Latest Events in Brighton and Hove(June Updated)

The Brighton Vintage Furniture & Flea SHOP VINTAGE FURNITURE, HOMEWARE AND FAS HION FROM OVER 40 TRADERS! When : Saturday 7th June 2025 Where : St Bartholomew's Church, Ann Street, Brighton, BN1 4GP What time : 10:30am (early entry) / 11:30am (general entry) - 3:30pm Ticket details : Under 16s go free to our events - so do not require a ticket. Pre-book tickets online: £3 EARLY ENTRY TICKET - ENTRY FROM 10:30AM £2 GENERAL ENTRY TICKET - ENTRY FROM 11:30AM Or buy on the door: £3 ON THE DOOR - ENTRY FROM 11:30AM PREBOOK ONLINE TODAY TO SAVE! We recommend buying your Early Entry tickets in advance as these often sell out! These give you priority access in the morning & guarantee entry ahead of those paying on the day. General Infomation: This is a dog friendly event - so bring your furry friends! Buses stop in London Road close to Boots. We are about a five minute walk from Brighton Railway Station. There is a public car park (London Road Car Park) just behind the church on Providence Place. Some traders will agree to deliver larger pieces of furniture locally. You can pay with cash and card on the door. Traders accept cash and card payments. Whats it all about? Our traders travel from around London and the UK to bring you a lovely eclectic mix of mid-century furniture, vintage fashion & homewares. Doing away with expensive replicas and focusing on quality and affordability, the Flea provides an antidote; a celebration of mid-century living from the 50s and beyond, the event offers up TOP vintage traders, all offering furniture and homewares without costing the earth. With traders coming from all over the UK, expect to see the eclectic chairs, tables and more by giants like Ercol and G-Plan, barware and kitchenalia, textiles and fabrics, sewing machines, cameras, record players and radios, cocktail glasses and figurines, posters and magazines, lampshades, mirrors and more - from toys to telephones, ceramics to lighting, no box is left unticked. PLUS we will be include some top quality traders in vintage fashion, jewellery and accessories from the 1920s all the way through to the 1980s. Offering up an authentic vintage clothing shopping experience. Want to book a stall with us? If you're a trader looking to book a stall at our events you will need to fill out a new trader form HERE and if you have any problems please email bookings@judysvintagefair.com Retro Regards, Team Flea xx Please Note: Tickets to this event are non-refundable Information Source: The Vintage Furniture Flea | eventbrite

Welcome to Brighton Comic-Con ! Get ready for a day filled with all things comics, anime, gaming, and pop culture. Join us on Sat Jun 14 2025 at Amex Stadium starting at 10:00 AM . Meet your favorite artists, browse through unique merchandise, participate in cosplay contests, and attend exciting panels and workshops. Whether you're a hardcore fan or just looking for a fun day out, Brighton Comic-Con has something for everyone. Don't miss out on this epic event! Information Source: Creed Conventions | eventbrite

Nats25 - The UK National Yo-yo Contest Date: 28th June 2025 Location: The British Engineerium Get ready to witness some mind-blowing yo-yo tricks at Nats25 ! The UK's top yo-yo enthusiasts will battle it out for the title of National Champion. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, this event is a must-see for all yo-yo fans. Join us at The British Engineerium for a day filled with jaw-dropping performances and friendly competition. Don't miss out on the excitement - mark your calendars now! Doors open from 10am Events running Style Showcase Trick Ladder Junior 1A Divison X Division 1A Final Division Demontrations from some of the best yoyo players in Europe & beyond *PLEASE NOTE - If you or your child would like to enter any division at the competition, you'll need to do so via byya.co.uk/nats25 , this is for spectator tickets only. Information Source: BYYA | eventbrite

Please contact boxoffice@roedean.co.uk to book in accessible seating and parking. Concessions include students (with ID), over 60s and children under 12. Information Source: Roedean Theatre | eventbrite

Opening the first weekend of 2025 On The Beach summer festival, we are thrilled to welcome Bonobo back to his hometown of Brighton for OUTLIER.

Join us for a powerful and uplifting evening as Ann Theato, a gifted and compassionate medium, opens the doorway between this world and the next. With sensitivity, warmth, and a deep respect for spirit, Ann will deliver heartfelt and meaningful messages from loved ones who have passed — bringing comfort, healing, and undeniable evidence of life after life. During this special event, audience members may receive personal connections from the spirit world. These messages may include names, memories, shared moments, and words of encouragement — reminding us that those we love are never truly gone, just transformed. Whether you are hoping for a message or simply wish to witness the incredible power of spirit communication, this is an evening to inspire faith, hope, and connection. Information Source: eventbrite

APE Origins is a high-energy, team-based fitness event designed to push both mind and body to the limit. Featuring unpredictable workouts and unconventional equipment, this is not just another competition - it’s a revolution in functional fitness. Participants will face a series of challenging workouts that test strength, endurance, strategy, and teamwork. Each challenge is designed to be unpredictable, forcing competitors to adapt, think fast, and push past their limits. More than just a competition, APE Origins is about community, camaraderie, and proving what you’re capable of. Whether you're an experienced athlete or simply love a challenge, this event will push you in ways you never expected. Information Source: APE Origins | eventbrite

Karimi uses a range of methods, including monotypes, wood- and linocuts and gouache; combined, they create a lively dialogue between the artist and his work. Landscapes and views are often merely hinted at – humans are the true heart of Karimi’s work, appearing as portraits, in classic poses, as lying and seated nudes, alone and in groups. The room around them is diffuse, sometimes suggested by a doorway flooded with light, other times by another person appearing at the edge of the picture. Two people face one another, rigid as statues, separated by a light expanse of color, of water? His figures seem delicate and brittle, as does the scenery they move within. They all portray small episodes within a unique moment – like the worm crawling towards the apple – that disappear almost before we have fully grasped their significance.

