About Brighton
One of the UK's most famous seaside resorts, Brighton lies on the East Sussex coast in the South of England. A vibrant and energetic town, Brighton is popular with both old and young, attracted by such contrasting features as its Victorian piers and its vibrant nightlife. Brighton is also a popular destination for students and its University attracts thousands of applicants every term. With a range of tourist attractions, Brighton offers the visitor or holidaymaker a wide choice of activities with the likes of the Royal Pavillion, Volks Railway and British Engineerium - Museum of Steam and Mechanical Antiquities giving an insight into the town's history and an eclectic programme of events that include Brighton Festival that is often regarded as one of the leading arts festivals in England and the flamboyant Brighton Pride that celebrates the towns gay and lesbian culture.
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Mills launches business near home
Sir Paul McCartney's ex-wife Heather Mills has told how she spent time renovating a restaurant after her divorce.
Twin town sings for Sierra Leone
Up to 3,000 people are joining in a singathon to raise money to help rebuild a town damaged in Sierra Leone's civil war.
Benefactors give back stolen cash
A group of businessmen club together to raise £1,300 stolen from a disabled woman in Surrey by a conman.
Town celebrates link to Mayflower
An historic Surrey market town is celebrating its links with the Pilgrim Fathers by holding an 'Independents Day'.
Man murdered Mercedes executive
A martial arts expert who strangled his partner after learning she planned to leave him is found guilty of murder.
Fake certificate nurse joins Army
A foreign student who used a forged British birth certificate to become a nurse is training in Surrey to become a soldier.
Seven in court on brothel charges
Seven are charged in connection with a suspected multi-million-pound prostitution ring, allegedly involving smuggled women.
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