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Discover Brighton features and reviews
Discover Brighton features, reviews, interviews and guides to the city
Your inclusive guide to Brighton and Hove, delivering information through engaging articles, features and reviews. From what’s on and upcoming events to in-depth interviews, the platform celebrates music, culture and arts across the city. Expect expert band, concert and theatre coverage, plus wellbeing insights and local highlights you won’t find elsewhere. We also showcase celebrity interviews alongside grassroots creativity, offering balanced guides for residents and visitors alike. Whether you’re seeking concerts, exhibitions or hidden gems, we keep you informed, inspired and connected to the vibrant Brighton and Hove scene, daily updates. For what’s on events click here.
One Garden Brighton May
May brings longer days, warmer air and a gentle buzz of activity to One Garden Brighton. Whether you’re after a moment of calm, something creative for the kids, or a chance to enjoy good food and music in the fresh...
The In Crowd
Ben Sherman celebrates Mod heritage with a fashion retrospective at Brighton Museum & Art Gallery The British heritage brand presents its archival installation, Ben Sherman: The Decades, alongside Brighton...
Polyamorous Wedding Ceremonies with Jess May
Jess May is a Brighton-based celebrant, host and creator of the Opening Ceremony podcast a soulful series that explores human stories and connections. As a double-award-winning celebrant with more than a decade of...
Jules Emporium – New Road, Brighton
A big happy birthday to Jules Emporium, which marked its second anniversary last month with a lively celebration of free-flowing drinks, live art, and plenty of community spirit. In just two years, this unique...
The PRam Diaries
Diary of a working mum (and accidental boob-flasher). It’s 5:42am and someone’s crying. Could be the baby. Could be me. Hard to say. I’m a working mum of two. My eldest is eight and very into “being right”; my...
Cherry Shakewell / Cooler than you
This month we chat to Cherry Shakewell, Brighton’s burlesque icon, about turning 21 and her fabulous Fringe shows. How did you get into Burlesque? I finished university in the early 2000s and quickly realised I...
Less screen time, more fun experiences
Have you heard about Yuup? Newly launched in Brighton & Hove, this well-established experience company is all about connecting you with exciting things to do around the city – while supporting small, independent...
London Days Out: Khao Bird At Bridget Jones’ flat
Bridget Jones, anti-heroine of the 90s (and beyond) is undoubtedly my favourite fictional character. Her quest to find true love, while attempting to conform to the unachievable beauty standards of that time, won...
From box-dye disaster to cowboy copper glory
We’ve all done it, been bewitched by a supermarket box dye that makes promises it can’t deliver. This was me a few months ago, being just delusional enough to believe I didn’t need a hairdresser to achieve the...
Brighton Girl Awards 2025
We were excited to attend the annual Brighton Girl Awards last month held at vibrant co-working and event space, PLATF9RM in Hove. As proud sponsors of the Fitness Space of the Year category, we were honoured to be...
Ayten Gasson Celebrates 20 Years
Ayten Gasson Celebrates 20 Years with the Launch of Studio Appointments – A Personal, Ethical Shopping Experience Brighton & Hove, UK – 15th April 2025 To mark its 20th anniversary, luxury lingerie brand Ayten...
Isle Of Avalon
Isle Of Avalon Set To Open At 1 Hanningtons Lane Brighton Brighton based fragrance house Isle of Avalon is opening at 1 Hanningtons Lane Brighton. The much-loved brand, which specialises in refillable perfumes,...
RadioReverb 97.2FM Turns 18
Brighton’s first community radio station, RadioReverb 97.2FM, will celebrate its 18th birthday this March. The award-winning station won its 97.2FM licence on 26th March 2007 and now broadcasts across the city of...
Gregory Porter Interview
Acclaimed American Jazz singer songwriter, Gregory Porter received his first Grammy nomination in 2000, for his debut album ‘Water’. In 2013 ‘Liquid Spirit’ received global recognition and bagged him his first...
Managing Your Own Airbnb
So, you’ve got a fantastic property in Brighton, and you’ve decided to turn it into a holiday let. Great choice! With millions of visitors flocking to the city each year, Airbnb can be a goldmine—if done right. At...
25 Years of Hotel Pelirocco
The iconic Hotel Pelirocco celebrates its 25th anniversary this year. We chat to Marko, the longstanding hotel GM who regaled us with some tales… I started working at a faded old chintzy B&B, back then called...
Micro-Learning
Instead of scrolling, why don’t you learn something? We all do it. Doom scroll on social media night after night, laughing (or crying) over cute animal videos, inspirational quotes, food videos, thirst traps… the...
