News Work to “make Brighton & Hove seafront the most exciting in the country” to begin in late November 2024 Work to “make Brighton & Hove seafront the most exciting in the country” by restoring 28 arches of Madeira Terrace and build a new, fully accessible lift will begin in late November 2024. According to Brighton & Hove City Council, the first phase of the restoration of the Victorian Grade II-listed t By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Community News Pride Swim raises over £1,000 for Switchboard LGBT+ Helpline Olympic swimmer and LGBTQ+ activist Michael Gunning opened Brighton’s very first Pride Swim at Sea Lanes on Brighton beach on Saturday, October 26, which raised over £1,000 for Switchboard LGBT+ Helpline Pride Swim, sponsored by Speedo, aims to get thousands of people swimming to connect with others By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Fundraising News An impressive £550 raised for MindOut at Centre Stage Brighton LGBTQ+ mental health charity MindOut announced on social media that a fundraiser, with a raffle and acts including Drag With No Name and Sally Vate, at Centre Stage Brighton raised an impressive £550 for the charity. According to MindOut, this vital money will go towards funding services and equates By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Community News Brighton & Hove LGBT Switchboard welcomes new interim CEO Sam Price Brighton & Hove LGBT Switchboard has welcomed new interim CEO Sam Price, who has over 20 years’ experience in charity leadership, fundraising, governance and service delivery in a variety of settings including domestic abuse, housing, disability and international development. “It’s an honour to join By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Community News Brighton & Hove LGBT Switchboard team member launches new initiative for low-income LGBTQ+ people in Brighton & Hove One of Brighton & Hove LGBT Switchboard‘s team members Reuben has launched a new initiative outside of his role at Switchboard. The Village Foodbank is a new initiative for low-income LGBTQ+ people in Brighton & Hove to access food, toiletries and other essentials in an affirming community space. A By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Sport Brighton & Hove ready to welcome Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 with Australia, Ireland, New Zealand and England’s Red Roses bidding to become champions Rugby players and fans from Australia, Ireland, New Zealand and England will descend on the city next September as they bid to become the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 champions Matches at the Brighton & Hove Community Stadium will include the current world cup title holders New Zealand as well as En By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Community News “Let’s make a difference together!” Charles Street Tap to host World AIDS Day fundraiser for Terrence Higgins Trust Charles Street Tap, one of our favourite LGBTQ+ venues in Brighton, is hosting a star-studded fundraiser for Terrence Higgins Trust on World AIDS Day, Sunday, December 1. Head along for a massive night of raffles, fundraising and fabulous performances from 7pm: Alfie Ordinary, Drag With No Name, Bag By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Community Statement from Chris Gull, Chair of the Brighton Rainbow Fund The Brighton Rainbow Fund remains a vital and unique institution that has been instrumental in advancing many essential services in our city. The dedicated staff at The Ledward Centre continue their important work, and Brighton Pride, under Paul Kemp’s leadership, maintains its crucial community fun By Scene Editorial Team • 3 min read
Community News (Yule Be) Home For Christmas: Actually Gay Men’s Chorus Christmas shows to raise funds for Sussex Beacon Join Actually Gay Men’s Chorus (AGMC) at St Mary’s Church in Kemptown for two magical evenings filled with laughter, beautiful harmonies, and Christmas cheer that will leave you with memories to cherish. On Friday, December 20 and Saturday, December 21, you’ll be serenaded with seasonal songs, and e By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Community News Annual World AIDS Day Concert to light up St Mary’s Church, Kemptown Get ready to celebrate the power of music and community as our LGBTQ+ choirs commemorate World AIDS Day with another spectacular concert at St Mary’s Church, Kemptown on December 1. The annual event – a night of unforgettable music, community, and celebration, which will honour those affected by HIV By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Food & Drink Bon appetit! Hervé’s Café is not just somewhere to have breakfast but also brunch, tea, coffee and delicious cake… Hervé’s Café on St James’s Street, Brighton is not just somewhere to have breakfast but also brunch, tea, coffee and delicious cake. Mixing French and British fare, all our dishes are handmade either by ourselves or local artisan always trying to use as many local produces as possible. In the mornin By Contributor • 1 min read
Community News Brighton-inspired banners by local gay artist Dave Pop! up for auction to help support city centre projects Following the success of this summer’s vibrant city centre dressing campaign, Brilliant Brighton (also known as Brighton’s city centre Business Improvement District (BID); a not-for-profit organisation formed of 517 city centre businesses) has announced the auction of the fun and fabulous banners de By Graham Robson • 2 min read
