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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.
Grand Central Pub & Restaurant Refurb
Located adjacent to the railway station or at the top of an unforgiving walk up Trafalgar Street, you will find The Grand Central pub in Brighton. The venue has proudly been supplying liquid libations to locals and...
The Coal Shed Brighton
Discover Visits The Coal Shed Brighton To Review The New Venue, Food And Cocktails. The Coal Shed has moved from its former premises in the lanes to a more prominent position on North Street. The highly...
Street Justice
This month Discover catches up with Tony creator of Street Justice, a multi faceted brand based in Brighton. Tell us about Street Justice? I would If I could. At the moment it’s about 40% club night, 35%...
Paper Daisy
Join Paper Daisy at the British Engineerium as they kick off their season of Winter Makers Fairs, as a piece of Brighton & Hove’s History comes alive again. After being closed for nearly 20 years for repairs...
A winter wonderland right on your doorstep
The Brighton Lights returns to One Garden this December for what promises to be bigger and brighter than 2023. Tickets cost from just £16 and children under 2 go free! You and your family can once again step inside...
Seascape Cocktail Experience
I’ll admit, heights make me a little nervous. Since the Brighton i360 was built, I’ve been hesitant to hop on board because of my fear. However, when my Discover colleague couldn’t attend the Seascape Cocktail...
Christmas Magic at Royal Pavilion
Brighton & Hove Museums is bringing Christmas magic to life this year with a range of festive activities for families across the city. From Father Christmas’s return to the Royal Pavilion to an exciting mystery...
Labyrinth Gallery Brighton
Fatboy Slim X TBOY signed Pepita Coffee Tins ‘Brewing Beats and Excellence’ Labyrinth Gallery curated by Darren Marcus, has quickly established itself as a must-visit destination for pop art enthusiasts in...
Rag’n’Bone Man: Interview
Rag'n'Bone Man: Performing at Brighton Centre November 24th as part of new album tour - ‘What Do You Believe In’. Critically acclaimed Sussex born singer songwriter Rag’n’Bone Man, AKA Rory Graham announced a tour...
What’s on this November at Wakehurst
Winter sights and senses at Wakehurst. As autumn leaves fall, bare trees reveal new views across Wakehurst and the wider landscape. Visitors venturing towards Westwood Lake will be greeted with inviting benches...
Tom Lodge / Chicken Parm
Chicken Parm with Smoked Red Pepper Sauce and Pine Nut and Basil Pesto. Ingredients Chicken: 2 large chicken breasts 100g plain flour 2 large eggs, beaten 100g breadcrumbs (panko recommended) Salt and black pepper,...
StylePixie / Seasonal Change
As we head into October, the new season is becoming clear. We sadly wave goodbye to the warmer months and prepare ourselves for the cozier seasons ahead. Pumpkin soup and hot chocolate anyone? For many of us this is...
Guide to Networking in Brighton
On Wednesday 11th September, I was invited to the House of Lords to celebrate the launch of the ‘Female Entrepreneurship: Moving Forwards’ report by Small Business Britain. My name made the invite list due to being...
Pumpkin Spooktacular Brighton
Awards Dinner Disruption As Skellie Found With Knife In Back A guest has been found with a knife in their back at Preston Manor during “Cap’n Bad Bobs Dastardly Pirate Skeleton Award Dinner.” A call has gone out to...
Halloween Events / 2024
Spooky season is upon us and as ever there’s so much to do in the city to celebrate Halloween. We have scoured the interweb to find you the very best parties and activities with something for the whole family ...
Romany and David Gilmour at The Neptune
David Gilmour’s Surprise Performance Alongside Daughter Romany Gilmour At The Neptune Inn. The Neptune Inn Hove is a friendly community pub and bustling live music venue, with regular open mic nights every Monday...
Kirk Field / Rave New World
Friday 18th October This Autumn sees acid house culture celebrated at The Old Market Hove in a totally unique, ground-breaking show hosted by the author of award-winning, best-selling book RAVE NEW WORLD:...
London Philharmonic Orchestra
London Philharmonic Orchestra returns to Brighton for a season of dazzling concerts. Celebrating 25 years at Brighton Dome, the London Philharmonic Orchestra (LPO) returns to Brighton. Principal Conductor Edward...
