighton: events in December
As December unfolds at One Garden Brighton in Stanmer Park, the garden transforms into a warm and immersive space of seasonal celebration, where shopping, eating and thoughtfully curated events converge to deliver festive inspiration. For visitors looking to...
Resident Music
A truly independent record shop in the North Laine In record shop land, every day is like Christmas if you love spending time browsing the racks, absorbing the vibes, and chatting to the folks behind the counter about what you’ve been listening to, who you’ve been...
Unbothered at Christmas
A Guide to protecting your peace The Christmas season can be a magical time – lights, mulled wine, and the promise of slowing down and celebrating with family and friends. But for many of us, it can also be a whirlwind of social pressure, financial strain and...
What’s it all about, Alfie?
Alfie Ordinary on ten years of drag, The Big Drag Pageant and playing a cow at Christmas. If you’ve been anywhere near Brighton’s cabaret scene in the past decade, you’ll know the name Alfie Ordinary. With his trademark sequins, cheeky grin and larger-than-life...
New Year’s Eve in Brighton 2025
10 Unmissable Ways to Ring in the New Year Brighton really knows how to show up for New Year’s Eve. Whether you’re after dancing till dawn, a relaxed dinner by the sea, or something unique and immersive, the city’s got a great mix for 2025-26. Here are ten...
Hove Christmas Trail
Bringing magic to our streets This December, Hove is set to sparkle a little brighter with the launch of the Hove Christmas Trail, a brand-new festive community initiative designed to bring residents together while shining a spotlight on the area’s independent...
Brisa Tapas & Bar
Christmas cheers Tucked away in Bartholomew Square, Brisa Tapas & Bar brings a festive Spanish breeze to Brighton’s Christmas season and its 2025 celebrations prove it’s certainly no wallflower. From the moment you step through the door, you’re greeted by the...
Hot Rats – Brighton’s basement revival
In a dark Brighton basement only lit by fairylights and the glow of a tape deck, four students strip back their recording process, desperately chasing an authentic sound that’s older than their parents. Introducing Hot Rats, a four-piece BIMM University band based...
Christmas magic at Jules Emporium
Nestled on Brighton’s vibrant New Road in the theatre district, Jules Emporium has established itself as the go-to destination for quirky, unique, handmade items that will delight your loved ones. We caught up with the owner to find out what’s happening this...
Mutations Festival 2025
Lost, found and mutating again On the 7–8 November, Brighton once again became the UK’s capital of underground sound as Mutations Festival 2025 brought nearly 100 different bands/artists to nine grassroots venues across the city. By giving the same stage to the...
What 2026 will bring for Brighton landlords
As 2025 draws to a close, Brighton’s rental market is entering one of the biggest shifts in over a decade. The long-awaited Renters’ Rights Act 2025 (previously the Renters’ Reform Bill) has now received royal assent, and the government has confirmed the first...
Gift ideas
Not sure what to buy this Christmas? We’ve partnered with some of our favourite Brighton and Hove businesses to bring you a curated collection of thoughtful gifts and unforgettable experiences. From locally made treasures to one-of-a-kind activities, our festive...
The North Star
The UK’s First Pub Training Young People with Learning Disabilities - Team Domenica Opens The North Star in Brighton on 19 November On Wednesday 19 November, Brighton-based charity Team Domenica, founded by Baroness Monckton MBE, is set to open The North Star: the...
Female Pioneers of Reggae
THE MUSEUM OF YOUTH CULTURE & HACKNEY SHOWROOM ANNOUNCE FEMALE PIONEERS OF REGGAE A PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION OF 1980s REGGAE CULTURE TOURING THE UK Supported by Arts Council England & the Heritage Fund The Museum Of Youth Culture and Hackney Showroom...
The Legends Of Them
BY SUTARA GAYLE AKA LORNA GEE Supported by Arts Council England Developed with the support of the National Theatre’s Generate programme Written and performed by award-winning reggae star, leading actor and Brixton luminary Sutara Gayle AKA Lorne Gee,...
City of Stars
Local musical theatre choir featured in Marks & Spencer’s nationwide Christmas campaign Brighton, Sussex – City of Stars, a Sussex-based musical theatre choir, is thrilled to announce that several of its talented members have been featured in this year’s Marks...
The Gift
THE OLD MARKET CELEBRATES THE SEASON OF GOODWILL AND GIVING WITH THEIR VERY OWN “GIFT” Brighton and Hove’s much loved, independent and premiere grassroots venue is delighted to announce their brand-new in-house production – The Gift. Running for three weeks from...
Review: The Brighton Imposters Dinner Experience
A Traitors-inspired immersive Christmas party with fine dining, laughter, and festive intrigue. If, like me, you’re utterly obsessed with The Traitors, then this immersive Christmas party experience might just be your dream festive night out. Whether you’re...
