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INSIDE THIS ISSUE 07/ FEATURE
Airbnb opportunities
08/ EVENTS
Top picks for May
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elcome to the May issue of your guide to what’s on and what’s good in Brighton and Hove. We are spoilt for choice this month as May sees The Brighton Fringe, Brighton Festival and The Great Escape open their doors. A key fixture in the Brighton diary, it’s the largest open-access arts festival in England. Launching this month, The Fringe is an amazing collection of performances and we’re excited to bring you our interview with Julian Caddy, CEO of the Brighton Fringe! The Brighton Festival is also here - this is England’s leading multi-arts festival with another collection of great performances. And there’s The Great Escape, too - at the festival for new music, you can see some of the best new bands and artists at various venues across the city. We’ve included some of our special Fringe and Festival picks for you but please do check the full festival programmes - there’s so much good stuff on offer that we couldn’t possibly do it justice in just these pages! We’ve got some cracking insights on health and well-being this month - the inside scoop on some cutting-edge wellness technology in our review of Cryobright, a Hove clinic offering cryotherapy services, as well as fitness tips and an introduction to our exciting new relationship advice column! And whilst we’re on the subject of love, there’s also our review of the new Hotel Pelirocco boutique bedroom. And of course, we have the latest insights on where to eat, where to drink and where to party this month - have no fear. So what are you waiting for? Dive in and Discover Brighton!
21/ PUBS
May highlights
23/ LIVE MUSIC
Years & Years and more...
25/ CLUBS
Club night event this month
27/ LOVE
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29/ STREET ART May urban artwork
31/ FAMILY
Entertainment for all the family
33/ WELL-BEING
Clean Airways & Cryobright
37/ FEATURE Hotel Pelirocco
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Exciting opportunities for you on Airbnb.
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righton Holiday Properties is excited to work with home-owners to empower them to make the most out of their property. They specialise in the short-term lettings market and have a wealth of experience in turning properties into places that customers can’t wait to stay. They provide a range of services to clients who want to get their property on Airbnb from interior design, guest management, cleaning and maintenance. Brighton Holiday Properties can offer bespoke packages depending upon the individual client’s need. Allan and Toni Robinson are two Brighton and Hove residents who decided to take advantage of the exciting Airbnb market. After deciding to semi-retire, Allan and his wife decided to put their home in Clifton Hill on Airbnb. Their plan was to spend time travelling and let the house out on Airbnb whilst they did so. Because it was their home, it was
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so important to Allan that they could work with a company they could trust: “We’ve only got the one property and it’s our home, it’s not a business.” Allan has been working with Brighton Holiday Properties, a company of the Khalil Property Group, led by Ahmed Khalil. Allan said that feeling comfortable within that working relationship was hugely important: “We decided that he was someone who we could trust. And that was very important, that the trust was there. Because - I’ll reiterate it - it’s our home. We live in it and we’re very proud of it. And because of that, we had to have someone to work with who we could trust, and someone who knew the business, knew how it had to run and had a good team behind them.” Brighton Holiday Properties work with Allan to handle the guest management - from communication, cleaning to maintenance. Allan spoke to the convenience that a hosting
company provides so that he doesn’t have to worry about it: “If there are any problems certain things will go wrong, things will break, things will stop working…these are things that Ahmed can handle for us while we’re away. So it’s very important that he’s got a solid network behind him. And it’s been proven true! So we’re really happy with the service that we get from them and we’re really happy with the way they look after things.” So is Allan happy? That’s a resounding yes. “The reviews on Airbnb speak for themselves, really. They do a really good job. We need Ahmed and his team to be on the top of their game and they are.” If you’d like to speak to Ahmed and his team about getting your property on Airbnb, go to brightonholidayproperties.co.uk or call 07984 015 669.
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he highly anticipated Fringe and Brighton Festival returns to Brighton this month and Discover caught up with CEO and Fringe Director Julian Caddy for a quick chat about festivals past and present. How long have you been at the helm at the Fringe? I started at the end of October 2011, so just over a decade. Time flies! Can you recall your first ever Fringe? My first ever visit to Brighton Fringe was in 2006 but it wasn’t until 2009 that I produced a show: Serendipity by Le Navet Bete at the Brunswick Hive. It was quite a different Brighton Fringe back then but a brilliant experience. My first Edinburgh Fringe came in 1996 though, which was when my Fringe journey really began and I’ve never looked back.
