r/brighton • • Feb 20 '25

Local Advice needed Independent Pubs of Brighton (and surrounds) MEGA THREAD

241 Upvotes

After the announcement of surge pricing in Laine pubs and finding out who actually owns them and just how many of our establishments they own I thought it'd be a nice idea to have a list of pubs in Brighton that are independent. Ones that are free of the B.S. of several layers of 'financial arrrangements' obscuring where our beer tokens are going. Maybe one day we can have a little map in our pockets to refer to when our guard may be down because it's cold and windy outside or we have had a few, we can take a quick look and find an establishment near by that we want to support to prevent them turning into another chain pub without anyone really noticing.


r/brighton • • 14h ago

Arts and Crafts Creatures of Queens Park

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Just a few fellers that were around Queens Park one Sunday afternoon. We saw many more but some of them came out too blurry. My lens is very good but it doesn't have a stabiliser.


r/brighton • • 1h ago

Local Advice needed Anyone else in the Montpelier / Seven Dials area finding meat left out overnight?

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Bit of an unsettling one, but has anyone else around Montpelier or Seven Dials noticed cooked meat (possibly chicken) being left out in front gardens overnight or in the early hours?

This has been happening repeatedly where we are. The meat gets cleared away during the day, but then more appears again overnight. We have no idea who is leaving it or why.

We’ve also noticed that foxes and cats we used to see around the area don’t seem to be about anymore. Obviously, we don’t know if there’s any connection, but the repeated nature of this is starting to worry us.

Has anyone else experienced anything similar or noticed anything unusual? Just trying to work out whether this is happening elsewhere in the neighbourhood too.


r/brighton • • 12h ago

Trivia/misc Brighton Street Art Map

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I've created a map of street art in Brighton. It's still a work in progress, there are a few notable works that are missing (eg, Rick and Morty on Upper Lewes Road etc), and maybe something better already exists, but I thought some of you might appreciate it.

All photos are my own, but please let me know:

  • If you know the artists' names for any so I can credit them
  • If any pieces have been removed/replaced (I'll keep on the map, but change the icon colour)
  • If there are any areas I've not covered yet that have decent street art
  • If any locations are wrong (used a mix of meta data and my memory)

I'll be making a few improvements (eg, using better icons etc - at the moment the houses show buildings (more likely to last) and running icons when the art is on a hoarding (more likely to vanish)), colour coding bits etc.

But anyway, I just thought I'd share anyway so hope you enjoy/find useful.

View the map here


r/brighton • • 11h ago

🤷 Only in Brighton... What is this thing on John Street?

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30 Upvotes

I walk past this at least once a week, and whatever it is, it seems to be growing. No shade at all, this isn't nimby-ism, I'm just curious and tbh, kind of impressed.


r/brighton • • 4h ago

Housing 🏘️ 🏡 Canadian band looking for accommodation in Brighton for our UK tour

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Hi everyone! My name is Paris Pick, and I’m a Canadian indie-pop artist coming to the UK this February with my band, Paris Pick & The Pricks for our first-ever UK tour!

We’re looking for anyone who might be able to offer us a place to stay for a night while we’re in Brighton. There are four of us in total, but two of us are a couple and can share a bed, so we’d only need three sleeping spots. Be it a spare room, couch, or foamies on the floor we are easy going.

We’re a respectful, quiet bunch and would be incredibly grateful for any help from the local community. As a thank-you, anyone who hosts us would get a free ticket to our show!

I’m also a graphic designer, so if you’re a local artist or musician, I’d be happy to offer a gig poster design in exchange. I’m also happy to help connect local bands with gig opportunities in Canada where I can. I totally understand that hosting a touring band is a big ask, but if anyone has a spare room, a sofa, or knows someone who might be able to help, please feel free to message me.

Thanks so much Brighton,

We’re really looking forward to visiting your city and meeting some of the local music community!


r/brighton • • 22m ago

Local Advice needed Where can I buy this plant?

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Looking to buy one of these, ‘Pilea Peperomioides’ aka chinese money plant after hearing that my mum wants one, where in brighton can I buy this? (Small business suggestions only)


r/brighton • • 20h ago

Announcement 😯Kambis sold up and opened a new place in town called Zatar. It's banging. Same homemade hummus (best in Brighton)

88 Upvotes

I don't want to detract from the other person's Bratwurst truck post cus that truck is also banging but this is big news.