Welcome to Brighton Comic-Con! Get ready for a day filled with all things comics, anime, gaming, and pop culture. Join us on Sat Jun 14 2025 at Amex Stadium starting at 10:00 AM. Meet your favorite artists, browse through unique merchandise, participate in cosplay contests, and attend exciting panels and workshops. Whether you're a hardcore fan or just looking for a fun day out, Brighton Comic-Con has something for everyone. Don't miss out on this epic event! Information Source: Creed Conventions | eventbrite

This masterclass will set you firmly on your way to being a crime writer. Your tutor – a former police chief superintendent and now crime writer – will guide you through the nature of the genre and its sub genre, understanding the world of crime, villainy and policing, then we will get on to the actual writing. We will work through how to develop gripping characters, settings, how to plot, write authentic dialogue, and craft twists, arcs and endings. Come prepared for a blistering day and armed with all the questions you’ve always wanted to ask someone who’s done it for real and now makes it up for fiction. The session will be run by Graham Bartlett. After thirty years of policing, whereby Graham Bartlett became Brighton and Hove police’s chief superintendent, a senior homicide detective and a public order and firearms commander, he is now a best-selling crime fiction and non-fiction author, and police and crime advisor. His debut non-fiction, Death Comes Knocking, written with Peter James, was a Sunday Times Top Ten bestseller, and Peter and Graham followed this up with the critically acclaimed Babes in the Wood. Since then, Graham has had three solo crime novels published; Bad for Good (Sunday Times Top Ten Best Seller, Winner of Crime Fiction Lover Editors’ Choice Award 2022 and Nominated for Specsavers Debut of the Year 2022), Force of Hate, and City on Fire. As a police procedure and crime advisor, Graham works with over 200 authors and TV writers (including Peter James, Elly Griffiths, Anthony Horowitz, Ruth Ware, Mark Billingham and the BBC), helping them inject authenticity into their work. The session will be held at the Jubilee Library in Brighton and will run from 11-5pm with an hour for lunch. The venue is fully accessible, near the train station and bus routes and with plenty of options for lunch (including bringing your own). The workshop is part of a series of one-day masterclasses held in the summer They are open to existing students on the Creative Writing Programme and other writers looking to improve specific areas of their writing craft. The summer masterclasses are: 10-4pm 13th June (Kemptown Bookshop, Brighton) Life writing and imagination –Hannah Vincent 10-4pm 14th June (Jubilee Library, Brighton) Timeless Tales : making meaning of myths and writing new ones – Vayu Naidu 11-5pm 15th June (Jubilee Library, Brighton) Writing crime – Graham Bartlett 10-4pm 28th June (online) Exploring experimental fiction – Charlie Hill 10-4pm 29th June (online) Writing Short stories – Henry Tydeman First year students on the Creative Writing Programme receive two free masterclasses a year as part of their programme fee and can book the free places. Other writers need to pay for a place which costs £65 for the online masterclass and £75 for the in-person one. Tickets are non-refundable except under exceptional circumstances. If you have any questions about these workshops, please email cathy@creativewritingprogramme.org.uk Information Source: The Creative Writing Programme | eventbrite

Chris Carter will be joining us in May to celebrate the paperback release of 'The Death Watcher', the 13th adrenaline-packed Robert Hunter thriller. Chris Carter is coming to Brighton Waterstones to chat about his mega- selling Robert Hunter series and celebrate the paperback release of the intensely dark and chilling 'The Death Watcher'. When a routine autopsy on what looked like a straightforward hit-and-run leads the LA Chief Medical Examiner, Dr Carolyn Hove, to discover some puzzling inconsistencies, she calls in Detective Robert Hunter of the LAPD Ultra Violent Crimes Unit. Not only has Dr Hove discovered that the death wasn’t caused by a hit-and-run, but she has also found indications that the victim had been severely tortured prior to death. What no one realises is that what Dr Hove has stumbled upon is just the tip of the iceberg and it will lead Hunter and his partner, Carlos Garcia, on the trail of a twisted and clever killer who hides in plain sight. A serial killer no one even knew existed – a killer who has always operated under the radar, expertly disguising every gruesome murder as an accidental death. But how do you investigate a murder when you have no victims? How do you catch a killer who leaves behind no crime scene? How do you stop a ghost who no one can prove even exists? Book & ticket option includes a paperback copy of 'The Death Watcher' (rrp £9.99) available for collection on the night. Please be in touch on events@waterstones.com if you have any questions or requirements around accessibility. Information Source: Waterstones | eventbrite

Join us for an extraordinary venture into the world of spirit, with renowned medium Carianne Robins. One of the most passionate and dedicated mediums of our time, Carianne has honed her craft for over twenty years, demonstrating in venues and spiritualist churches across the UK. Carianne featured in the 2024 supernatural documentary, Echoes From The Past, sharing her knowledge and connection with the spirit world to uncover the mystery of a tragic death at a haunted hotel. Bringing her own blend of humour, knowledge and focus, an Evening of Mediumship with Carianne is an event not to be missed. A chance to learn and connect with the afterlife through one of its most charismatic channels. Information Source: eventbrite