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The past two years have been tricky because of lockdown - are you looking forward to things returning to normal? We certainly are. We have some really exciting work this year and I can’t thank the artists, venues, tech teams and everyone else involved enough for making the festival happen. It won’t be the same ‘normal’ that we had in 2019. This is not such a bad thing though as we’ve learned a lot from the pandemic. And we have put on two festivals since March 2020, so we have been keeping ourselves pretty busy! How has lockdown affected the performing arts industry? The lockdowns and restrictions have been hugely challenging on so many levels, particularly from a creative, financial and mental health perspective. We have also seen many people leaving the industry as they’ve needed to pay the bills. We are still feeling the effects as well and costs, supply
chain logistics and recruitment are a real challenge. In many ways the post pandemic time has been the hardest actually. I think, going forward, we will see a leaner, more focussed industry now and we are pulling together a lot more. What do you think performing arts bring to society? The performing arts, and indeed all the arts, reflect us. They are our collective identity and help us to reconnect with each other, ourselves and our culture. Without the arts, there is a fundamental absence of humanity, and indeed no society at all. I love this quote: “Before a child speaks, they sing. Before they write, they paint. And as soon as they stand, they dance.” brightonfringe.org
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08-09 Alan Partridge MAY brightoncentre.co.uk [from £39.05]
The inimitable Alan Partridge is bringing his own unique brand of wisdom, wit and dignitas to Brighton. We’ve all been a bit down in the dumps lately but Partridge has come to show us the way forward. This new show ‘Stratagem’, sees Steve Coogan return to the stage as his classic character. See him work his Partridge magic at the Brighton Centre on 8th and 9th May - tickets start at £39.05.
09 Brighton Big Drag Pageant 2022 MAY brightonfringe.org [f16.00]
One of the hottest tickets for last year’s Fringe returns - the Brighton Big Drag Pageant 2022! There’ll be special judges and guests as well as plenty of talent and lip sync skills on display. Hosted by Alfie Ordinary, this is an essential event for any drag fan. See who snatches the crown on 9th May at the Brighton Spiegeltent. Tickets are £16.00, concessions available.
10,17,31 Alex Farrow: Stoic MAY brightonfringe.org [from £5.00]
Stoic is the new show from stand-up comedian Alex Farrow. A former teacher, Farrow’s comedic stylings include musings on philosophy, history and science and have been featured on BBC Radio 4 Extra. His philosophy-themed shows sold out at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2019 and 2021 and now it’s Brighton’s turn to catch him - go to the Caroline of Brunswick on the 10th, 17th or 31st of May. Ticket prices start at £5.00.
The Brighton Centre Kings Road, Brighton, BN1 2GR 01273 290131 Brighton Spiegeltent Old Steine, Pleasure Gardens Brighton BN1 1GY 01273 917272
11 Trixie Mattel MAY brightoncentre.co.uk [from £33.00]
Caroline of Brunswick 39 Ditchling Rd Brighton BN1 4SB 01273 624434
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Trixie Mattel is returning to the UK with her new theatre tour, ‘Grown Up.’ Internationally acclaimed drag queen and musician Trixie is here to wow audiences with her brand new show which promises an electro-folk reinvention - as well as plenty of comedy, too. Stand-up comedian, entrepreneur, entertainer - Trixie Mattel does it all. See her at the Brighton Centre on the 11th May, tickets start at £33.45.
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12 Team Buja MAY brightonfringe.org [£12.00]
Team Buja are a Burundian dance crew bringing their blend of traditional and modern dance to the Brighton Fringe. Formed in 2010, Team Buja travel the world performing their celebration of Burundian culture. A love letter to their culture and heritage, this show is bound to move, inspire and wow. Celebrate with Team Buja on the 12th May at Brighton Open Air Theatre. Tickets are £12.00.
14-15 Weekend Without Walls MAY brightonfestival.org [£ free]
Head down to the i360 on Brighton seafront for a weekend of free theatre performances. The Weekend Without Walls is a collection of shows that take in elements of theatre, contemporary dance and hip hop. Guaranteed to get you thinking, these are pieces looking at contemporary issues, family and friendship. There are two shows on Saturday the 14th and four shows on Sunday the 15th, at the Beach level of the i360.
17/18/21 Wuthering Heights MAY brightonfestival.org [£ variable]
Emma Rice’s new production of Wuthering Heights is joining the Brighton Festival. Emily Brontë’s masterpiece novel about love, obsession and the blurred line in-between is transformed in this stage production into a unique theatrical and musical experience. A production of the Wise Children theatre company, this is the classic story taken to new heights. It’s at the Brighton Dome on 17th, 18th and 21st of May.
Brighton Open Air Theatre Dyke Road Park Dyke Rd Hove BN3 6EH 07391 357542 British Airways i360 Lower Kings Road Brighton BN1 2LN 0333 772 0360
18 Hammer & Tongue’s Open Air MAY Poetry Slam
Brighton Dome Church St Brighton BN1 1UE 01273 709709
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A special edition of the famous Slam poetry contest - Hammer and Tongue are a network of Slam poets and spoken-word artists who are searching to discover new talent. The Open Air Poetry Slam is their Brighton stop there’ll be award-winning headliners and the chance to go through to the Slam final at The Albert Hall. Tickets are £12.00.
