The latest news from the city.
The Rod Stewart Songbook, fronted by Pete McCall and backed by a full live band, plays Chequer Mead Theatre in East Grinstead on Saturday 24 October at 7.30pm. Tickets are £27 from chequermead.co.uk.
Brighton and Hove’s 2026 pub-capital ranking reflects a long history of inns, beerhouses and independent venues. This guide covers historic pubs in The Lanes, North Laine and the seafront, plus Brighton breweries and taprooms.
A look back at the free Steampunk Festival held on the Wish Tower Slopes in Eastbourne on 5 and 6 September, organised by the Eastbourne Bonfire Society for its 25th anniversary, with parades, live music and a guide to the steampunk genre.
A guide to Brighton's independent bookshops across the North Laine and The Lanes, from Books for Amnesty and The Feminist Bookshop to Goldsboro Books and The Kemptown Bookshop, with opening hours and what each one carries.
A look at The Flint House on Hanningtons Lane in Brighton, run by the Gingerman Group. Covers the tapas-style small plates, the counter and rooftop spaces, prices, and its place on the city's best-restaurant lists.
A look back at the 2026 Artists Open Houses, which opened 197 venues and 1,000 artists across Brighton and Hove for free in May, and a guide to the Winter 2026 edition, with registration open through September.
Brighton's first storybook art trail, the Story Trail, runs from 12 September to 8 November with more than 30 BookBenches across the city. It's free to follow, supports the charity Amaze, and comes with an app, a map and a series of events.
The Great Escape returned to Brighton from 13 to 16 May 2026, with around 450 artists performing across more than 30 venues. The Kooks, Kingfishr and Peaches led the Spotlight Shows, alongside partner showcases and the late-night programme.
The Ivy Brighton is running a limited-edition 'Cool Britannia' menu celebrating the 1990s from 2 September to 6 October, at £19.96 for two courses. A look at the dishes, the opening hours and the restaurant's Lanes setting.
A practical look at Pen To Paper in Brighton’s North Laine, covering its stationery, art materials, fountain pens, gifts and creative activities. Includes example prices, the shop’s atmosphere, ownership, opening hours and location.