Boarding starship 060725, destination Daltons. Gaylien de Mars is inviting you on their journey of self-discovery and gender exploration. In this 1 hour show, with a 30 minute interval, Gaylien will be singing, lipsyncing and transforming to finally answer their lifelong question: ‘Who am I?’ Have they discovered the answer? Or is the sense of self a mythological quest, only completed by beings who have the audacity to love themselves? Content warning: This show explores themes of gender exploration, misgendering, substance abuse and misogyny. Gaylien will be reflecting on their past, using old pronouns and new. Gaylien's pronouns today are they/them. This is an LGBTQIA+ event by and for the queer community and allies. Access and Accessibility information: The venue is accessed via a ramp to the right of Brighton Zip where you will find us underneath. All our entrances are wide with flat surfaces as well as our lovely outdoor seated area having ramps at either end. We have now also completed work on our accessible bathroom which is accessed with a Radar style key. We do hold spare keys on the bar should you not have one and need to borrow one. Information Source: Gaylien de Mars | eventbrite

Taking place on the evening of Wednesday 9 July at the Brighton Dome, the Develop:Star Awards 2025 will recognise the very best games and talent within the industry with categories that enable studios of every size to shine. These awards take place during Develop:Brighton and are all about the game dev community celebrating the creative excellence of the game makers behind the best games of the previous 12 months. F or more visit: https://www.developconference.com/awards Ticket includes access to the pre-dinner drinks reception, dinner and access to the after party. If you book a ticket for the Awards you'll need a wristband to get in, which you can collect from the Develop:Brighton Registration Desk at the DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole between 2pm and 7pm on the date of the ceremony. If you would like to pay via bank transfer rather than credit card please contact developstars@bastion.co.uk Micro Indie Tickets Available - for studios with a team size of four or fewer, discounted seats are available at £190 (+ VAT) at the Early Bird rate (until 5 June) or £235 (+ VAT) thereafter. If you are a micro indie, please contact developstars@bastion.co.uk to find out more. If you have any enquiries regarding the Develop:Star Awards please contact our support team: developstars@bastion.co.uk +44 (0)20 3927 6430 Information Source: Tandem Events | eventbrite

AOT CONFERENCE 2025 10th - 11th July 2025 Brighton Dome This year the annual Association of Otolaryngologists in Training is headed for the sunny south coast! Thursday 10th July : Thursday Social Wildlife Cruise Pier Pressure Escape Rooms Fish and chip dinner on Brighton’s iconic Palace Pier Friday 11th July : Conference and dinner Poster and oral presentations Talks on global health, sustainability in surgery, EDI, wellbeing and curriculum updates 3-course dinner and dancing Information Source: Assocation of Otolaryngologists in Training | eventbrite

AGE LIMIT: 16+ Anyone under 18 MUST be accompanied by an adult Join us for an unforgettable night of live performances celebrating the iconic music of Live Aid. Featuring incredible local talent performing legendary hits from Queen, David Bowie, Elton John, Madonna, and more! After the show, keep the party going with an 80s disco in the bar. All in support of a great cause — we'll be raising money for UNICEF on the night. Come sing, dance, and help make a difference! Doors: 6pm Show: 7pm More info and shows at ironworks-studios.co.uk By purchasing a ticket via Eventbrite for a show at Ironworks Studios you are agreeing to the terms and conditions of the venue- https://www.ironworks-studios.co.uk/terms-conditions SEATING/ACCESSIBILITY There are a limited number of seats with tables All other seating is unreserved If you require a designated wheelchair space please let us know in advance via email to info@ironworks-studios.co.uk If you are eligible for a free PA/carer ticket, please apply here Information Source: Ironworks Studios Brighton | eventbrite

Following a highly successful tour in 2024, Ballet Central returns in 2025 with a brand-new company of dancers and a revitalising programme of classical ballet and contemporary dance. Ballet Central is delighted to announce the first piece in the 2025 summer programme as Frederick Ashton’s majestic Foyer de Danse. Staged for the first time in over 90 years, the ballet brings Edgar Degas paintings to life and has been recreated by the Ashton Foundation. In contrast, Ballet Central presents contemporary works by Dickson Mbi and Thick and Tight. Vastly energetic, Mbi takes influence from his success as a Hip Hop dancer and his signature popping style. Thick and Tight’s theatrical work will combine dance, theatre and mime, whilst commenting on social and political current affairs. The final instalment in this vibrant new programme is Kristen McNally’s modern ballet, sure to charm audiences and showcase the talent of Central School of Ballet’s graduating cohort of 2025. Be the first to hear about the full programme and keep up with all Ballet Central announcements by subscribing to our newsletter. More information at www.balletcentral.co.uk Dance Group Discounts Dance schools and groups of 6+ can access a 50% dicount on tickets. If you are interested in making a group booking, please contact marketing@csbschool.co.uk This performance will take place in the The Jamie Watton Creation Space at South East Dance. Please find below information on accessibility: All floors and rooms in The Dance Space are wheelchair accessibleWe have wheelchair accessible changing facilities and toilets on every floorThe colour scheme and lighting in the building has been designed with visually impaired people in mindInternal signage is used throughout the building and has been designed with visually impaired people and people with autism and learning disabilities in mindIf you would like to discuss access at The Dance Space generally, or have a specific access requirement that you would like to make us aware of, please email hello@southeastdance.org.uk or call +44 (0)7483 098841 Information Source: Central School of Ballet | eventbrite