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Come join us at the West Pier where Gen Kelsang Thekchen Buddhist Monk Resident Teacher of Bodhisattva KMC Brighton/Hove, will guide us on a beautiful peace inducing meditation called ‘Clarity of Mind’ The Clarity of Mind meditation is a powerful practice for creating deep inner peace. He will also lead us on a powerful practice for developing compassion towards all those who are suffering in this world, followed by sending out peace and happiness to all beings around the world. Everyone is welcome to join us for this moving and inspiring event. Please register for this free event: https://buytickets.at/ bodhisattvakmc/683949
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21-22 Romeo & Juliet MAY brightonfestival.org [£12.50]
Perhaps the most famous love story of all time has a fresh production by award-winning ensemble Windmill Young Actors. This is Romeo and Juliet as you’ve never seen it before - a sixty-strong cast of actors, singers, dancers and spoken word poets with elements of hip hop fusion and rap alongside the original Shakespearean verse. Catch it at Hollingdean Playground and Skatepark on 21st and 22nd May. Tickets are £12.50.
21-23, 28 In PurSUEt MAY brightonfringe.org [£11.00]
This hilarious and moving show sees a Sue Perkins superfan battle to win over the woman of her dreams. An Edinburgh Fringe sell-out, In PurSUEt is a new comedy from Eleanor Higgins that looks at celebrity culture, mental health and the search for self-fulfilment in the age of social media. Funny, fierce and insightful - see in PurSUEt on the 21st, 22nd, 23rd or 28th May at the Rialto Theatre. Tickets are £11.00.
Hollingdean Playground and Skatepark 10 Shenfield Way Brighton BN1 7EX
26 Murder On The MAY Improvised Express
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Did the butler do it? Anything could happen in this performance from comedy improvisation company Pinch Punch. Murder On The Improvised Express is a hilarious new take on the classic murder mystery. Totally improvised - with help from the audience - this show sees a train depart from a station but not everybody survives to the destination. Come crack the case.
Brighton Box thebrightonbox.com [£ free]
The Brighton Box Art Gallery is a fabulous art space on Dukes Lane in the city centre, full of pieces specially curated for Brighton and Hove. This month, they are excited to feature the work of Tim Roney, showcasing his work as a celebrity portrait photographer during the 90’s and 2000’s. They’ve also got a great exhibition by Christopher Crawford, showcasing his Icon collection of pop culture graphic design work.
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Tucked away in the North Laine you will find this small restaurant with an open kitchen by Great British Menu 2017 winner, Micheal Bremner. It is fine dining at its very best, serving creative menus using fresh local produce. The restaurant was voted 16th in the National Restaurant top 100 list in 2016 and recently voted in the top 10% restaurants worldwide by TripAdvisor users. Definitely worth a visit.
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Located on bustling St James’s Street sits this tiny red and black fronted fish and chip shop that also has a few tables outside to sit and watch the world go by. The fish and chips are truly excellent and the permanent queue outside is testament to this. You can purchase a lunch deal for just a fiver too. The homemade fish cakes are a triumph, as are the panko covered deep fried king prawns.
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Serving South Indian street food and craft beer this small independent eaterie is a local gem worth shouting about. Try a thali platter to get a taste of everything with homemade poppadums, curry, biriyani rice, mung bean daal, veg pakoras, naan bread and pomegranate raita. The food will blow you away with its subtle flavours and colourful presentation. A simply gorgeous restaurant with a relaxed, welcoming vibe.
64 Degrees 53 Meeting House Ln Brighton BN1 1HB 01273 770115 Curry Leaf Cafe 60 Ship Street Brighton BN1 1AE 01273 207070
0 4 Moksha Kitchen and Coffee
Moksha Kitchen and Coffee 4-5 York Place Brighton BN1 4GU
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If you’re looking for a well-cooked breakfast then this is the place to come. This contemporary cafe has ample seating outside and inside and is located opposite St Peter’s Church. Serving full & half English breakfasts, pancake stacks American style, amazing coffee and Bloody Marys to die for, this is the place to celebrate the weekend. The homemade hash browns are legendary and once you try them nothing else will do.
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ITALIAN RESTAURANT & GELATERIA We are famous for our takeaway ice creams and bespoke ice cream cakes. Marrocco’s also specialise in Italian cuisine and seafood! We open daily from 8am with our kitchen serving food from midday. To book a table call us on the number below or book via our website.
