West Pier Relic Sale – photos Julia Claxton

A sale of pier fragments from Brighton’s historic West Pier was held this morning. Cast iron mementos from small oddments to large pieces such as columns and lamp posts were offered for sale by the West Pier Trust. Buyers and dog walking Sunday strollers alike mingled to hunt out  a unique piece of Brighton’s history in the dappled light of the compound under the old pier’s root end. The irony of a rusting fire hose reel still hanging seems lost on most people. [The pier was destroyed by fire] Out in the water the rest of the majestic remains of the former Brighton Pier defiantly stand against time and tide, possibly the most loved and photographed icon of Brighton.
For more information at about the West Pier and West Pier trust http://www.westpier.co.uk/

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2 for 1 on all Terre a Terre Rosti Mains

2 for 1 on all Terre a Terre Rosti Mains today and tomorrow ( 12th & 13th Jan) 12-7pm

based on 2 courses per person……limited slots so book now!! and spread the word

Bookings need to made directly via this link http://www.terreaterre.co.uk/Promotionalbookings.htm

My Swish Big January Clothes Swap for Cystic Fibrosis at Hotel du Vin

Banish the January blues and get yourself a fresh new look at the My Swish clothes swap.  The swish, in the stunning ballroom of Hotel du Vin Brighton, is in aid of the Cystic Fibrosis Trust and is sponsored by Bare Minerals mineral makeup.

This is the perfect time to declutter for the New Year. Why not get rid of all those unwanted Christmas presents and swap them for something you really will wear? Start 2012 with a clear wardrobe and some gorgeous new pieces that won’t break those new year’s money-saving resolutions. Vintage afternoon teas will be provided by Roses All Over and cupcakes by Cloud 9 bakery.

Tickets are £8.50 in advance, £10 on the day, including a Bare Minerals goody bag. Book online at www.myswish.co.uk

The West Pier Trust Fragment Sale

The West Pier Trust is resuming pier fragments sales from Sunday 15th January 10am – 12 noon in the compound under the root end of the pier. There is still a great deal of original material for sale from small mementos to larger pieces such as columns and lamp posts. It was all reclaimed from the pier in preparation for the restoration (!) in the late 1990s and is being sold now in anticipation of the start of i360 construction. Key pieces, including 2 original and complete 1866 kiosks, are being retained by the Trust. It’s a must for anyone interested in Brighton’s unique history.

www.westpier.co.uk

The Best of Catalyst Club TV Pilot Night

Come join the Catalyst Club for a very special ‘best of’ night, with Dr Bramwell and the legendary Lorraine Bowen, comic Jerry ‘moths’ Rolfe and musician/roboticist Sarah ‘Spacedog’ Angliss as we capture a classic Catalyst line-up for a late-night TV pilot, filmed by the Latest TV crew. It’s free too.  Spaces limited to 75. As it’s for TV please wear your best trousers.

Call 01273 687171 to reserve tickets, email me back or book for free at www.thelatest.co.uk/musicbar