Ayten Gasson – Cooler Than You
This month we chat to Ayten Gasson, who creates luxury sustainable lingerie and nightwear from her studio in Hove. Tell us about your business? I launched my lingerie label, Ayten Gasson, twenty years ago in 2005...
Babble Hove
Babble is a brand new sun-up to sun-down hospitality venue located at the new Hove Beach Park. The project was created by Brighton & Hove City Council to breathe new life into the underused and run-down...
Pour Choices Wine Fair 12th April 2025
Brighton’s first and only natural wine fair celebrates sustainable and low-intervention winemaking, spotlighting passionate producers from across the UK. A unique opportunity to taste exceptional wines, meet...
Lucky Khao Brighton Northern Thai BBQ
Lucky Khao situated at Red Roaster on St James’ Street is a new addition to the Michelin Guide for 2025. The first thing that hits you is the redolence of fragrant aromas filling the venue from an immaculate open...
Burger & Lobster
Does Burger and Lobster in Brighton live up to the hype? Our editor went along to find out… Over ten-years ago in a small Irish pub in Mayfair, the first Burger and Lobster was born. You can now find their...
Wedding Rings Direct Showroom
Are you looking for your dream wedding rings? Then visit WRD who offer a bespoke service with thousands of designs to choose from at affordable prices. Wedding Rings Direct is an internet company founded in the...
Life’s More Fun When You Say Yuup…
A vibrant new marketplace supporting local independent experiences has officially launched in Brighton and Hove. Yuup, the innovative platform, aims to assist local makers, producers, creatives, and businesses sell...
Paper Daisy
Spring into a world of creativity and heritage this May and join Paper Daisy at the iconic British Engineerium in Hove for a truly special experience! The grand Spring Makers Fair, one of the biggest and most...
Haus of Cabaret
We enjoy a show and dinner in one of Brighton’s time honoured performance venues. There’s something incredibly seductive about the allure of an old-school cabaret venue and Haus of Cabaret Brighton is the epitome...
Easter Activities In The Countryside
Do you fancy leaving the city behind for the afternoon and getting out into the countryside for a family day out? We have picked some of the best activities for you, read on to find out more… Don’t be a Twit! 4th -...
Slack City Radio
Tuning Into Brighton’s Music Scene. Like many others, I was drawn to Brighton, lured by the buzz of city life, the prospect of greener grass and creative opportunity. Stepping into its musical microcosm was...
Reimagining The High Street Through Art
Mid-Street Lab is a vibrant hub of creativity on St George’s Road in Kemptown, Brighton. Renowned for its eclectic collection of contemporary art elevating emerging local artists, the gallery / studio showroom is...
One Garden Brighton Supper Club Review
Discover Brighton were invited to Supper Club at One Garden last month. These regular events are a collaboration of delicious seasonal food and beautifully crafted drinks, on this occasion Need were at the epicentre...
Hey! Fancy A Free Steak?
STAKEHAUS Set to Open in Shelter Hall, Brighton on 9th March with 50 Free Steaks a Day! STAKEHAUS, the popular London food brand known for its fun, accessible menu, is opening its latest location in Shelter Hall,...
Preston Manor To Re-Open
Final preparations are underway at Brighton’s prestigious Preston Manor, featuring a brand-new visitor experience and its first-ever tearoom. Preston Manor, one of the UK’s most haunted houses, is to reopen this...
South of England Mineral Show
15th-16th March 2025 Over the 15th-16th March 2025 we are hosting a fantastic weekend of beautiful crystals, fascinating fossils, rare minerals and dazzling jewellery from a great selection of sellers. Based in the...
10-minutes with Halina Rice
Halina Rice returns to The Old Market (TOM) as part of ‘Reigning Women 2025’, with her immersive liveset and audio visual show. The producer is renowned for her vivid and eclectic style ranging from evocative and...
We’re Hiring
Job Title: Part-Time Media Sales Representative Location: Brighton, UK Join Discover Brighton! Are you passionate about media and advertising? Do you have a knack for sales and a love for everything Brighton has to...
An Artist Is An Artist. Skin / Interview
Here is a woman who to millions of global fans needs zero introduction. Skin is lead vocalist and songwriter of Skunk Anansie, solo artist, wife, mother and DJ, whose achievements are immeasurable. She was the first...
The Renters (Reform) Bill
The UK rental market is on the verge of major change with the introduction of the Renters (Reform) Bill. Designed to enhance tenant rights and improve rental conditions, the bill brings both challenges and...
Celebrating Strength And Resilience
Having coached many Brightonian celebrity women over the years—from Zoe Ball to Michelle Heaton, Chloe Goodman to the infamous Katie Price, and the ever-determined Saffron Barker—I’ve learned to understand how these...
Is It Time For A Dopamine Detox?