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Marrocco’s Italian Restaurant & Gelateria By Nancy Duckels If you’ve ever walked along Hove seafront on a sunny (or even not so sunny) day, you’ve probably seen the long lines of people queuing for Marrocco’s ice cream. This place is a bit of a Brighton and Hove institution - it’s been open since 1969 and has seen generations of happy customers. First opened by Renato and Maria Marrocco, and now with their son Peter and business partner Altin at the helm, this is an iconic Hove location for food and drink. First famous for their ice-cream (which we will get to, don’t you worry), Morocco’s also enjoys a splendid reputation for their spectacular seafood platters, available by pre-order. But this is all on top of their standard menu of authentic Italian food, cooked fresh on the premises. We eagerly went along to sample some. The menu is a who’s who of classic Italian cuisine - pizza, pasta, risotto, as well as steak on the grill. Considering the reputation of seafood at Marrocco’s, we decided that we had to try some seafood starters - the Calamari
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Fritti and the king prawns, Gamberoni in Padella. The calamari came in a generous portion, delicious little bits of beautiful squid deep-fried in a light, crispy batter. Dipped in lovely garlic aioli, they were a real delight. The king prawns were huge beauties of crustaceans, that came on a bed of salad leaves dressed in a flavoursome tomato sauce. Any self-respecting customer in an Italian establishment has to try the bread - so we went for the bruschetta starter, too. The bread was crusty yet light and soft, topped with good olive oil, chunks of garlic and chopped cherry tomatoes. Simple Italian flavours at their best and absolutely delicious. For the mains, we decided to try some of the specials section of the menu. First, the sea bass - a beautiful whole grilled fish garnished with lemon, served with buttered seasonal vegetables and a choice of potatoes. We went for the homemade chips, which were golden and thick-cut.
We had to try some pasta Paccheri Con Frutti Di Mare - sheets of wonderful homemade pasta, piled with generous servings of mussels, king prawns and clams, all finished with a tomato cream sauce so good that we mopped the plate with bread at the end. To finish, we simply had to try the Marrocco’s ice cream. We enjoyed a selection - pistachio, chocolate, blueberry cheesecake, strawberry, vanilla, cookies and cream, salted caramel and mango sorbet. What can we say? Those queues are well-deserved. Our particular favourites were the pistachio, blueberry cheesecake, salted caramel and cookies and cream. Although we could just list all of them as they were so good. If you’re after delicious food in a welcoming atmosphere - go to Marrocco’s. It’s as simple as that. marroccos.co.uk 8 Kings Esplanade, Hove BN3 2WA 01273 203 764
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hey say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day - so we had high hopes for The Breakfast Club. The Breakfast Club describe themselves as a ‘caf’ that serves comfort food - lovingly cooked, ethically sourced and served with warmth and hospitality. First founded in Soho by childhood friends Jonathan and Ali in 2005, the Brighton location is one of their rare spots outside of London - a real treat for us here in Brighton and Hove. Located on Market Street, The Breakfast Club is a glorious yellow-fronted building that promises a cheery reception. And this promise was not broken - we were greeted cheerfully by the friendly and welcoming staff and shown to a comfy booth. The smells coming from the kitchen were delicious - we needed to get in on this action. The menu is a marvellous composition of cooked breakfast classics, alternatives and treats pancakes, full English breakfasts, veggie and vegan alternatives,
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french toast dishes, breakfast burritos, as well avocado and egg toast dishes. A proper feel-good menu. We knew that we absolutely had to try the pancakes - described on the menu as ‘locally world famous’, these fluffy delicacies have a great reputation. In order to conduct the most thorough research, we went for both sweet and savoury options. It’s a hard life but somebody has to do it. For the savoury, we had the ‘Bacon, Egg and Cheese McLovin’ - a stack of pancakes with crispy bacon, hash brown, cheese, golden caramelised onions and topped with a beautiful fried egg. It was a delicious combination the light, sweet, fluffy pancakes worked brilliantly with the rich, savoury flavours of bacon and egg. This also came with maple syrup on the side. On the sweet side, we had the classic ‘Pancakes and Berries’ another pancake stack complete with vanilla cream, a variety of berries, lemon and maple syrup. This was quite simply, heaven on a plate. It tasted as beautiful
as it looked (and it looked very beautiful.) Let us assure you that the Breakfast Club pancakes deserve their reputation. We also tried more of a wildcard option, as recommended by our server - the ‘Disco Hash’, a medley of delicious things mixed together to create a party for the mouth: fried potatoes, harissa cheese sauce, pickled onions and red cabbage, spring onion, jalapeños and another beauty of a fried egg. This had a bit of a kick and was a fun alternative to the more traditional breakfast. As well as their fabulous variety of breakfast dishes, The Breakfast Club serves burgers and Saint Elmo’s Fire wings. We’ll be returning to try more - they are open 8am to 4pm Monday to Thursday and 8am to 5pm on Friday to Sunday.
thebreakfastclubcafes.com/ brighton/ 16-17 Market St, Brighton BN1 1HH 01273 947080
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Located at the beginning of London Road shopping area, The Hobgoblin boasts one of the best beer gardens in the city. The garden is the perfect all weather outdoor space with heating and comfortable booths, but also uncovered areas for warmer days. They’ve recently started a kitchen collaboration with Slice who conjure up delicious homemade pizza, the perfect accompaniment to a beer or two.