Its opposite Belgian Chips next to Jempsons down the Churchill square steps.

I went in tantalised by homemade zatar and chatted about their new shop. I asked about where they get houmous from and the guy said they make it themselves. I said oh good cus till now the only real houmous is far away at Kambis.

Then the dude who was chilling at the end was like "that's me! I just sold it and moved here a month ago".

The fresh falafel wrap for £5.95 is fine business and their oven pastries are gonna slap.


r/brighton • • 13h ago

Local events 🎸 🎭 The Green Door Store's Halloween bash, located beneath Brighton Railway Station, is allowing FREE ENTRY for anyone in costume

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Saturday 31st October for a full evening’s musical entertainment

doors creak open at 6:30pm and appearing on the bill will be a quartet of top quality entertainment in the form of Lemonsuckr, Goodbye, Girl Apocrypha, and Not Richard & Her Majesty

If dressing up isn’t your bag, then simply pay £5 on the door instead!

This live music event is likely to run to around 10:30pm, but if that’s too early to head on back home, you can always remain in the venue and merrily dance from 11:00pm to 4:00am at their separate ‘It Is Still 1985’ club night which will be happening immediately afterwards. Separate £5 tickets will be required for this event!

Find out more about the 4 bands below:

www.instagram.com/lemonsuckr.wav

linktr.ee/goodbyeband

linktr.ee/girlapocrypha

linktr.ee/notrichard


r/brighton • • 6h ago

Meet Up The Cow Pub chess club near Seven Dials

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r/brighton • • 12h ago

Meet Up 33F looking for pals :)

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Hello! I’ve been in Brighton for a few years now but most of my friends have moved away/are busy with their families etc. I love a charity shop mooch, going for coffee, crafts and walks with my dogs. She’s a rescue so has to come everywhere with me but if anyone fancies a walk with us let me know and I’ll drop you a message ☺️


r/brighton • • 2h ago

Local Advice needed ‘Cheap’ Dentist Recommendations

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Hello everyone,

As the title suggests I am in need of ‘cheap’ but good quality dentist recommendations in and around Brighton. The quotations marks are around the word cheap as I know all dental work is expensive but look for somewhere that will do good quality work at an affordable price if possible. I’ve already come to terms that I will most likely have to go private, I think I need about 4 ish fillings so would be great to get some recommendations!

Thanks in advance :)


r/brighton • • 10h ago

Local events 🎸 🎭 A court of thorns and roses

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Is anyone here interested in the books? And is anyone looking forward to acotar 6 release 😍😍


r/brighton • • 13h ago

Local Advice needed looking for bartending jobs

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Hi there, I'm a first year Uni student who just moved to Brighton and I've been looking everywhere for the past 2 weeks for jobs.

I am hard working, reliable, resilient and I'm happy to work long evening shifts. I have 2 years of experience as a bartender with 3 years of hospitality experience overall. Ideally I'm looking for work on a bar but I am open to anything.

If anyone has any advice or know anyone that's hiring I would really appreciate the help.


r/brighton • • 21h ago

🍟🌯🌮🍜🍣🍤Food Related🍦🥨🍢🥞🍳🧀🍔🍕 Best breakfast on town, onions smell amazing

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r/brighton • • 14h ago

Local events 🎸 🎭 Free pub chess tonight NOW until late at The Cow Pub at the Seven Dials

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The Cow Pub at the Seven Dials

Wednesday evening from 6pm. There's no entry fee, and we supply all the boards/pieces. Yes - our chess night is still running.

I'm going at 8 pm. Anyone want to come?


r/brighton • • 17h ago

Trivia/misc ISO actor in Brighton!

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hi all, I’m producing a 1 minute short film and we’re looking for an actor (any gender, 18+) to perform a poem/monologue for the film. we’re filming in Hove Sunday 25th October. happy to discuss pay rate (however we do have a low budget) and cover travel and food. email me at

[melatonically@gmail.com](mailto:melatonically@gmail.com)

if you have any questions and/or if you are interested.

thank you!


r/brighton • • 1d ago

Announcement Brighton Christmas lights going up 14 October 2026

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r/brighton • • 12h ago

Local Advice needed Christmas Markets

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Does anyone know why Brighton hasn’t had a Christmas market for the past couple of years, and why there doesn’t seem to be one planned for this year either?


r/brighton • • 18h ago

Local Advice needed What are some good open mics & creative music events on a Friday or weekend?

