Nick Mosley

A street-art project covering scaffolding outside Brighton station has successfully deterred graffiti tagging throughout the project’s lifespan while improving the appearance of a key gateway to the city. Led by the Brighton and Hove Tourism Alliance and artist Sandy Moon, the initiative involved local artists, the Brighton and Hove Hotels Association, Network Rail and Brighton and Hove City Council. Businesses funded materials and artists created murals on station hoardings during canopy restoration works. Organizers and council officials support extending the endorsed street-art approach elsewhere in Brighton as an alternative to removing graffiti after it appears.

The newly opened Town House restaurant in Arundel will host a one-off six-course wine dinner on August 29 in partnership with neighbouring English vineyard Digby Fine English. Chefs Matthew and Jennifer Price will present a tasting menu paired with five glasses of wine, with Digby co-founder and head blender Trevor Clough guiding the evening. Tickets cost £160 per person, and the restaurant also offers four guest bedrooms.

Nick Mosley reviews Terre à Terre’s vegetarian Sunday lunch in Brighton, praising its inventive presentation, varied textures and strong flavours. The meal includes a garam masala-infused Hungarian-inspired flatbread, a mushroom-filled pastry cobbler with roast accompaniments, an elevated cauliflower cheese and a hazelnut meringue dessert. He concludes that the restaurant has created a convincing vegetarian alternative to a traditional roast and considers Terre à Terre unbeatable for Sunday dining.

Nano Fish & Chips owner Ramiz Khalil explains the Brighton takeaway's transition to a fully gluten-free kitchen after years of developing gluten-free fish and chips. He discusses preventing cross-contamination, creating a traditional-tasting batter that is also dairy- and egg-free, the increased costs and supplier changes involved, and efforts to provide vegan options for customers with coeliac disease. Khalil says the goal is to let all customers enjoy traditional fish and chips without compromising safety or affordability.

Silica Developments, a glass recycling facility at Shoreham Port, has lost its Environment Agency waste exemption after concerns that its activities were linked to a recurring fly infestation in Portslade. The site must immediately stop storing or accepting waste, while the agency warns that enforcement action may follow if it does not comply. Residents, businesses, Shoreham Port, Brighton and Hove City Council and MP Peter Kyle have raised concerns, with businesses reporting closures and disrupted trading. The council has inspected the site and issued a Community Protection Warning, and authorities are continuing to address the remaining material and monitor the situation.

Nick Mosley recommends Sussex-based food hampers, boxes and pick-and-mix selections that can be delivered nationwide. Featured producers include Bookham Harrison for cheese, Curing Rebels for charcuterie, High Weald Dairy for artisan cheeses, Mud Pies and Piglet's Pantry for pies and prepared foods, and Weald Smokery for traditionally smoked fish, meats and cheeses. Suggested products range from an £18.50 cheese bag to a £52 smoked-food gift box.

Sussex chefs share practical advice for summer barbecues, including choosing flavorful cuts such as bavette, chicken thighs and lamb, managing direct and indirect heat, using wood or Binchotan charcoal, and monitoring cooking temperatures. Further tips cover dry rubs and marinades for steak, fresh tomato and cauliflower salads, and constructing juicy burgers with a carefully balanced beef blend, brioche buns, cheese and acidic toppings.

Nick Mosley recommends four Brighton and Hove independent restaurants offering summer dining deals. Fourth and Church has a two- or three-course lunch menu from £22, Moshimo offers discounted sushi through a £24 annual membership, Nostos provides unlimited Greek street food for £21 per person on Wednesdays with a drink purchase, and Pearly Cow offers a Wednesday steak dinner for £22. The deals are presented as ways to enjoy quality meals at lower prices while supporting local hospitality businesses.

The guide recommends seven Brighton venues and events for brunch during the Brighton Pride parade on Saturday 1 August. Options range from drag-led bottomless brunches at DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole and Revolution to a premium terrace party at No.124 by GuestHouse, Indian brunch at Permit Room, seafood at The Salt Room, flexible dining at Shelter Hall and a free, family-focused picnic in the Royal Pavilion Gardens. Prices range from free entry to £95, with several venues offering parade views, drinks packages, DJs and drag performances.

Travel vloggers Ash and Kels reviewed Eastbourne’s Cavendish Hotel, operated by Britannia Hotels Group, after identifying the chain as the UK’s worst-rated by consumer rankings. They paid £89 for a sea-view double room and criticized dusty surfaces, stains, damaged furnishings, peeling paint, rust and water damage, while finding the bed, bathroom and grand public spaces more satisfactory. Britannia acknowledged that parts of the stay fell short, said guest feedback had been shared with the hotel team, and reported that corridor and stair carpets were being replaced and bedrooms reviewed for potential upgrades.

The End of the Pier Show returns to Horatio’s at Brighton Palace Pier in August 2026 with an extended run featuring twice‑daily family‑friendly performances. The musical blends classic seaside entertainment with modern music, showcasing local performers and celebrating Brighton’s heritage. Created by Allison Ferns and Jack Pallister, with musical direction by Josh Mills, the production aims to revive traditional pier theatre and highlight the city’s cultural identity. Tickets are available for advance purchase.

Borde Hill in West Sussex is highlighted as a picturesque summer destination featuring themed gardens, woodland trails and an extensive lineup of seasonal events, including children’s activities, concerts and festivals. Key attractions include the Italian Garden, Jay Robin’s Rose Garden and the Mid Summer Border, alongside new dining options created through recent estate refurbishments.

A highly positive review of the newly opened Isca restaurant at Borde Hill highlights its transformed gardens, elegant glasshouse dining space, and a menu focused on estate-grown and locally sourced ingredients. Dishes such as roasted scallops, mushroom tart, courgette flower and South Downs lamb are praised for execution and flavour. The reviewer notes minor early‑stage kitchen refinements but describes the overall experience as exceptional and comparable to top regional dining destinations.

Oxney Estate co-founder Kristin Syltevik describes building an organic-focused vineyard in East Sussex and the challenges and advantages of the region’s terroir. She highlights the importance of strict organic practices, the effects of climate and frost on production, and the growing consumer demand for organic wines. The estate welcomes visitors for tastings and offers accommodation, while its wines are sold across the UK and internationally. Syltevik sees the English wine industry evolving through entrepreneurial growth and eventual consolidation as consumer preferences shape the market.

Local food and drink businesses collaborated at the Bite Brighton Oyster Festival event inside Brighton’s historic Sea Life aquarium, offering cocktail and canapé stations while raising funds for the Sea Life Trust charity. Organisers and guests praised the venue and experience, and Bite Sussex announced additional upcoming food-focused events planned for later in the year.