0 2 Bar Broadway (lgbtq+) barbroadway.com
This all singing, all dancing, musical themed bar has recently undergone external refurbishment to fabulous effect. It’s equipped with TV screens that show music videos and a stage for live performance, making this the ideal hotspot any day of the week. Regular cabaret shows from West End stars and Brighton’s finest performers are free of charge. Go upstairs to Studio for karaoke and many more themed nights.
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The Hobgoblin 31 York Place, Brighton BN1 4GU 01273 682933
A stone’s throw from the beach, on historic Ship Street you’ll find The Walrus with its quirky rooms and winding passageways. There is also a delightful two-story rooftop garden where you can enjoy drinks and delicious high end pub grub.The venue also serves one of the best roasts in Brighton. For late night fun head down to the Walrus Club for regular live music, five-piece bands and cabaret.
Bar Broadway 10 Steine Street Kemptown Brighton BN2 1TY 01273 609777 The Walrus 13-17 Marlborough Pl, Brighton BN1 1UB 01273 607207
0 4 The Curzon (lgbtq+)
The Curzon 10 Ship Street Brighton BN1 1AD 01273 025749
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This unique venue is located in the heart of Kemptown and offers a relaxed and informal vibe to enjoy drinks and food from the in-house kitchen. There are a number of adaptable spaces showing a variety of entertainment including live theatre, cabaret, drag performers, live DJs, comedy nights and more. The venue also has its own cinema, a games room and a heated outdoor bar in the garden.
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12-14 The Great Escape MAY greatescapefestival.com [£ variable]
If you love music, get the dates 11 - 14 May in your diary - The Great Escape music festival is back for 2022. After being cancelled in 2020 and then held online in 2021 due to Covid-19, The Great Escape is back live, loud and in-person. The best new acts are playing in various venues all across Brighton and Hove. The Great Escape is the festival for new music, showcasing five hundred emerging artists from all over the world. Whilst an absolute must for any music-lover, it’s also a diary definite for music industry insiders on the hunt for the next big thing. There’s also The Great Escape Conference, which features panels, debates, keynote speakers and networking opportunities. This is a festival for people who take music seriously, as well as those who just want to enjoy a good show. Artists performing at The Great Escape this year include: Goat Girl, ENNY, Tems, Alfie Templeman, Baby Queen, BC Camplight, Bru-C, Priya Ragu, The Amazons, Bob Vylan, Frankie Stew and Harvey Gunn, Moonchild Sanelly, Blackhaine, Crawlers, Cassyette, Rebecca Black, Mattiel, Yard Act, KEG and so many more. You can buy a ticket for the whole festival or for individual days. Various locations. Contact via info@greatescapefestival.com.
19 Years & Years MAY brightoncentre.co.uk [From £39.40]
Years & Years are at the Brighton Centre with the Night Call tour. Named for the hotly-anticipated third studio album, this tour sees Years and Years now in the new formation of Olly Alexander as a solo performer. With 4.4 billion global streams, Years and Years are a global phenomenon and making waves in the synth-pop and electro scene. See him on 19th May, tickets start at £39.40.
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23 Kate Nash MAY chalkvenue.com [£22.50]
Chalk 13 Pool Valley Brighton BN1 1NJ 01273 232720
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Kate Nash is coming to Brighton with her iconic blend of pop, indie and musings on life and love. She’s on the road with her new European tour for 2022. With a long-awaited new album expected later this year, Kate Nash has been a favourite in the indie scene since she burst onto it with the classic album Made of Bricks in 2007. Catch her at Chalk on 23rd May - tickets are £22.50.
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EVERY Flavour Fridays FRIDAY legendsbrighton.com [£ free]
LGBTQ+ friendly late night venue Legends smash out yet another legendary event happening every Friday night. It’s free entry with amazing drink deals - 2 for £8 mix and match premium vodka, gin or rum from 9pm. The Fabulous Billie Gold performs every week with guests then head on downstairs to the club to dance up a storm until 5am. Have you got the stamina to keep up? It’s the perfect way to celebrate the weekend.
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Music All Night presents a free entry family friendly Garage meets D&B indoor/outdoor event at The Volks featuring live performances from Nicky Blackmarket, Lisa Maffia, Romeo, Ego Trippin, Agro and much more. Under 18s welcome until 9pm and under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. 14 hours of partying with over 40 artists doing what they do best right next to the seafront.