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I do like going to gigs and shows on the weekend but I also want to see some more free form or experimental stuff. I've been wanting to check out some artists that are just trying stuff out, maybe don't have a full band together, just want to play a few covers, that sort of thing...

But most of my favourite open mic events are mid week and my current job prevents me from being able to go see them! (Shout out to Beluga promotions I miss strum & drum)

Can anyone recommend any open mics or other more free form creative events that are on a Friday? Saturday and Sunday can be good too! Also I'm open to anything else artistic and creative it doesn't exclusively have to be musicians, although that is my primary interest! Also feel free to shout out anything that you're working on too, if I have the time I'll come check it out!


r/brighton • • 13h ago

Local events 🎸 🎭 FREE: Haunted House Halloween, Music @ Black Lion (14 Black Lion Street, Brighton, BN1 1ND)

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Halloween, The Black Lion is transforming into a haunted house for one seriously spooky night.

Expect creepy corners, twisted surprises, big Halloween energy and DJs taking you from 6PM all the way through to 3AM. Come dressed to scare, dance until the early hours and prepare for a night where things might not be quite what they seem...

Haunted house vibes

DJs from 6PM-3AM

Halloween fancy dress encouraged - prizes for best dressed!

The doors are open. The house is haunted. Are you brave enough to enter?

Presented by Black Lion.

This is an 18+ event

Ticket Type / Ticket Tariff

Standard Free


r/brighton • • 21h ago

Local events 🎸 🎭 IT IS WHAT IT IS: An Evening of Stand Up Comedy | Thursday 15th October

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Following on from the SOLD OUT Launch event, Brighton Playhouse bring you An Evening of Stand Up Comedy with Martin Hyde & Friends...

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/it-is-what-it-is-an-evening-of-stand-up-comedy-with-martin-hyde-friends-tickets-2002169323343

Immerse yourself in the world of Martin Hyde; ranconteur and bon viveur. Be prepared for the unexpected, with big laughs along the way.

First half support comes from TV comedian William Stone and further special guest. Your compere for the evening is Brighton comedy luminary, Simon Topping.

Martin Hyde

Martin Hyde has performed and promoted in the most popular comedy clubs of New York, and now brings his unique style of observational comedy to Brighton Playhouse. An enigmatic and prowling panther of a man. Be prepared for the unexpected, with the big laughs that follow along the way.

William Stone

The Skinny described William Stone as "comedy ASMR", finding wonder in the mundane. William made his television debut as the host of Live At The Moth Club on U&Dave which showcases some of the most unique up-and-coming comedy voices from the UK and beyond.

"William Stone cracks me up" Angela Barnes (Radio4 Newsjack, Live at the Apollo)

"One the best new comics I’ve seen in years" - Marcus Brigstocke

Compere: Simon Topping

Simon is an award-nominated character comedian, stand up, compere and improviser. Finalist of the British Comedy Guide’s Stand up and Deliver Competition 2025, shortlisted for an international touring award at Brighton Fringe in 2026 and creator of Leslie Bloom; Mother, Lover and part-time parkour instructor for the over 65s.

“With his very funny antics he combines physical comedy, clowning and authenticity”. ★★★★★ (Reviews Hub).


r/brighton • • 1d ago

Meet Up Remote working meet ups

29 Upvotes

Does anything exist in Brighton where people meet up who work remotely and have no office/colleagues nearby and work together at a Gable or cafe? Or just generally networking events for people who work remotely? I’m looking to meet more people during the work day or potentially in the morning before work begins - outside of run clubs or exercise clubs.


r/brighton • • 1d ago

Local events 🎸 🎭 LOOKING FOR DRUMMER!

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Influences: Mudhoney, Soundgarden, Smashing Pumpkins, Breeders, Melvins

Practice once a week in Brighton or Portslade

Links:

https://open.spotify.com/album/2lJQ8JMd8VDxrMVjqoZBOq

https://somestrangeglider.bandcamp.com/album/the-harsh-reality

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5B6Yzo-lq48

https://www.instagram.com/somestrangeglider/

DM us if that sounds fun!


r/brighton • • 1d ago

🔎Lost & Found🔍 Sentimental engagement ring possibly lost albion hill area

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This ring means the world to me as it belonged to my grandma. If you could keep an eye out i would be so greatful x