Community News Brighton Box Gallery to raffle framed photo of legendary performer Miss Jason for the Sussex Beacon The team at the Brighton Box Gallery in Brighton have announced a delightful framed photo of legendary drag performer and community champion Miss Jason, who we sadly lost earlier this year, is being raffled, with all proceeds being donated to local HIV charity, the Sussex Beacon.The photo, created b By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Community News Celebrate Brighton & Hove Pride at Dukes Lane Pride community event, fundraising for Sussex Beacon and featuring Actually Gay Men’s Chorus and Lovinia Belle Join Dukes Lane businesses to enjoy Brighton & Hove Pride, this August, as the Lane transforms into a bustling hub with two days of free live entertainment, exclusive offers and much more, on Saturday, 3 and Sunday, 4 August. By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Pride Brighton Railway Club to raise funds for Sussex Beacon at Pre-Pride Special with Davina Sparkle and Tabitha Wild Brighton Railway Club is to raise funds for local HIV charity the Sussex Beacon at its Pre-Pride Party on Friday, August 2 from 7.30pm. This year, dynamic duo Davina Sparkle and Tabitha Wild will be entertaining the crowd, getting everyone well and truly in the mood for this year’s Brighton & Hove P By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Community News Fundraising Champion: The Sussex Beacon awards The Sussex pub in Hove with certificate after raising over £5,000 for the HIV charity Local HIV charity the Sussex Beacon has awarded the new general manager of The Sussex pub in Hove with a certificate after the venue raised an incredible £5,000 for the charity. The Sussex Beacon said on Facebook: “In August 2021 we met with Mike, the new general manager at The Sussex, to discuss a By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Brighton Bear Weekend Brighton Bear Weekend’s Annual Easter Quiz to raise funds for the Sussex Beacon and the Brighton Rainbow Fund Brighton Bear Weekend (BBW) has announced the return of its Annual Easter Quiz, which will raise funds for the Sussex Beacon and the Brighton Rainbow Fund, at Camelford Arms, Brighton on Thursday, March 28 at 9pm sharp. BBW said” “Ready to hop into some quiz fun and a chance to win a fabulous £300 c By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Brighton Bear Weekend Brighton Bear Weekend: A Celebration of Community and Charity In the heart of Brighton, a special event unfolded on the evening of February 27 at the Fallen Angel. It was a night dedicated to expressing gratitude and celebrating the collective efforts that made the Brighton Bear Weekend a resounding success. The gathering wasn’t just any event; it was a testam By Contributor • 3 min read
Community News Team Beacon smashes Brighton Half Marathon, raising in excess of £70,000 for Brighton-based HIV charity, the Sussex Beacon Celebrities from Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins provided extra inspiration for hundreds of people running to raise funds for the Sussex Beacon at this year’s Brighton Half Marathon, which took place on Sunday, February 25. DS Chris Oliver, known for putting the likes of Zoe Lyons and James ‘Arg’ Arge By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Cabaret All aboard! Miss Jason’s Big Birthday Fundraiser at Legends to raise funds for the Sussex Beacon Miss Jason‘s Big Birthday Fundraiser for local HIV charity for the Sussex Beacon is to take place tonight at Legends from 7.30pm. In addition to the star of the show, onboard entertainment features an incredible lineup of Rustie Lee, Alfie Ordinary, Allan Jay, Baroness Mary Golds, Billie Gold and Ja By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Community News Thousands of runners take part in the Brighton Half Marathon – the main fundraising event for local HIV charity the Sussex Beacon Thousands of runners turned out for the Brighton Half Marathon this morning, in fresh conditions, running 13.1 miles around the city of Brighton. The event, the main fundraising event for local HIV charity the Sussex Beacon, marks the 34th anniversary of the Brighton Half Marathon. The event kicked By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Fundraising News Gay Welsh rugby legend Gareth Thomas CBE to start this year’s Brighton Half Marathon – the main fundraising event for local HIV charity, the Sussex Beacon This year’s Brighton Half Marathon, the main fundraising event for local HIV charity the Sussex Beacon, which takes place on Brighton seafront on Sunday, February 25, will be started by gay Welsh rugby legend Gareth Thomas CBE, one of the most iconic and respected figures in world rugby. In 2009, Ga By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Community News The Sussex Beacon appoints new CEO, Rachel Brett The trustees of local HIV charity, the Sussex Beacon, are delighted to announce the appointment of Rachel Brett as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective April 2024. Rachel will be joining the Sussex Beacon from YMCA Downslink, where she has held the position of Director of Children & Young Peop By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Arts Cinderella Remixed: Brighton’s alternative panto boasts cast made up of cream of Brighton’s queer scene Brian Butler gets ready for drag stars, solo singers and boy dancers By Brian Butler • 2 min read