24-hour ‘genie’ culture has caused a rise in dopamine overload with negative consequences, and here’s how you can fix it. Dopamine is the latest buzzword trending on social platforms, with both positive and negative...
Connection Jam
Connection Jam is Brighton & Hove's dynamic and playful social event! Expect great conversations, meaningful encounters and the opportunity to create real friendships. Through guided activities that break past...
Hózhó – Wellness, Massage, Lifestyle
hózhó • {h/o/zho} • Navajo (n.) a fundamental Navajo concept reflecting beauty, harmony and balance in life, promoting a deep connection with the natural world Nestled in North Laine, you will discover hózhó,...
New Season Trends By StylePixie
It's almost time to change back the clocks, bare our ankles and shed the heavy dark layers of Winter. Our senses come to life with the first colourful blooms of Spring giving promise to brighter days ahead. It’s a...
Bee Adamic / Cooler Than You
This month we chat to Bee Adamic, CEO of Liberty Music PR and mother-of-two about how she created the career of her dreams. You’re the CEO of Liberty Music PR - please tell us more about your business? I co-founded...
Mother’s Day Ideas 2025
Mother’s Day is the time to celebrate the matriarch in your life, making her feel special and appreciated. Read on for some inspo both in Brighton and further afield… Butterfly Garden at Middleton Common Farm. Just...
International Women’s Day
We have scoured the city to find you the very best International Women’s Day events. Kickass Collective Presents: Sex and Menopause Panel Weds 5th Mar @Platf9rm: Hosted by Bibi Lynch in Conversation with Lou...
The Lion, The Witch And The Wardrobe
Our Executive Editor Kairen Kemp has been chatting to Katy Stevens who will be playing The White Witch at The Theatre Royal in The Lion The Witch And The Wardrobe. How long have you been developing the character?...
BBG: Amplifying Community Through Sound
Mixing electronic dance music is an experience that transcends the ordinary. Behind the decks lives an area for reinvention, control, and release. It’s the ability to shape an incessant beat that compels people to...
Royal palace set to show its true colours
Discover the colours that made history this spring at the Royal Pavilion's immersive COLOUR exhibition in Brighton. The Royal Pavilion, managed by Brighton &Hove Museums, is set to show its true colours this...
Ben Sherman SS25 Signature Collection
Ben Sherman SS25 Signature Collection: Brighton to Amalfi Step into the vibrant journey of Ben Sherman’s SS25 Signature Collection, "Brighton to Amalfi," where the essence of Brighton Beach seamlessly blends with...
Mounjaro – A Kickstart For Those Who Need It Most?
Brighton is a hub for health and fitness, but for some, the journey to wellness feels like an impossible uphill climb. For those dealing with severe health issues, addictive tendencies, or physical limitations, even...
Picture You Dead / Cast Interview
Peter James’ latest novel Picture You Dead has become a play which is coming to Theatre Royal in March. Kairen Kemp chatted to two of the cast members: Peter Ash and Fiona Wade. Peter, you’re playing David Hegarty....
Hempwell / The UKs Most Trusted CBD Shop
Situated in the heart of the North Laine in Kensington Gardens, Brighton, you will find Hempwell, your one-stop-shop for all things CBD related. Founded in 2017, the flagship store is located in York and what sets...
Valentine’s / Gifts & Unique Date Ideas
Bored of doing the same things on Valentine’s Day? We’ve scoured the city and the internet to find you some unique date and gift ideas to help make this one memorable for all the right reasons. Needle Felting at...
What’s On / One Garden Brighton February 2025
February is full of exciting activities at One Garden Brighton, with something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you’re a keen gardener, looking for family fun, or just want to pop by for some great food, there’s...
Join BPO’s Centenary Celebrations
Brighton Philharmonic Orchestra has been delighting local audiences for the last one hundred years, and their bold, colourful concerts – from classical masterpieces to cutting-edge music – are for everyone. ...
The Pour House
Our editor was invited to new venue ‘The Pour House’ in Hove for a private dining experience ahead of the launch party. I arrived at new venue The Pour House on a chilly evening in February and was honoured to be...
Japanese Head Spa Benefits
Most of us crave long, lustrous locks and many women opt for hair extensions to achieve this. Although extensions remain a popular beauty trend, they can be expensive, difficult to upkeep and sometimes cause damage...
Pompoko / New Restaurant Review
Pompoko has been a staple on the Brighton culinary scene since 2007, supplying the city with authentic, yet inexpensive Japanese food in unpretentious surroundings. Their flagship restaurant near The Brighton Dome...
The Rise Of Galentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day, for some it can be a stab in the heart and a stark reminder of your single status. You haven’t met the love of your life, and your social media feeds are evidence that you are in fact, the last sad...