Tiki Hut / A Taste of Paradise
Since opening in the summer, Tiki Hut Brighton has gone from strength to strength. The venue is now synonymous with delicious authentic Caribbean food, 2-4-1 cocktails (on selected days) and dancing! The stunning...
Sixes Party Packages
It’s crazy to think that Christmas is just around the corner and now is the time to start thinking about how you will celebrate with your colleagues. Everyone deserves a treat after working hard all year round and...
Russell Small Exclusive Interview
Words by Samantha Harman Russell Small is a man who needs no introduction, his career as a DJ and producer spans 30-years and during that time he has enjoyed success as one half of The Freemasons, Phats and...
El Mistico
Words by Nikki Rollins www.theoldmarket.com Imagine you’re heading to TOM with your friends, chatting away, excited to see El Mistico; the hypnotist and magician show. It’s a night you’ve been looking forward...
Brighton Open Air Theatre
Words by Samantha Harman www.brightonopenairtheatre.co.uk BOAT enjoyed their 10th season this year, opening in May with a new production of the hit play ‘Kemble’s Riot’ written by the theatre’s late founder...
The Old Market: It’s History
Built as part of Charles Busby’s prestigious Brunswick Town development, The Old Market has been a stables, riding school, smokery and studio over its long history. The building dates back to 1826-8, when Charles...
September: One Garden Brighton
Words by Kairen Kemp www.onegardenbrighton.com One Garden is a magical place where you can lose yourself in peace and tranquillity. You can just wander through this stunning walled garden then maybe sample...
George Street Tap
Words by Samantha Harman www.craftunionpubs.com The Big Stomp - A Charity Walk Raising Money For The Motor Neurone Disease Association George Street Tap and many of the other Craft Union pubs in the area are...
Sixes Social Cricket Brighton
Located under the iconic Brighton i360, right on the beachfront, Sixes Brighton is your all-day party destination. With large terraces and three outdoor nets, we’ve blended the thrill of cricket with an #OUTOUT...
Max Kindley Hair Review
Words by Samantha Harman www.thehair-salon.co.uk My hair had mile long roots, was dry as a bone and in need of some serious TLC. Enter hairdresser extraordinaire, Max Kindley who works out of The Hair Salon...
Seagull Stories Brighton
Words by Samantha Harman Seagull squawking is the backing track of Brighton and Hove with 4am alarm calls accepted as the norm. Ask any of the disgruntled tourists who have fallen foul of a fly-by chip...
Sobar Sessions
Words by Samantha Harman www.sobarsessions.co.uk This month we chat to Isadore creator of Sobar Sessions. Her events give the people of Brighton and Hove an opportunity to party without alcohol in cool...
Brighton’s Sustainable Fashion Week – StylePixie
Brighton’s Sustainable Fashion Week Is Back Again! Save the date! As we think about the future of fashion, our wardrobes and our buying habits, many of us are leaning towards a more sustainable and ethical...
Survivor’s Network
Words by Pippa Moyle www.citygirlnetwork.com Two million women a year are victims of male violence. One in 12. 3,000 crimes a day. A 37% rise in violence in just five years. These are the stats that...
Ben Sherman opens in Brighton
Ben Sherman Opens Mono-Brand Flagships in Historic Locales Brighton and Soho Ben Sherman Launches Flagship Locations in Latest Round of Retail Expansion As Brand Opens Stores in Historic Locales Brighton and Soho....
Neon in Nature
Neon in Nature, is held on the beautiful grounds of 13th Century Sussex Manor Great Ote Hall in Wivelsfield, just 20 mins outside of Brighton from 23-25th August. This incredible volunteer-run festival donates 100%...
Cinestock at Saltdean Lido
Words by Kairen Kemp www.cinestock.co.uk The newly restored Art Deco Saltdean Lido is wonderful to behold with its smooth, elegant lines and sea going liner design. Regarded as “probably the most...
Princess Superstar Exclusive Interview
Words by Samantha Harman Instagram: @princesssuperstar Discover Brighton chats to Princess Superstar ahead of her Brighton Pride appearance on Sunday, August 4th at Preston Park. Those of a certain age will...
Leave No Trace
Words by Samantha Harman www.leavenotracebrighton.org Leave No Trace have teamed up with The Postman Art and created a new campaign for 2024 that aims to raise awareness about keeping our beaches clean in...
NoFit State Circus: Sabotage
Words by Samantha Harman www.nofitstate.org NoFit State makes a long-awaited return to Brighton and will be performing at The Level in Brighton from August 8th until September 1st. Discover are excited to...