Fundraising News Reality TV star, James ‘Arg’ Argent, joins Team Beacon for Brighton Half Marathon 2024 Having recently taken on one of the most gruelling challenges imaginable, when he joined the cast of Channel 4’s celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins, reality TV star James ‘Arg’ Argent will now be taking on the challenge of the Brighton Half Marathon as part of Team Beacon, in support of the Sussex Beacon By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Pic by Simon Pepper Photography HIV Let Communities Lead: Working towards zero HIV stigma and discrimination in Brighton & Hove Words by Eileen Nixon, Consultant Nurse and co-chair of HIV Stigma Group. Photos by Simon Pepper Photography. In spirit of the global theme for this year’s World AIDS Day – Let Communities Lead – I am writing on behalf of the Brighton & Hove Fast Track City Towards Zero HIV Stigma Group. The HIV St By Contributor • 3 min read
Community News Jason Sutton aka drag icon Miss Jason becomes Patron of the Sussex Beacon Brighton-based HIV charity the Sussex Beacon has announced Jason Sutton has become a Patron of the charity. Known to many as ‘Miss Jason’, Jason’s work as a drag performer has thrilled audiences across the nation for many years. His unique style has made him a favourite of people of all ages. Paul H By Graham Robson • 1 min read
LGBTQ+ News Lunch Positive and Sussex Beacon volunteer Phil Gale shortlisted for Gaydio Pride Awards 2024 Today (Friday, November 24), Gaydio has announced the shortlist for the Gaydio Pride Awards 2024 with Hilton, a ceremony dedicated to recognising and celebrating the efforts made to better LGBTQ+ lives in the UK. Lunch Positive, the local HIV charity in Brighton, has been shortlisted for the LGBTQ+ By Graham Robson • 3 min read
Community News Iconic musician Holly Johnson visits local HIV charity, the Sussex Beacon Legendary musician Holly Johnson took time out of his Holly Johnson Says Relax tour last week, to visit local HIV charity, the Sussex Beacon. Ahead of a show that night at the Brighton Dome, Holly and a few close friends spent time looking around the main centre of the Beacon, chatting with members By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Fundraising News A Gift of Time charity calendar to raise funds for Terrence Higgins Trust and Sussex Beacon A Gift of Time charity calendar has been announced, making 2024 a year of compassion. This calendar isn’t just about marking the days; it’s about making each day count. The Gift of Time charity calendar is a heartwarming tribute to those who generously give their time to make a difference. This cale By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Fundraising News “A fabulous result!” Local HIV charity Sussex Beacon raises £450 from Everybody’s Talking About Jamie in Brighton Local HIV charity Sussex Beacon raised almost £450 after two performances of Everybody’s Talking About Jamie, the feel-good musical which was at Theatre Royal Brighton this month. The Sussex Beacon said: “Although the show has left Brighton to entertain and thrill the people of Leeds, there’s no dou By Graham Robson • 1 min read
LGBTQ+ News Whip crack away! Sussex Beacon’s Bizarre Bazaar to take place this Sunday The Sussex Beacon has announced its infamous, annual Bizarre Bazaar will take place at the charity’s St James’s Street store on Sunday, October 29 from 11am-3pm. Stock up on fetish wear, leatherware & accessories, kinky clothing, rubber gear, whips & chains, masks/blindfolds and hoods, adult literat By Graham Robson • 1 min read
HIV The Sussex Beacon – A Year In Review It has been a busy year for the Sussex Beacon, the Brighton-based charity supporting and caring for people living with HIV. The Beacon’s Inpatient Unit remains very much in demand, adapting to meet the changing needs of service users over the years. Meanwhile, its Community Services Team has been ex By Contributor • 3 min read
Exhibitions Illustrator Steve Brown gears up for exhibition of stunning artworks at Brighton Box Illustrator Steve Brown is gearing up to exhibit a stunning collection of artworks at Brighton Box in the heart of the city. The exhibition launches on Wednesday, November 15 from 6pm and at the launch, Brighton Box will be raising funds for local HIV charity the Sussex Beacon, who said: “We’re supe By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Brighton Bear Weekend Bears at The Fallen Angel with Brighton Bear Weekend on Saturday, November 4 Gear up for a night to remember on Saturday, November 4 from 8.30pm – 12.30am, for Bears at The Fallen Angel – a night of furry fun, laughter, and some great music with the boys from Brighton Bear Weekend, all in aid of the Sussex Beacon and the Brighton Rainbow Fund. Brighton Bear Weekend say: “Gro By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Community News Brighton Bear Weekend announces monthly bear social event, which raises funds for Sussex Beacon and Brighton Rainbow Fund, has a new home! The Bears at The Fallen Angel launch night is Saturday, September 2 at Fallen Angel Brighton, 24 Grafton Street, Kemptown, BN2 1AQ. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
