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The Royal British Legion (RBL) in Sussex is proud to announce a new partnership with Brighton and Hove and Metrobus, in support of the 2025 Poppy Appeal.  This year, the RBL has proudly put Second World War veterans at the heart of commemorations to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory...
Work is continuing to bring empty privately owned homes in the city back into use. In 2024/25, the council was involved in helping to bring 145 empty private-sector homes back into occupation. With high demand for housing in the city and a shortage of accommodation, we’re encouraging residents to tell us if...
A brand-new marathon is coming to Brighton next year, promising to bring trail running from the countryside to the city streets in what organisers are calling a “unique event unlike anything the UK has seen before.” The Brighton Trail Marathon, launching in 2026, will combine 36 kilometres of scenic South...
Komedia New Comedy Awards Competition 2026 for Entries… Now! Komedia Announces New Comedy Award in Association with Comic Boom comedy club and Victoria Nangle opens for 2026 entries Komedia is pleased to announce that the Komedia New Comedy Award, in association with award-winning Comic Boom comedy club and arts journalist Victoria...
Following the first look at proposals for a new sports and leisure facility to replace the ageing King Alfred Leisure Centre, we’re inviting residents to see more and have their say. The new facility will transform the current seafront site into a modern, accessible and sustainable leisure destination for all. Last...
Leon Logothetis is a global adventurer, philanthropist and best-selling author whose life proves the power of kindness and human connection. Once a stockbroker chasing outward success, he walked away to travel the world, relying only on the kindness of strangers. His Netflix series The Kindness Diaries showed how generosity...
Looking for something to do in and around Brighton this weekend (3–5 October)? You’re in for a treat. From live music and theatre to food, autumn walks, and hidden gems, the city is buzzing. Here’s your luxury journal-style guide to making the most of your days off: Friday 3 October...
There is something quietly magical about leaving London behind in autumn, trading its fading light and damp pavements for the sea-air and promenades of Brighton. On a crisp October morning, the train glides southward through the Kent countryside, skeletal trees bowing with colour, and with each mile the city’s...
This October, Brighton & Hove City Council is inviting local businesses and organisations to help their employees quit smoking by encouraging colleagues to check in and support each other on their quit journeys. National campaign Stoptober – now in its 13th year – aims to empower people to give up...
There’s something about getting children outdoors that makes ordinary days feel a little more memorable. Autumn leaves become something to jump in, muddy paths turn into adventures, and a rocky shoreline can keep them occupied for hours. These are the moments that give children room to explore, take small...