Discover Brighton features and reviews

Groundbreaking queer arts show is returning this winter for intimate conversations.  Discover chatted to Andrew Flewitt, podcast creator and author who set up Queer I Am because of his love of queer culture and the...

Positive thought of the day, spring is only 60 days away and with this in mind, One Garden at Stanmer Park are offering some amazing one day horticultural workshops, perfect for those with green fingers wanting to...

This month, Discover chats to artist Poppy Faun who tells us what inspires her art and personal style. Tell us about your art   Being an artist has been in my blood since I can remember, drawing, painting,...

Artist Anon was set up by Mars Miller in 2012, as an online enterprise, in his spare bedroom and has gone from strength to strength. Originally set up after a shopping trip to Brighton for his son’s clothing and...

Tickets for The Brighton Lights are selling fast and the countdown has begun. This inaugural Winter light experience will transform One Garden Brighton into a light-filled wonderland for residents and visitors...

Brighton’s annual winter solstice celebration is set to return later this month and promises to be bigger and better than ever before. Discover caught up with organisers Same Sky to find out more. The biggest yet...

Picture the scene, it’s a cold, dark November evening and I’m wrapped up in a wooly hat and ankle length puffer jacket. It seemed winter had well and truly arrived and with it, the soft pastel coloured hues that...

Shelter Hall is the city’s only seafront food hall, boasting seven kitchens serving a variety of delicious food, two bars and various spaces. The mezzanine floor has outdoor balconies that are perfect for taking in...

Wondering what to do this New Years Eve? Discover caught up with the team behind Our Roots, an LGBTQ+ (and allies) club event and safe space with inclusivity at its heart to find out more  Our Roots is a...

Revenge of the Brighton Panto It’s no secret that I love a bit of campery. Ever since the pandemic Brighton has had a lack of festive entertainment, but fear not, 2023 has this back with added sparkle. I’ll be...

Meet mother and daughter duo Nic and Plum, proprietors of She Said Boutique  Have you had any famous customers? Nic - We have had sooo many celebrities, famous musicians, politicians and actors over the years.  I’ve...

Dominic Hall founded Wines Premier Cru in 2008 after many successful years as the Chief Representative for GVA Worldwide in Beijing and Hong Kong. From humble beginnings, managing only a few client portfolios and...

Christmas is not always a time of love and joy. For some families it’s a time of deep stress and worry especially in the current financial climate. Some simply cannot afford the lavish food and presents, so either...

This two-storey apartment has three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a spacious open-plan kitchen-dining-lounge space. The property is finished to a high standard and is brimming with contemporary design and cosy...

Pinot & Picasso Brighton is painting its way as the next must-try activity in the North Laines that brings people together, mixing their own palette of fun, art and a glass of something delicious.  Pinot &...

Artist Anon brings you urban apparel from the South Coast of England. We only sell Brighton; We are Brighton’s own clothing company, wear our clothing with love and pride four our unique city. We are proud to...

DJ Patch Presents his icons. After an extended hiatus due to some serious health concerns, Miss Jason is back to work, and I went to his lovely Rottingdean home for a cuppa and a catch up ahead of his first night...

Hello, I am Dick Day: a local drag entertainer in Brighton. I love to create happy memories and spread pure joy at my shows by creating a super energetic, silly and freeing space where you can come and let loose…...

One Garden situated in Stanmer Park have a whole array of festive events happening this December with something for the whole family.  With everything from their very first light show, to team dining experiences and...

‘Stop Them Dead’ is the latest in the detective series from UK’s No1 selling, Sussex author Peter James. Kairen Kemp caught up with him for a chat.  How long have you been writing the Roy Grace series?  I started...

The Little Match Girl comes to Brighton Dome next month and ahead of the show, our editor caught up with award winning Director and Choreographer Arthur Pita to discover more about his adaptation of the Hans...

Backstage ahead of the re-opening of Theatre Royal Brighton. Theatre Royal Brighton is a historic Grade II listed Theatre in Brighton. Host to musicals, plays, opera and ballet throughout the year. The venue has a...

The community spirit in Brighton is one of the many things I love about living in the city. With the current cost of living crisis, many families struggle and making small efforts within your part of Brighton and...

The memoir ‘Behind The Shoulder Pads’ is Dame Joan Collins’ most recent of 19 books to date plus newspaper and magazine columns. Our Kairen Kemp has been talking to her ahead of her show of the same name at The...

Brighton born Elli Ingram is an independent artist who found fame in 2013 when she toured Europe with Drum ‘n’ Bass duo, Chase and Status. She featured on their album ‘Brand New Machine’ and off the back of this...

Spooky season is almost upon us and Discover has found some of the best Halloween events so that you can celebrate goth Christmas to the max.  First up is Glamorous Brighton who are hosting a Halloween event to...

A smart hotel provides a home away from home experience with gorgeous design A smart boutique hotel with a focus on great design, comfort and technology.  Located in the heart of Brighton, One Broad Street offers a...

The Joker - The Joker is a favourite since it offers 15 % student discount all year round (with a valid student ID). On Mondays, they even have 2 for 1 Proseccos. Also, in 2017 they were declared winners of the Best...

Ever since I can remember, I’ve absolutely loved roller skating. The magic of gliding along with the wind in my hair brings me so much joy. It gives me a sense of freedom and I wish I could roller skate everywhere...

Brighton Open Air Theatre - Saturday, September 9th, 7pm  Get ready to sashay, strut, and experience the fabulousness of Drag in the Park at Brighton Open Air Theatre. This exciting event promises to be an...