06 Taylor Swift Special MAY popworldparty.co.uk [£9.00]
At a whole night dedicated to Taylor Swift expect to hear all of her hits throughout the night interspersed with the likes of Beyonce, Ariana Grande, Katy Perry, Lady Gaga, Little Mix, JLS and more. The event is hosted at Popworld on West Street and promises to be cheesy but in a really good way. Grab your handbags girls and boys and get yourselves onto that dance floor to boogie the night away until 3am. Solid.
Legends 31-34 Marine Parade Brighton BN2 1TR 01273 624462 Volks 3 Madeira Drive Brighton BN2 IPS 01273 682828 Popworld 59 West Street Brighton BN1 2RA 01273 73117
07 We Are Still Young MAY concorde2.co.uk [from £8.00]
Concorde2 286a Madeira Drive Brighton BN2 1EN 01273 673311
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It’s not everyday that a line-up breaks the internet and We Are Still Young emo festival has done just that. Following the success of their first event last year, Throwback Events return for another night of early 2000s’ fun playing the likes of Chemical Romance, Blink 182, Avril Lavigne, Fall Out Boy, New Found Glory, We Are Kings, The All American Rejects, Sum 41 and many more. Book your tickets online now.
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Wild Side is a new funky barbers on Palmeria square, Hove. We are experienced and cater for everyone in all communities. We promote an inclusive and chilled out friendly atmosphere. All genders welcome! Find us on Booksy by searching ‘Wild Side Barbers’ Open Mon - Sat.
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We are excited to introduce you to our new monthly LOVE column with Tim and Calandra. Tim Richardson and c have been well-known faces in Brighton for a number of years. Business owners, television stars, love and intimacy gurus - these guys do it all! They were the stars of Channel 4’s A Very British Sex Shop, which showed them finding the balance between family life and running their famous sex shop Taboo, on Surrey Street near Brighton train station. Aside from successful businesses in retail and the hotel industry, Tim and Calandra pride themselves on their thriving relationship. They know the importance of making time for each other and keeping their relationship fun and exciting over the long-term. Over the years, they have helped many couples get through low points and hard times with their advice and coaching - and now they are excited to offer this to Discover Brighton readers in our new monthly LOVE column. Does your relationship feel a little less exciting these days? Are you struggling to make time for fun and intimacy? Do you want to know how to improve your communication? Or just how to have more fun as a couple? Tim and Calandra are here to help! Send in your questions to them at editorial@discoverbrighton.org. We will be choosing one to publish in our next issue, along with the answer from Tim and Calandra. We’ll keep you anonymous!
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Street Art. Street art in Brighton is a bit like mushrooms, it pops up with alarming regularity. There’s something new around every corner to discover, as we are so lucky to be home to many talented urban artists. This month’s selection is brought to you from our Feature’s Editor, Sam Harman’s iPhone - please feel free to send us your own images email: design@discoverbrighton.org and we will print the best ones and credit you in the June issue of Discover.
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Boundary Implant Centre. Introducing you to your local state of the art dental practice offering unique care and services.
Boundary Implant Centre can offer Spectacular results to help create a beautiful and healthy smile. With tailored solutions to solve even the most complex of treatments. Dr Boji is highly experienced with special interest in oral surgery and implant placements. Having now placed over 2000 implants you really are in very safe hands. So whether you need one implant or ten, Dr Boji is very well placed to help you create that dream smile. In a relaxed atmosphere we also welcome and care for nervous patients.
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07, 15, 21-22 Komedia Kids MAY komedia.co.uk [£ variable]
Komedia Brighton doesn’t just cater to grownups - there’s lots of great stuff going on there for kids, too! This month, there’s ‘Now That’s What I Call A Lot Of Songs About Science’ - a musical show on 7th and 15th May. The Comedy Club 4 Kids is on the 21st May, a special comedy club show for children. And there’s ‘Oskar’s Amazing Adventure’ on 22nd May: an original play full of humour, adventure and song. Ticket prices vary.
07 Fringe Family Picnic MAY brightonfringe.org [£ free]
Head down to Brighton’s Pavilion Gardens on the 7th May for the Fringe Family Picnic. This event is also celebrating the launch of the Brighton Fringe 2022 - so come celebrate in picnicking style in the historic gardens right at the heart of the city. There’ll be plenty of free family entertainment including impromptu performances, talks, games and activities. Entrance is free for all the family.
21 Andy and the Old Socks MAY brightonfestival.org [£15.00]
One of the most popular bands for children in the UK, Andy and the Odd Socks are here to save the day! Fronted by kids TV presenter Andy Day, Andy and the Odd Socks are CBBC stars and touring the UK this year with a brand new show. Their catchy singalong songs will have you and your little ones bopping along - see them at the Brighton Dome on 22nd May. Tickets are £15.00.