Brighton i360
www.brightoni360.co.uk The sky’s the limit when it comes to creating unforgettable experiences. Glide up 450ft on the Brighton i360 pod and see Brighton from a whole new perspective. On a clear day, views...
Bohemian Rhapsody
www.onegardenbrighton.com One Garden Brighton Outdoor Cinema, 6 September 2024 8:00pm — 10:00pm. Come along for a night under the stars watching Bohemian Rhapsody at the stunning One Garden Brighton on a...
PRIDE – StylePixie
PRIDE festivities are but a moment away and with so many events, there are so many outfits to plan. Whether you are part of the LGBTQ+ community or supporter of, there is a vibrancy that ensues in Brighton that is...
I’m Just Brighton
Words by Samantha Harman Instagram: @imjustbrighton This month we chat to the person behind the I’m Just Brighton Instagram account (who wanted to remain anonymous). The page which has amassed 90k followers,...
Brighton Girl
Words by Pippa Moyle www.citygirlnetwork.com A Brighton Girl Visitor Guide to the perfect sunny day in the city. We’re in the hotbed of visitor season. Pride, holidays, DFL/BHs (Down From Londoners/Burgess...
Happy Hour Deals
Words by Samantha Harman Is ‘cozzie liv’ affecting your pub time? Here at Discover towers we have scoured the whole city to bring you the very best happy hour deals, meaning you can enjoy a few after work...
Mend House
Words by Samantha Harman www.mendhouse.co.uk Imagine your favourite item of clothing is ripped, quite often that’s a cause to rush out and buy another one to replace it, right? Not anymore! You can now take...
Cinestock at Saltdean Lido
August 10th and September 6th Words by Kairen Kemp Regarded as ‘Probably the most architecturally significant open-air pool in the country" by The 20th Century Society & "One of the Seven Wonders of the...
Bluey’s Big Play
Friday 5th July – Sunday 7th July 2024 various times Words by Kairen Kemp Bluey’s Big Play is a brand-new theatrical adaptation of the Emmy® award-winning children’s television series, with an original story...
Discover: Underworld Exclusive Interview
Underworld performs at On The Beach Saturday July 20th www.onthebeachbrighton.com Photo (above) by Isy Townsend Discover Brighton chatted to Underworld, aka, Rick Smith and Karl Hide who gave us a rare...
Underworld
Words by Samantha Harman www.onthebeachbrighton.com Saturday July 20th. July heralds the return of summer festival On The Beach, which takes place over two weekends later this month. The Marine Parade side...
Pride 2024 Gossip
Words by Patrick Cawley www.brighton-pride.org Brighton Pride Festival headline DJ, Patrick Cawley shares all the inside info with us on where to go and what to see this Pride 2024. We are literally spoilt...
Shadows of Empire
Words by Kairen Kemp www.brightonmuseums.org Taking Tea at Preston Manor How many times to we say “I’m dying for a cuppa”? Well Brighton Preston Manor are launching a hard-hitting interactive experience, not...
The Best Beer Gardens
Words by Samantha Harman Summer is well and truly upon us, and aside from the occasional questionable weather, (hey, we live in the UK right?) it’s the perfect season for sipping pints and spritzes al fresco...
Big Butterfly Count
Words by Samantha Harman www.onegardenbrighton.com One Garden are offering you the opportunity to donate some of your time to help with conservation. Visit One Garden Brighton in their gardens between...
Sixes Social Cricket
Words by Lynnie Mundy www.sixiescricket.com Having never played or even been remotely interested in cricket – spending a Sunday afternoon trying to hit balls was not on my bucket list. However after an invite...
Lizzie Curious: Cooler Than You
Instagram: @lizziecurious This month we chat to DJ and producer Lizzie Curious. Tell us how you got into DJing? I’ve been DJing for over 20 years now - I started on vinyl and am completely self-taught (there...
Beach Body Ready
The summer holidays are upon us and with the excitement of an upcoming beach holiday it can be a double-edged sword for many of us. The dreaded idea of facing the fitting rooms whilst trying on endless swimsuits can...
Explosions In The Sky
Friday 16th August Get Tickets Explosions In The Sky + special guests play Chalk Live, Brighton on Friday 16th August. Explosions in the Sky are an iconic instrumental rock band from Texas that have become...