Brighton’s favourite musical bingo drag night is back! Join us once a month for the ultimate sunset party! Brighton’s Drag Royalty bring you a night of surprises, prizes, fun and giggles, sure to have you singing and dancing to their favourite tracks. Join the party and once the ‘the big kitty’ has been won, our DJs take over, bringing your favourite party hits till 11pm. This is always a sellout, book your tickets today, This isn’t just another night at the bingo; it’s Bingo with belting ballads! The best part? It’s completely FREE! No entry fee, no stress and just £3 if you want to have a chance to win. Want to make it extra special? Take advantage of FREE exclusive beach hut hire—perfectly positioned with panoramic sea and stage views. Table reservations advised to avoid disappointment but if we’re showing as full, still pop down, walk ins welcome. Join us on: Friday 2nd May 2025 Friday 6th June 2025 Friday 4th July 2025 Friday 1st August 2025 Friday 5th September 2025 Arrival 7.45pm, Bingo 8pm - 10pm. Followed by our legendary terrace beach party Sun Beats Down from 10pm – late. Tickets £3pp. Prior booking essential - seating is allocated unless by request. Book at www.brightonmusichall.co.uk to request specific seating beach hut reservations. Information Source: Brighton Music Hall | eventbrite

AGE LIMIT: 16+ Anyone under 18 MUST be accompanied by an adult When three lusty rugger dykes visit A&E the day before a Royal visit, what can ensue except dirty tackles and comic capers! The Lezzwood Players have been startling audiences in and around Brighton since 2012 with their sensational, saucy satires of well-worn theatrical genres. MORE TICKETS AVAILABLE VIA LEZZWOOD PLAYERS WEBSITE: https://carryonlezzbycity.bpt.me DATES/TIMES Fri 6th June: Doors 6.30pm/Show 7.30pm Sun 8th June: Doors 1.30pm/Show 2.30pm By purchasing a ticket, you are agreeing to the venue's Terms & Conditions SEATING/ACCESSIBILITY All seating is unreserved. If you require a designated wheelchair space, please let us know in advance via email as these are limited. Contact us at info@ironworks-studios.co.uk If you are eligible for a free PA/carer ticket you can apply here Information Source: Ironworks Studios Brighton | eventbrite

Belltree Music Therapy Presents: MACAQ, Honey Mooncie, Chloe Pamplin! Join us for a night of incredible music at Brighton Electric Studios! Belltree Music Therapy is thrilled to showcase the talents of MACAQ, Honey Mooncie, and Chloe Pamplin. Get ready for an unforgettable evening filled with amazing performances and good vibes. My name is Lizzy and I am a Music Therapist who is putting on a gig at Brighton Electric Studios where all proceeds will go to supporting Belltree Music Therapy in continuing to provide Music Therapy sessions in local schools. These projects look to support young people's mental health through the use of Music Therapy. Your donations will go directly to support the continuation of these much needed services. Please do come to the gig & donate more if you would like through the gofundme page! https://gofund.me/bf41ed03 Belltree Music Therapy's vision is to make Music Therapy accessible to everyone who needs it. Our mission is to support people who are disadvantaged through illness, disability, social isolation, trauma, or suffering from mental health difficulties which make everyday life a challenge. To build emotional resilience, increase self-esteem and connection with others, thereby strengthening relationships and enabling a better quality of life.We believe that everyone has an equal right to psychological support. We strive to reach those who cannot easily access verbal therapies or would benefit from a reflective, interactive and creative medium. We recognise that everyone has an inbuilt musicality which remains intact regardless of illness or disability. We value this innate ability which we use to build connections with people who find it difficult to express themselves. To find out more about Music Therapy please do visit Belltree's website:https://www.belltree.org.uk/what-is-music-therapy Information Source: eventbrite

Dr. Sarah Simblet is the author of the best-selling book Anatomy for Artists and will be sharing her expertise with us in this intensive two day introduction to human anatomy. If you are interested in learning more about human anatomy to support your figure drawing this practical draw-focused weekend course is a perfect place to start, providing much-needed context to the plethora of learning resources available online. Throughout the weekend Sarah will be giving personal feedback to everybody on the course, ensuring everybody is able to relate the ideas she will introduce to us to your own creative practice.   From September 2025, Sarah will be teaching the most comprehensive human anatomy course for artists in the UK here at the Draw studio. If you are interested in taking part in that course, this two-day introduction will be a great introduction to Sarah’s teaching.     What to Expect   Throughout the weekend Sarah will deliver a series of short lectures on human anatomy, supplemented by guided drawing exercises. Over the weekend you will have the opportunity to draw from anatomical models, skeleton specimens and a life model under the guidance of Sarah Simblet and Draw tutor Jake Spicer.     What to Bring   All materials are included with this workshop. You may wish to bring a sketchbook for taking notes and a plastic folder for taking home your drawings.      Getting to the studio   Approach New England House from the New England Street side of the building and walk up to the locked blue double doors next to the sign for the ‘Building Manager’s Office’. Wait to be let in or call the number on the door for entry - the studio is on level 5, Unit 1 South, just knock and walk in. There is parking at London Road car park, Elder Place & Trafalgar St car parks; Brighton station is a 5 minute walk from the studio  Discounts   The discounted rate is available for anybody on low income, students or Draw Patreon supporters. Become a Draw Patreon supporter by signing up to the Draw Patreon from just £3.60 per month. You’ll get the in-person concessionary rate, plus Patreons get tiered access to a wealth of resources including our extensive artist’s photo reference library, live online life drawing & portrait drawing classes, online recorded courses and much more. Whether you are a Patreon supporter or not, you can post your drawings on the Draw community Facebook group   and tag  @draw_brighton and #drawbrighton on Instagram.     Safety & accessibility     If you have any accessibility needs, please do let us know beforehand on info@draw-brighton.co.uk and we will do everything we can to make sure you can enjoy the classes here. The building has a wheelchair ramp at the North side of the New England Street entrance and lifts up to level 5 with gender-neutral toilets & accessible toilets on floors 4 & 6 accessed by lift.   We keep the studio a safe environment by providing:  Monitored ventilation (aiming for <900ppm CO2)  Air purification with HEPA filters  Sick pay for our freelance life models  If you have covid, flu or bad cold symptoms we ask you not to attend - you will receive a refund as well as our appreciation!    Cancellations    Bookings are non-refundable. If you are unwell with a contagious illness you may not attend the class - you can request a refund here on Eventbrite and we can issue a full refund, minus Eventbrite's fees. If you are unable to attend, please do get in touch with us on info@draw-brighton.co.uk to discuss the options for transferring your place to another attendee.   Information Source: Draw Brighton | eventbrite