Brighton Women Artists
Brighton Women Artists Debut Exhibition: CANcELLEd - Adjust the Focus Brighton Women Artists is delighted to announce its debut exhibition, CANcELLEd : Adjust the Focus, sponsored and hosted by Sussex Innovation at the University of Sussex. The exhibition will run...
From Lips to Liberty
Landmark new exhibition explores Passion, Power & Protest at Brighton Museum & Art Gallery Passion, Power & Protest Opens Saturday 25 October 2025 CENTRAL GALLERY, BRIGHTON MUSEUM & ART GALLERY Free with Brighton Museum admission; members free The...
Brighton Toy and Model Museum
Brighton Toy and Model Museum brightens Trafalgar Street again The Brighton Toy and Model Museum, which is currently lighting up the Trafalgar Street underpass with major regeneration works, can now announce two exciting new developments. In addition to the new...
Lambrini Girls
Fizz, fury and feminism: inside the world of Lambrini Girls There are few bands quite like Lambrini Girls – loud, funny, furiously political and proudly queer. Fronted by vocalist/guitarist Phoebe Lunny and bassist Selin Macieira-Boşgelmez, the Brighton duo have...
Brighton, BIMM and creative resistance
“I want to die with memories, not with dreams.” Brighton’s cultural scene thrives on the back of the young people within the creative industries, the city long being synonymous with celebration and individuality. At odds with an ever-growing array of challenges,...
A whole lot of movement: Quarters
Quarters, the city’s hottest new music venue, picked up on what the Brighton club scene was missing before the rest of us even noticed. With killer lighting and clean-cut sound, it is, at its core, a room built for dancing – carefully and intentionally stripped...
Paper Daisy
Why ‘makers’ fairs’ are thriving in the age of online shopping. There is currently quite a buzz around pop-up art, craft and makers’ fairs, with a growing number of people of all ages discovering the joys of meeting the makers, discovering unique handmade items and...
Q&A with Jessie of Beau Events
We chatted to Jessie, curator of Beau Events, makers’ and artist markets based in central Brighton. Tell us a little about your background, are you an artist yourself? I’ve been creating and making my signature bottle-top artworks for around 10 years now. But my...
The World’s First Completely AI-Written Pantomime
An hilarious, historic theatre event featuring a star-studded cast of local legends and comedy greats! This January, we are setting the stage for a professional pantomime unlike any other — the world’s first professional panto written entirely by Artificial...
Puzzle Bored
Local creative dynamo Mark, owner at Puzzle Bored, is busier than ever this autumn, launching a series of inclusive community sessions designed to bring people together through craft, creativity and connection. From 4 Nov, a six-week series of after-school craft...
Rare Thing
Tucked away in the heart of Brighton, Rare Thing is a jewellery studio like no other – a space where ancient craftsmanship meets contemporary creativity. Opened in November 2022 by jeweller Nattie, the shop is approaching its third anniversary and has fast become...
One Garden Brighton November Events
As autumn sets in and the leaves turn gold and red at Stanmer Park, One Garden Brighton offers a rich programme of events throughout November, with something for all ages. Getting there is simple with a regular Brighton & Hove bus service or ample parking...
Glenda and Rita
Starlets of the silver screen Introduce yourselves to our readers. Rita: Hello there everybody! My name is Rita Herringbone. Glenda: I’m Glenda Swing, but you knew that already. Tell us about your journey from silver screen starlets of a bygone era...
Avora
London’s immersive cocktail experience that’s out of this world Step through the portal and prepare to leave London behind. Hidden on Hackney Road, Avora: A New World Cocktail Experience invites guests to journey into another realm – a glowing, otherworldly...
Jack and the Beanstalk
Bubbles, beans and Brighton magic: Donatello serves up a slice of panto glamour There’s no better way to kick off the festive season than with a little glitter, laughter and a touch of Brighton sparkle. The city’s favourite festive tradition, the Brighton Family...
The Avenue Hove
Festive Christmas parties and Christmas Day at The Avenue Restaurant and Wine in Hove Are you wondering where to take your hard-working team or family this festive season? Look no further. The Avenue, located on Second Avenue in Hove, offers an irresistible...
Sage and fennel sausage rolls
It’s almost Christmas party season and at the Community Kitchen we are ready to celebrate. Our community cookery leader Cat shares one of her favourite party recipes – sage and fennel sausage rolls. Ingredients 1 small fennel bulb, diced 1 small white onion, diced...
Le Petit Chef
A magical culinary adventure with Le Petit Chef, at DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole. If you’re looking for dinner with a difference, Le Petit Chef at the DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole is an experience that dazzles all the senses. This unique,...
Drift @Brighton i360
Sunday roast with West Pier views If, like me, you’re partial to a good Sunday roast with a sea view, Drift beneath Brighton i360 is one to add to your list. The venue recently launched its Sunday roast menu and it’s a delicious addition to the city’s culinary...