Crawley Pride 2023 took over the city on August 19th so, naturally, I was there to witness the gorgeousness, DJ, and catch up with some fabulous people.  10am the Parade kicks off from Memorial Square. Glitter,...

This month we meet saucy nurse Brandy Bex, NHS hero and all round Glamourpuss. When she’s not prescribing pills and chasing after handsome Doctors, she performs a comedic poetry set on stages across Brighton and...

Discover Brighton is proud to announce that they are now sponsors of The Kairen Kemp Show on Radio Reverb Our executive editor talked to presenter/producer/director Melita Dennett to find out more about the station....

Live Music Venue Closures Each month Discover brings you a hotly debated topic about issues important to the residents of the city.  Why would you move into the centre of Brighton, only to complain about the noise...

James Acaster is a brilliant comedian who is known for his sharp wit and dry humour. Born in Kettering, Northamptonshire in 1985 and grew up in nearby Northampton. He studied music at Northampton College and later...

A great grass roots pride event, only in its second fully operation year in its current format has just wrapped up the 2023 celebrations and I am here to tell you what you missed and why you should consider this...

Harbour Hotel Brighton This sea-facing Victorian icon takes pride of place on Brighton’s world-famous promenade and is within easy walking distance of both piers, just a stone’s throw away from the glorious pebbled...

Hotel Du Vin Brighton This luxury Brighton hotel is nestled in the iconic cobbled alleyways of The Lanes. Once the historic fishing village of Brighthelmstone, today The Lanes are home to designer boutiques,...

Words By Samantha Harman World renowned DJ and producer Honey Dijon Is set to headline the Dance tent on Saturday at Brighton Pride this year. Born and raised in Chicago, Honey is known for her unique blend of house...

Each month Discover features a local person who tickles the fancy of others with their fierce style and personality. For the Pride issue we interviewed Charles Dean, a part time model who also runs a coffee shop in...

Words by Samantha Harman I was invited to review Extravaganza 3 Fringe Benefits and having no preconceptions made my way to Ironworks Studio with some friends to check it out.  The relatively new venue has a strong...

Arcobaleno, the city’s most colourful and vibrant destination for food, drinks, and entertainment, is thrilled to have hit and celebrate an incredible one-year milestone since their official opening. Over the past...

Words by Samantha Harman I kissed a boy, the groundbreaking LGBTQ+ dating show, launched to rapturous applause in May on BBC3 and was hosted by fabulous Minogue sister, Dani. Two of the contestants just happened to...

Words by Kairen Kemp My Instagram feed has been graced for some time with remarkable photographs taken by Malka Spigel-Newman. Her images are brightly coloured, vibrant and always striking. I was warmly welcomed...

Words by Patrick Cawley The UK’s most hotly anticipated pride event is fast approaching, so having attended, performed at, and organised many aspects of the festivities for the past 15 years. I thought I would share...

Brighton i360 to offer even more entertainment with new roller rink on the seafront set to open next week Excitement is building along Brighton Seafront as plans are underway for a brand-new roller rink, which is...

Legends Hotel is a popular LGBTQ hotel located in the heart of Brighton. Renowned for its lively atmosphere, world class drag and cabaret acts,  friendly staff, and excellent facilities, Legends Hotel has become a...

Who doesn’t love a bottomless brunch? It’s the perfect excuse to get dressed up and go day drinking with your friends, but with so many different venues now hosting them , we at Discover towers decided to break it...

Words by Samantha Harman Brighton is a vibrant and exciting city, but there are plenty of great days out to be had beyond its borders. Here are Discover’s recommendations of the best day trips you can take  1....

Phantasma My name is Ben, otherwise known as Phantasma, manager at Legends Bar, Club and Hotel. I predominantly run the nights. As one of Brighton’s leading LGBTQ+ venues, it brings me joy to create a safe space for...

One of the world’s top 10 comedians is back with a brand new live tour of the UK Words by Samantha Harman Russell Howard is set to bring his unique brand of comedy to the iconic venue of The Dome in July, and fans...

Taking House Music To New Heights! Words by Kairen Kemp Lizzie Curious has spun feel-good house music across the world for many years and has come far from her first outing in the back room of a pub. She started her...

Our Editor takes her anxious dog Bear to be groomed at the One Garden Dog Grooming Studio which reaped transformational results for both her and her furry friend. Words by Samantha Harman When my dog was a puppy, he...

Words by Samantha Harman On The Beach Festival is set to take place later this month, and promises to be an unforgettable event for music lovers and festivalgoers alike. The 2023 festival will occur across two...

Creative, bohemian and downright eccentric. Each room is a blend of original artist murals and eclectic style, some with eye-popping sea views over Brighton seafront and the iconic West Pier. Downstairs, you’ll find...

JAKE SHEARS ‘LAST MAN DANCING’ ALBUM, AND ALBUM LAUNCH LIVE SHOWS JUNE 2023 Words by Patrick Cawley Jake Shears is once again taking the world by storm, after releasing his extremely raw and provocative memoir, and...

Word by Samantha Harman The first recorded cocktail was made in 1806, by a New York bartender who created a drink made of spirit, sugar, water and bitters for an editor who proclaimed the beverage to be ‘stimulating...

Read our Exclusive Behind the Scenes Pride Gossip with Patrick Cawley, AKA DJ Patch, Gaydio Presenter and Media Correspondent as he chats to the legendary Kim Woodburn, Michelle from Liberty X and Sugababes Mutya...

Billy Lockett brims with warmth, self-depreciation, positivity and a joy of life as I talk with him from his studio. He’s a remarkable talent who has overcome what would have floored many. Lockett is “a piano man”...