During this course you will be introduced to the basics of oil painting, gaining confidence working with oil paints as you learn through making. The tutor will guide you through three different ways to start a figurative painting, showing you how each process affects the painting's outcome and encouraging you to understand which way fits best with your painting style and personal goals. This course is beginner friendly, starting with the basics of working in oil paint but also appropriate for those wanting to gain confidence. All materials are provided but students are encouraged to bring their own brushes if they have them. Please bring a colour photograph that you wish to paint from, keep this simple e.g. a still life or single figure. Costs: £145 Days: 1 weekend Times: 10:30 - 17:00 Dates: Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 June Location: White Room Maximum: 8 Chris is a visual artist working with painting in the expanded field. They have a BA (Hons) in Painting from the University of Brighton and an MLitt in Fine Art Practice from Glasgow School of Art. Their work moves between figurative and abstract painting, predominately working in oils they engage with the rich history of painting, exploring ideas of the iteration, myth, queer culture and materiality. Chris has exhibited throughout the UK, taken part in artist residencies both in the UK and China and worked on multiple commissions, with their practice now based at Phoenix Art Space. Information Source: Phoenix Art Space | eventbrite

Expect reading and workshops. More information coming soon! WORKSHOPS‘Let Nature Tell Your Story’ led by Heather Pearson This writing workshop, lead by local writer and poet Heather Pearson, is an invitation for you to connect to nature, and connect to yourself. We will explore how our words can cultivate inner and outer change; and how our connection to the natural world can help us understand, ground, and empower ourselves. It is inspired by Heather's poetry project for Changing Chalk, 'Home-Made: a pilgrimage through the South Downs Way' which Heather will share in the workshop. DETAILS ABOUT THE DAYAudience: General public - open to all. Refreshments: Light refreshments available Dogs: This event is unable to cater for dogs. ACCESS The Learning Barn has disabled access and a disabled toilet. Cars can pull up right outside the front door. There is loose gravel on a flat surface around the perimeter of the Learning Barn, which is accessible by wheelchair. Transport: We have 16 spaces (1 wheelchair user) available for minibus pick up from and to Brighton Station. This can be chosen while making the booking. Just choose Ticket + transport at checkout. Please note that this is on a first come, first served basis. Please let us know if you have any access needs we need to be aware of or for more information, by emailing access@writingourlegacy.org.uk or info@writingourlegacy.org.uk. See our Access Policy for more info about how we can support. About Changing ChalkThe scheme is part of our programme for the Changing Chalk project, a multi-partner, multi-project initiative led by the National Trust that aims to restore lost habitats, bring histories to life, and provide new experiences in the outdoors. Changing Chalk is a partnership of organisations led by the National Trust and supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, the People’s Postcode Lottery and The Linbury Trust. Information Source: Writing Our Legacy CIC | eventbrite

"In his primitive nature, man is pacific and good; only civilisation corrupts and makes him aggressive.” (Jean Jacques Rousseau) We will express our instinctual forces, metaphorically represented by the animals Serpent, Tiger, Bird, and Hippo. Biodanza and The Animals is an invitation to explore the depths of our authentic instincts and impulses, which may have been lost or diminished due to societal oppression, family biases, or taboos. It connects us to our true essence and wild selves in the context of sacred existence. About Olga. Following the Biocentric principles of Biodanza, Olga’s mission is to connect hidden resources of vitality and creativity and re-awaken our potential through music and movement. Olga had has over 20 years of experience in facilitating groups, festivals and managing charitable educational projects. ***** Your investment: £55 - Super Early bird and concessions (payments until the 1st of May). £65 - Early bird (payments until 15th of May). £75 - payment on doors. When: 8th June 2025 1pm-8pm Where: Rottingdean Hall. Park Rd. Rottingdean, Brighton BN2 7HL Here is the programme: 12:45 Registration 13.15 -2:30pm Opening circle and Vivencia of integration. 2:30 - 3:30pm Lunch break. Please bring food to share. 3:30 - 5pm 2nd Vivencia. 5:00 - 6:30pm Break. 6:30-8pm Last Vivencia and closing circle. ***** Address: Rottingdean Hall. Park Rd. Rottingdean, Brighton BN2 7HL If coming by bus there are many buses you can take. 12, 12A, 14, 27 and get off at the White Horse Pub stop in Rottingdean. These buses also run from Brighton railway station if coming by train. ***** Looking forward to dancing, connecting and sharing! WhatsApp:07786 961523 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/olga.bastable Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/biodanzaolga www.biodanzaolgabastable.com Information Source: Olga Bastable | eventbrite