Komedia Kids Komedia 44-47 Gardner Street, Brighton BN1 1UN 01273 647100 Fringe Family Picnic Brighton Pavilion Gardens Brighton BN1 1EE 03000 290 900
28 Groove Into The Woods MAY brightonfestival.org [£12.50/10.00]
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Groove Into the Woods is an animated and live-action musical adventure that will have kids and grown-ups grooving. The show is a production of Groove Baby, a musical company created in order to give families top-notch music in a child-friendly environment. This is high-energy, interactive kids theatre blended with high quality sound. Groove into these woods on 28th May at the Brighton Dome.
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REFRESH, RECOVER, RELAX AT THE FLOAT SPA
If you're having a busy time in Brighton, why not take some time out to relax and rejuvenate? The Float Spa in Hove is the perfect place to take a break and have some time to yourself. Whether you would like to try a relaxing floatation experience, energising infrared sauna session or indulge in your favourite yoga class or massage, we have something to help you feel amazing during your stay. Find out more
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Park fitness with Paul @fasttwitchfitness_ Do you want to get fit? But does the gym sound intimidating? Well, you’re in luck - we’ve spoken to Paul Halpin, former professional boxer and now personal trainer at Brighton’s Underground Gym, to hear about how we can get fit in a more accessible way. We’re so lucky in Brighton and Hove to have plenty of beautiful outdoor space to enjoy. The seafront and the parks across the city are great places to start your fitness journey. Paul says: “We’re so blessed with the parks nowadays, with the way that the council is putting gym equipment in the parks. And we’ve got the internet - you can google anything! There’s no reason why you can’t go work out.” But Paul reminds us that it’s important to check that you’re doing exercises correctly: “Before you start lifting anything, you should make sure that your movement patterns are correct - that you can squat correctly, that you can lunge correctly, you can do a press-up properly.” If you haven’t got time to go to the gym, try Paul’s “simple park circuit” to work up a sweat and get your muscles working! 10 squats, 10 press-ups, 10 lunges, 10 bench dips, 20 plank shoulder taps, Run approximately 200 metres (repeat 3 - 5 times).
Clear-Airways clear-airways.co.uk Local ladies Debi and Kirsty worked for a major UK airline for a number of years until Covid-19 halted their working lives. With time on their hands, and mouths to feed, Debi and Kirsty couldn’t sit around and do nothing! This is where Clear Airways was born. As cabin crew, they needed to be highly trained in many areas - whether it be a medical emergency, fire or security risk on board as well as being childminders and social workers - cabin crew don’t just serve tea and coffee! They realised that their first aid skills were transferable to their everyday lives and wanted to share their knowledge. They’ve seen first-hand that life-saving skills really do work. Debi and Kirsty say: “We saw a niche in the market for First Aid Training and decided to go back to college, retrain to get our teaching qualification and become first aid instructors.” Over the last 18 months, Clear Airways has really taken off! We have gone into numerous local businesses to train their staff: restaurants, the fitness industry, school teachers, as well as new parents. We are a fully regulated company and our courses are in line with insurance. Please contact us for a bespoke quote, we promise it will be fun and informative!
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ryobright is a wellness business with an icy twist - cryotherapy. Independently owned and family run, Cryobright is the first and only clinic in Sussex to specialise in whole body and localised cryotherapy. Cryotherapy harnesses the power of extreme cold to activate the body’s natural healing capability, by triggering a number of physiological responses. Whilst the benefits are far-reaching and varied, they include reducing inflammation, anti-ageing effects, boosting mood, energy, metabolism and immune system, aiding sports recovery and pain relief. Run by Shelley and Rob Tregidga, Cryobright is a light, airy and modern space on Church Road in Hove. They tell me that business is going well: “We’ve had a great start since we opened our doors… it’s been incredibly rewarding to see how people have benefited from our services, from athletes seeking faster recovery and people struggling with symptoms of autoimmune conditions such as arthritis. We have invested in the very best science backed technologies to help people optimise their mental and physical health and wellbeing.” Time to get these benefits for myself - first, the cryotherapy
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chamber experience. As I changed into the clothes I’d been given to wear (sports gear, gloves and socks to protect the extremities!) I felt excited and a little nervous. However, Rob talked me through the science and what to expect, as well as taking some basic health information. Feeling reassured, I chose a song to play inside the chamber (nice touch) and then stepped inside. What can I say? Well - it was cold! Considering it’s -85 degrees celsius in there, it would be. I remembered that Rob had recommended having a wiggle and found that this helped. Rob counted down the minutes for me via hand signal and three minutes, 45 seconds later, opened the door. I stepped out feeling exhilarated - I sensed that my body had just been through something extraordinary, and felt a rush of tingles and warmth. It was a buzz. Next up, leg compression therapy - these are sleeves that go over the legs and apply pressure through inflation and deflation. This clears metabolic waste build-up and helps deliver oxygen and nutrients to the leg muscles, perfect for post workout recovery. I sat and chatted to Rob while the compression therapy did its work. He told me that they’ve built up