Christmas parties in the city
With the festive season almost upon us, you may be wondering where to go to celebrate with colleagues, friends and loved ones before the actual day itself. Read on to find our recommended venues with something sparkly for everyone – from cabaret and karaoke, to a...
Sunday roasts
Brighton is a town of food lovers and Sunday roasts are an essential part of the culinary scene. The city’s appetite and expectations are incredibly high and, in line with this, venues have levelled up with so many delivering (beyond) a roast lover’s wildest...
There’s no perfect time – just start
As the days get shorter and the chill sets in, finding the motivation to move can feel tougher than ever. We tell ourselves we’ll start when it’s warmer, when work slows down, when January arrives and everyone’s chasing resolutions. But here’s the truth: there’s no...
Finding calm in a chaotic world
How to regulate your nervous system In a world that rarely slows down, learning to regulate your nervous system is one of the most powerful forms of self-care you can practise Your nervous system acts like the body’s command centre, constantly scanning for...
The PRam Diaries
Trusting my gut (and other autumn adventures) This month, Bee Adamic learns to listen to her instincts, slow down, and say yes to a little chaos. October has been a month of gut feelings, quite literally. I started an intuition course because apparently...
Come fly with me
Fly Gyrocopter based at Shoreham Airport offers Gyroplane flights that make the perfect gift for Christmas and beyond, we chatted to founder and pilot Lloyd to find out more. When you meet Lloyd, you can tell immediately that he’s happiest in the air. The former...
The changing rental market
What 2026 will bring for Brighton landlords As 2025 draws to a close, Brighton’s rental market is entering a transformative phase. From energy-efficiency targets to the long-anticipated Renters Reform Bill, change is no longer on the horizon, it’s here! For many...
Brighton Open Market
Brighton Open Market Announces Its Best-Ever Christmas Season Five Christmas Markets, 200 Pop-Up Stalls, and a Festive Line-Up of Independent Traders Make This the Christmas Heart and Soul of Brighton Brighton’s beloved Open Market is gearing up for its biggest and...
The Brilliant Brighton Bricks Trail
The Brilliant Brighton Bricks Trail is back in time for the Halloween half term! Keep big and little kids alike busy during the Halloween half term school holidays with the return of the Brilliant Brighton Bricks Trail. Simply spot the 35 hidden Minifigures in...
Newhaven Fort’s Ghostly Tunnels
Dare to explore Newhaven Fort’s ghostly tunnels this Halloween Spine-tingling adventures await at Newhaven Fort this half term, as the historic site embraces its haunted reputation with an exciting programme of Halloween activities, all included with standard...
Artist Anon Brighton
Artist Anon Brighton Brings Homegrown Style to Churchill Square for Christmas From Market Stall to Main Mall: Artist Anon Brighton Realises Dream with Christmas Pop-Up in Churchill Square Homegrown clothing brand, born on the city's festival and craft fair...
Tulley’s Shocktober Fest 2025
Spooky season is here and we were invited to the press night launch of Tulley’s Shocktober Fest 2025 before it opens to the public, whether you’ve been before or never heard of the event, here is all the goss. Europe’s largest scream park definitely is bringing the...
Shepherd’s Delight?
THE IVY LAUNCHES DESSERT EDITION OF ITS ICONIC SHEPHERD’S PIE This October, The Ivy is flipping tradition on its head with the launch of a limited-edition Shepherd’s Pie Dessert - a playful twist on its most iconic dish. Fans of The Ivy’s iconic Shepherd’s pie are...
Community
Brighton and Hove 5K rainbow run
Members of the Rainbow Fun Run recently celebrated its 2025 event, raising an impressive £5,960 for charity. Of this, £5,620 was donated to Allsorts, an LGBT+ youth charity. This year’s run saw over 493 participants and featured special guest Dame Kelly Holmes....
FareShare Sussex & Surrey
FareShare Sussex & Surrey urges volunteers to join biggest Tesco Food Collection yet Volunteers are needed to help smash a 20-tonne food donation record this November, as FareShare Sussex & Surrey launches its latest Tesco Food Collection to support those...
Brighton Women Artists
Brighton Women Artists Debut Exhibition: CANcELLEd - Adjust the Focus Brighton Women Artists is delighted to announce its debut exhibition, CANcELLEd : Adjust the Focus, sponsored and hosted by Sussex Innovation at the University of Sussex. The exhibition will run...
Stop. Swap. Save. Brighton & Hove’s uniform rethink
Stop. Swap. Save. Brighton & Hove’s big uniform rethink starts now Smarter Uniforms launches city-wide campaign to cut school clothing waste, reduce back-to-school costs, and make rehoming school uniform and PE kits the smart, stigma-free choice With...
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