This is for you if you’re looking for a welcoming space to write alongside other writers—no pressure, just time set aside for your words. We’ll be in The Hideaway room, a comfortable space with just enough background bustle to help us feel alive as we write! There’ll be unlimited teas and filter coffees on hand to keep you going, and if you fancy something stronger, you’re very welcome to pop to the bar and order a tipple. (Just no bringing in your own snacks or drinks—except water, that’s absolutely fine.) We’re not teaching or offering critique during this session—though if that’s your thing, you might want to check out our membership community - The Ironclad Cauldron. This retreat is simply about showing up for your writing, in good company, with a bit of structure to ease you in. Facilitated by our Co-founder (and writer in his own right), Andrew Allen, we’ll start with a quick hello and some intention setting before settling in. You’re free to work at your own pace and take breaks as you need—wander to the beach nearby, or just stretch your legs. At the end of the afternoon, we’ll come back together briefly to check in and give each other a quiet round of applause for showing up. Whether you’re working on a novel, script, PhD, memoir, CV or something that doesn’t even have a name yet, you’re very welcome. Come write with us. *** PLEASE NOTE! **** There are 7 steps supported by a handrail up into the Hideaway Room so this is not accessible for wheelchair users. We will plan to run more accessible retreats soon. Make sure your laptop & device is as charged as it can be and consider bringing a spare portable battery. There is wifi at the venue - sign up as a guest. If you have any queries or questions about the Writing Retreat - get in contact. DISCOUNT! We're offering 20% discount for members of the Ironclad Creative Cauldron. Members also get free access to our 10 Virtual Writers' Spaces every single week! : JOIN HERE: https://www.ironcladcreative.org/creative-cauldron Information Source: Ironclad Creative CIC | eventbrite

The 'Domenica' Breakfast Work isn’t just a job – it’s belonging, confidence, independence. Yet, in England, just 4.7% of people with learning disabilities are in paid work. In Brighton, Team Domenica are changing that, helping young people find and maintain meaningful employment. This June, we’re heading to Plus X Innovation for a special Pop-up Breakfast with guest speaker Rosa Monckton MBE , Founder of Team Domenica. Rosa’s career spans leadership roles at some of the world’s biggest luxury brands. She was CEO of Tiffany & Co for 14 years, establishing their UK presence, before moving to Asprey & Garrard and later founding Team Domenica in 2016. Her daughter, Domenica, has Down’s Syndrome. After leaving college, Rosa saw first-hand how few support opportunities there were for people with learning disabilities and autism. Team Domenica was born to fill that gap, believing that everyone deserves the chance to aspire to a career and the independence and confidence that comes with it. Today, Team Domenica runs cafés across Brighton & Hove; they partner with over 60 local businesses and have just announced a brand-new site at Pavilion Gardens. Through their Supported Internship Programme, 80% of their young people have attained paid work, showing what’s possible with the right support. Join us on 10 June at Plus X Innovation for a taste of Café Domenica – and to hear Rosa’s story, from Breakfast at Tiffany’s to Breakfast at Domenica’s. Pop-up Breakfasts , as their name suggests, take place at different venues all over the city, many of them special places in their own right. They attract 40-50 attendees and are perfect for easy, friendly networking. There is a wide range of people who attend across all sectors and all sizes, from sole traders and start-ups to some of the biggest businesses in the city. What to expect: Networking A talk from a brilliant, local business owner And, a chance to chat with familiar faces and new What's on the menu: Breakfast box Filled roll using fresh Real Patisserie bread Choose from: Ham and Emmental Smoked salmon, cream cheese and dill Brie, tomato and basil (veggie) Yoghurt and Granola pot- Greek yoghurt, house granola and fruity compote Blueberry muffin Fresh fruit salad Plant-based breakfast box Mexican black bean and avocado filled roll Yoghurt and Granola pot - Coconut yoghurt, house granola and fruity compote Biscoff and banana bread Fresh fruit salad Filter coffee- Café Domenica – signature blend Great British Cuppa Tea - from Bird & Blend Cafe Domenica is a training facility that handles peanuts, milk, cereals containing gluten, tree-nuts, sesame, soya, eggs, celery, fish, crustaceans, mustard and other allergens. Therefore, we cannot guarantee that our food is free from cross-contamintion. At each event, there is a guest speaker, who’ll talk about their experiences of running a business and their own personal journey. If it is your first Chamber networking event or you haven’t attended in a while the Chamber team are always on hand to make introductions. Book your ticket and your breakfast (we’ll remind you what you ordered on the day!) FAQs What's the refund policy? Places are limited, and events are usually oversubscribed. Please give two working days’ notice via email for a refund* or you’ll be required to pay for your place in full. Can I attend if I am not a member of the Chamber? If you have never been a member of the Chamber you can book and join as a guest at two of our events (just one Chamber Breakfast). After this, you will need to join the Chamber to enjoy the benefits of membership. If you'd like to join the Chamber you can find out more on our website. How do I find out about other upcoming events and news? To receive news about the Chamber and our events please sign up to our mailing list. Information Source: Brighton Chamber | eventbrite