a great relationship with their customers: “We have built such a loyal, friendly and supportive community of people who come and see us regularly, recommend us to their friends and networks and encourage and support us.” Shelley added: “I absolutely love running a business in my home town. Brighton and Hove is amazing, the people are amazing, everyone is so friendly and supportive and people genuinely care about their health and wellbeing and that of others.’’ The final stop on my tour of Cryobright was the CryoFace mask. This face mask uses cooled air and LED light therapy to trigger a natural healing response in the skin. The benefits include boosted collagen production, pore shrinkage and reduced inflammation - yes please! Sadly, this visit had to come to a close. I walked back to my car with a definite spring in my step, feeling positive, energised and bright! Cryobright also offers hands-on therapies, including massage and assisted stretch as well an infrared sauna - I think I might need to go back to try those. cryobright.co.uk 197-199 Church Road, Hove 01273 777 474
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“Wellness that fits around you” podmassage.co.uk Discover Brighton readers can enjoy 25% off of a standard 20 minute massage using code DISM22 when booking
Targeted, full body & stretch. Massage therapies from £15 Bookings: brighton@podmassage.co.uk Find us: 4 Hanningtons Lane, Brighton, BN1 1GS. 07895 254 261
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eatures Editor Samantha Harman checks out the new kinky themed room ‘Taboo’ and breakfast at Hotel Pelirocco. Anyone who knows me will tell you I’m obsessed with the Pelirocco - visit and you’ll know why. This quirky, boutique hotel embodies the ethos of Brighton, it’s sexy and cool with themed rooms, a cute tiki bar and iconic artwork. As luck would have it a new room has been created giving me an excuse to return to one of my favourite Brighton haunts. The Taboo room, created by sex shop owner of the same name and former star of Channel 4’s, A Very British Sex Show, Tim Richardson, is a glamorous take on kink. Everything is there to encourage the mood including mirrored ceiling, velvet chaise longue, cuffing points on the bed and a St Andrew’s cross adorns the wall. To say it’s an introduction to the lifestyle is fair and whether you’re a seasoned kinkster or just curious this is the perfect room for you. One of my favourite touches ISSUE THREE | MAY 2022
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is the room door which is a giveaway to what lies behind it, bright red velvet with a pair of fixed handcuffs… Marco, hotel manager extraordinaire, wanted to create something tongue in cheek, and designer Tim understood the sexy but fun assignment perfectly - the room wouldn’t be intimidating if it was the only room available on a busy night. Anyone over 18 could stay here and feel comfortable. (Or uncomfortable if you wished winky face...) Breakfast is an essential part of your stay and the menu is impressive. Also, word to the wise - if you book directly through the website then it’s included in the price. My partner and I chose the classics; Eggs Benedict and a full English. We opted to sit downstairs in the bar area on comfy retro armchairs and were offered tea, coffee and juice. You don’t have to eat downstairs, guests can upgrade and have a Lovebird package for only £99 which includes; breakfast in bed, a late checkout, Bolney Estate Sparkling Wine, chocolates and
fresh flowers. (other packages are available.) The food arrived without delay and both portions were huge. On my plate was sausage, bacon, two fried eggs, mushrooms, a grilled tomato, fried potatoes and a slice of toast. All high quality local produce is used, the meat comes from the Brighton Sausage Company, and the eggs are free range. Everything was cooked to perfection and I couldn’t eat it all. The Eggs Benedict were a triumph, perfect runny orange yolks sitting on top of a toasted muffin smothered in the creamiest Hollandaise sauce. We were both pleasantly full and decided to walk it off on the seafront, which is just a stone’s throw away. I can’t emphasise how amazing this place is - you’re guaranteed a warm welcome and a unique experience every time. Like a homing pigeon, I hope to return soon.
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A brand new fitness studio delivering classes for women and seniors in the heart of Hove!
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Brighton’s coolest, naughtiest and sexiest store! we offer cool homeware and gifts, tempting toys, an extensive range of erotic accessories, clothing and lots of other seductive treats.
43 GARDNER ST, BRIGHTON BN1 1UN LUST.CO.UK | 01273 699 344 At Lust! we pride ourselves on offering something for everyone in an open, inclusive and welcoming environment. Our all-female staff have an expansive expertise in what we do, and helping our customers to bring more sensual fun into their lives is what we do best. There is no question too big or too small!
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