Yes, there’s a nice swimming spot near St Catherine’s, or I’ve also seen people swimming around the Cherwell boathouse. Is the River Cherwell clean? The Cherwell is of a good quality alxjve Banbury. Immediately below the town the river quality is dominated by the discharge of treated sewage effluent and urban run-off, but recovers fairly …
The Lanes are a collection of narrow lanes in Brighton, in the city of Brighton and Hove famous for their small shops (including several antique shops) and narrow alleyways. What are Brighton Laines? The Lanes are a famous part of Brighton & Hove. Nestled between the North Laine and the seafront, this quirky labyrinthian area …
Empire of Light. Thanet: Trailer released for Sam Mendes’s Empire of Light after filming in Empire of Light. What film is being filmed in Margate 2022? The release date for Empire of Light, a film that has been shot in Margate in recent months, has been revealed. The Sam Mendes movie starring Olivia Colman will …
The etymology of the name of Brighton lies in the Old English Beorhthelmes tūn (Beorhthelm’s farmstead). This name has evolved through Bristelmestune (1086), Brichtelmeston (1198), Brighthelmeston (1493), Brighthemston (1610) and Brighthelmston (1816). Brighton came into common use in the early 19th century. When did Brighton change its name? “Brighton” was originally an informal shortened form, …
COMMUTERS may be confused today by an absence of taxis from a railway station forecourt. This is because the Brighton Station taxi rank has been moved from the front of the building to the back. Private hire cars will now pick up and drop off passengers in Stroudley Road. Can you hail a taxi in …
5 kms. The path is just over 5 kms long. Both pedestrians and cyclists can use the Undercliff Walk. Pedestrians and cyclists should be aware that the Undercliff Walk is part of the city’s coast defences, it protects the cliffs from erosion. Is the Undercliff Walk at Rottingdean open? We have reopened the Undercliff Walk …
The pier cost 27,000 to build (the equivalent of over £2 million today) and on opening night 3,000 light bulbs illuminated the pier. How much did Brighton Pier sell for? £18mOne of the south coast’s most famous landmarks, Brighton Pier, is being sold for £18m. Eclectic Bar Group, chaired by former Pizza Express entrepreneur Luke …
Jellyfish sighting in Brighton pond is a rare, sporadic event, expert says. Are there jellyfish in the Brighton sea? A small epidemic of large jellyfish has hit the city’s beaches this summer. The exceptionally warm seas have seen swimmers flocking to the coast to take a dip. But with the balmy waters comes an increase …
Brighton & Hove Beaches Evening fishing will produce Mackerel, Plaice, Sole, Bass, Eels, Black Bream and many other species. During windy weather Bass can show when good surf is running and can be caught both at low and high water. Good Sized Undulate Rays are a possibility. What fish can you catch at Brighton le …
Odeon Cinema has an arrangement whereby cinema-goers arriving by car for evening films can, subject to conditions, get some free parking in Churchill Square No. 1 car park. Does Brighton Odeon have premier seats? We have 8 screens of film magic right on the seafront, all showing stunning RealD 3D. Treat yourself to superior comfort …