What role does the imagination play when we are writing about lived experience? If we agree that the life-writer’s task isn’t simply to record events but to write about them in a way that will engage our reader in character, setting and story, then we need to bring our imagination to the work. Evoking remembered people or conversations or happenings in a vivid way in our writing can feel conflicting for life-writers so during this masterclass (mistressclass!) we’ll discuss ethical considerations and through a combination of in-class writing exercises and the study of extracts from published texts, we’ll explore techniques to enable us to tell our stories creatively and with integrity. The session will be run by Hannah Vincent. Hannah is a novelist, short story writer and playwright. Her first novel, Alarm Girl was published in 2014 by Myriad Editions and her second, The Weaning was published in 2018 by Salt. Her short story collection She-Clown and Other Stories, published by Myriad in 2020, was shortlisted for the Edgehill Prize and the Manchester Fiction Prize. Her stage plays have been produced by among others, The Royal Court Theatre and The Royal National Theatre Studio and her radio play Come to Grief won a 2015 BBC Audio award. She has a PhD in creative and critical writing from the University of Sussex. The session will be held in the cosy surroundings of Kemptown Bookshop in Brighton and will run from 10-4pm with an hour for lunch. The venue is in the heart of Kemptown Village, on sveeral major bus routes and has plenty of options for lunch. The workshop is part of a series of one-day masterclasses held in the summer They are open to existing students on the Creative Writing Programme and other writers looking to improve specific areas of their writing craft. You can book onto as many workshops as you choose. The summer masterclasses are: 10-4pm 13th June (Kemptown Bookshop, Brighton) Life writing and imagination –Hannah Vincent 10-4pm 14th June (Jubilee Library, Brighton) Timeless Tales : making meaning of myths and writing new ones – Vayu Naidu 11-5pm 15th June (Jubilee Library, Brighton) Writing crime – Graham Bartlett 10-4pm 28th June (online) Exploring experimental fiction – Charlie Hill 10-4pm 29th June (online) Writing Short stories – Henry Tydeman First year students on the Creative Writing Programme receive two free masterclasses a year as part of their programme fee and can book the free places. Other writers need to pay for a place which costs £65 for the online masterclass and £75 for the in-person one. Tickets are non-refundable except under exceptional circumstances. If you have any questions about these workshops, please email cathy@creativewritingprogramme.org.uk Information Source: The Creative Writing Programme | eventbrite

What role does the imagination play when we are writing about lived experience? If we agree that the life-writer’s task isn’t simply to record events but to write about them in a way that will engage our reader in character, setting and story, then we need to bring our imagination to the work. Evoking remembered people or conversations or happenings in a vivid way in our writing can feel conflicting for life-writers so during this masterclass (mistressclass!) we’ll discuss ethical considerations and through a combination of in-class writing exercises and the study of extracts from published texts, we’ll explore techniques to enable us to tell our stories creatively and with integrity. The session will be run by Hannah Vincent. Hannah is a novelist, short story writer and playwright. Her first novel, Alarm Girl was published in 2014 by Myriad Editions and her second, The Weaning was published in 2018 by Salt. Her short story collection She-Clown and Other Stories, published by Myriad in 2020, was shortlisted for the Edgehill Prize and the Manchester Fiction Prize. Her stage plays have been produced by among others, The Royal Court Theatre and The Royal National Theatre Studio and her radio play Come to Grief won a 2015 BBC Audio award. She has a PhD in creative and critical writing from the University of Sussex. The session will be held in the cosy surroundings of Kemptown Bookshop in Brighton and will run from 10-4pm with an hour for lunch. The venue is in the heart of Kemptown Village, on sveeral major bus routes and has plenty of options for lunch. The workshop is part of a series of one-day masterclasses held in the summer They are open to existing students on the Creative Writing Programme and other writers looking to improve specific areas of their writing craft. You can book onto as many workshops as you choose. The summer masterclasses are: 10-4pm 13th June (Kemptown Bookshop, Brighton) Life writing and imagination –Hannah Vincent 10-4pm 14th June (Jubilee Library, Brighton) Timeless Tales : making meaning of myths and writing new ones – Vayu Naidu 11-5pm 15th June (Jubilee Library, Brighton) Writing crime – Graham Bartlett 10-4pm 28th June (online) Exploring experimental fiction – Charlie Hill 10-4pm 29th June (online) Writing Short stories – Henry Tydeman First year students on the Creative Writing Programme receive two free masterclasses a year as part of their programme fee and can book the free place. Other writers need to pay for a place which costs £62.50 for the online masterclass and £75 for the in-person one. Tickets are non-refundable except under exceptional circumstances. If you have any questions about these workshops, please email cathy@creativewritingprogramme.org.uk Information Source: The Creative Writing Programme | eventbrite

It pleases the Séance mightily to be hosting semi/modular psychonauts Teleplasmiste , the exploratory cosmic electronics project helmed by Mark O Pilkington ( Luminous Foundation , Strange Attractor Press ) and Michael J York ( Coil , Cyclobe , The Utopia Strong ) since 2015. ' Teleplasmiste’s cleverly layered soundscapes are deep and immersive. They plunge the listener through a psychic wall into what seems like infinite space.' The Quietus photo Pete Woodhead https://bandcamp.com/search?q=teleplasmiste&item_type= https://thequietus.com/subscriber-area/music-downloads/teleplasmiste-spring-equinox-ep-of-nature-and-elecricity-interview/ Rose Io Feral lullabies for uncanny children. RIYL Dame Darcy, Ivor Cutler, Virginia Astely. https://roseio.bandcamp.com/ https://www.instagram.com/_rose__io/ Kemper `Norton The preeminent sonic gazetteer of West Country phantasms and rave spectres graces the Séance for second summoning. The first was superb. 'A submerged breakbeat, a chug of acid rhythm or just a recurring shape in the Magic Eye blizzard.. A lovely fusion of Cornish and kosmische. ' The Wire https://kempernorton.bandcamp.com/ Map 71 Brighton's beloved incantatory post-industrial drum-magick duo. Cut-up text delrium and buzzsaw electronic threat. 'Lisa Jayne’s vocals have...bite, and malice, to them, while Pyne’s backing tracks are svelte muscular things. They ripple with clever ideas and taut instrumentation whilst having the power to get under your skin.' God Is In The TV https://map71.bandcamp.com/music photo Al Strachan Elkka Nyoukis & Karen Constance Motherdaughter pitchwonk & tapemangle improv hatched from the Chocolate Monk/Blood Stereo otherlode. Constance & Nyoukis utilise tapes and electronics to percolate a sound of uneasy wooze. Expect a bent out of shape surrealist take on the wonderful liminal world between wakefulness & sleep. Pillows are optional. 'Loops and manipulation go from crinkled, hissing ear wobble to more in-the-red what-the-f*ckery (à la Polly Shang Kuan Band).' Tedium House https://bloodstereo.bandcamp.com/album/bicker-sweet Near-weekly Séance channelings have occurred variously via the Repeater Radio, Slack City and Radio Reverb motherships for 15 years. Born from a series of all-day musical pub sessions in the mid noughties and named after the 1964 Bryan Forbes film Séance on a Wet Afternoon, each show is a digressive wallow in the astral hinterlands of esoteric pop, buried soundtrack treasure, new and old electronic grot, folk musics psych and trad, freeform misshapes, arcane dub effluvium, modern composition, covetable new releases and whatever else happens to be punching their ticket at the time. When operating as a production unit The Séance has contributed tracks to A Year In The Country alongside remix work for various valued compadres. It will do some more of all this at some point once it pulls its finger out. Pete Wiggs is otherwise available as one third of Saint Etienne and Dem (aka James Papademetrie) isn't. A full archive of shows can be found at www.the-seance.com Information Source: The Séance | eventbrite

Proper Soul for the 21st Century - The Craig Charles House Party Show, BBC Radio 2 A great soul singer! - Tony Blackburn, BBC Radio London “Great songwriting and a beautiful voice” - Robert Elms - BBC Radio London “An artist on the rise... a considerable talent” - Blues & Soul Magazine Abi Farrell Live at The Folklore Rooms, Brighton Come and join soul vocalist and songwriter Abi Farrell and her acoustic band (Cy Atkinson; Keys, Alex Wiseman and Chloe Ravat; Backing Vocals) for her first ever headline show in Brighton at The Folklore Rooms. About Abi Farrell Abi Farrell was raised in rural Oxfordshire on a soundtrack of vocal powerhouses spanning the likes of Aretha Franklin, Chaka Khan, Candi Staton and Carole King. Named 'an artist on the rise.. a considerable talent' by Blues and Soul Magazine, Abi is known for her effortlessly pure voice and lyrical dexterity, which is equally at home creating moving, introspective ballads as it is high-energy, empowering anthems. Lyrically, her music explores themes of identity, self-esteem, self-worth, empowerment, gender equality, mental health and social mobility. With an appeal that transcends generations, Abi's voice and songwriting explore the experience of navigating the world as a fiercely ambitious young woman from a working-class background. Abi's music has been consistently embraced by the UK & international soul scene since releasing a string of singles in collaboration with Big AC Records, including 'I Will See You Through', 'Empowered', 'Don't Follow Me' and 'Stepping Out Of Your Shadow', which were produced by Mitch Ayling of The Milk and pressed to limited edition 7 vinyl. Her releases have been championed by Craig Charles on BBC Radio 2 and BBC 6 Music, who praised Abi's writing 'proper soul for the 21st century'. 'Don't Follow Me', a social commentary on misogyny, was premiered by Robert Elms on BBC Radio London and subsequently led to Abi performing the track on BBC Radio 4's Loose Ends. Though Abi has been captivating live audiences since her teenage years, she has recently opened stages for Izo Fitzroy, Dee C Lee and Stone Foundation, has headlined the BBC Introducing stage at Oxfordshire's The Big Feastival, and has performed at venues such as Pizza Express Jazz Club, Pizza Express Live Holborn, The 100 Club, The Cavern Club Liverpool, Servant Jazz Quarters, Colours Hoxton, Oslo Hackney, and The Louisiana, Bristol. In addition to her own artistry, Abi has performed backing vocals for many of her peers: Nick Corbin, Emma Noble, Carmy Love, The Milk, PM Warson, Denver Cuss and James Bone, and continues to lend her voice to music she loves. This show will mark Abi's first ever headline show in Brighton. It will celebrate the arrival of her brand new single '47 Days' and further new music due to arrive this summer. About the Venue - The Folklore Rooms The Folklore Rooms is a place for music lovers and performers to unite in a space dedicated to their craft. Located in Central Brighton above The Quadrant Pub, this beautiful venue is perfect for intimate shows as well as full band shows. The space is equipped with top of the line sound & lighting equipment, cared for by a dedicated team of in-house engineers. At 60/70 capacity, TFR is a beautifully intimate and unique performance space which is home to monthly showcase nights, as well as wide range of shows and events. With an unbeatable atmosphere, great selection of craft beers on tap, and shows seven nights a week, The Folklore Rooms is Brighton's music venue that delivers much more than just the show. This is music - as it should be. Information Source: Abi Farrell | eventbrite