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Things to do in Brighton
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Things to do in Brighton this June – The Scoop
Summer is a’coming in! And now Brighton’s at its best. The city streets are heady with the scent of sunscreen and spilled beer. No complaints here! With evenings getting longer and lovelier – and the summer solstice towards the end of the month – it’s time to dine outdoors! Here’s our top 10 for June.
1. .COMING SOON: Restaurants Brighton Gift Vouchers
We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our brand-new Restaurants Brighton Gift Vouchers on 10 June 2025. Buy one for a friend and they’ll be able to redeem it at their favourite participating venue. You’ll have to wait until launch day to find out who’s in, but let’s just say it’s a luscious list of lovely places.
You’ll also be able to use the vouchers to purchase tickets for this year’s Hove Food Trail (10–12 July). Watch this space!
2. Half Term Holiday
Catch a Brighton Fringe show, check out the glow-up at Preston Manor or spend the day exploring all the cool new spots along the seafront. Dance together at the Amex silent disco on The Terrace, learn Indian cookery at Brighton and Hove Community Kitchen, or take it easy at The Ladies Mile while the little ones enjoy the new play area and some new dishes joining the Sunday roast line-up. Plus, kids eat free at venues across the city – including award-winning terre à terre.
3. Rockinghorse Fundraiser
On 5 June, the lovely people at The Grand Hotel are holding a Plant Sale in Cyan Restaurant to raise funds for the amazing Rockinghorse Charity. All the plants have been grown and nurtured by the brilliant team. While you’re there, enjoy an exclusive cocktail – The Rockinghorse – a tropical twist of pineapple, passionfruit, lime and Havana 3-Year Rum, crafted with sunshine-filled afternoons in mind. Love this!
4. Father’s Day [15 June]
No need to thank us for the reminder – ok fine – you’re welcome. Book a smashing Sunday roast at their favourite local and – we don’t know if somebody planned this – but it appears to coincide with Beer Day Britain! A little too neat if you ask us… Still unsure what to do? Check out our Father’s Day guide for inspiration, or grab an RB Gift Voucher and let Dad choose his own adventure.
FYI: it’s also the London to Brighton Bike Ride that day, so get your order right – bike then beer, please. Or, just watch in awe from a safe distance.
5. Resto-Babies
Like welcoming a baba to the family, a new restaurant deserves to be visited ASAP and made a big fuss of. We’re falling over each other for an invite to the launch of new Kitti’s and The Kiosk (formerly Whitecliffs) at Saltdean. (I’m totally going, by the way, so don’t try to stop me.) There are brand-new ‘resto-babies’ to coo over around every corner right now – keep your eye on our roundup for the next best thing.
Photo credit: Kitti’s
6. Let Them Eat Brioche!
This butter-laden, fancy French cake-bread is having quite a moment. Time to plan your very own bakery tour (yes, that’s a thing). You could start with Fika Bakery, Bayon Bakery, Jacob’s Bakery, and the fabulous French patissier Julien Plumart – then book Furna, Dilsk and etch. for the unforgettable ‘bread course’. (yes, you’ll need to try them all). Next, work your way through the BRAVO Brews and Bakes winners using our handy checklists here.
7. Unmissable Events, Collabs and Superclubs
Summer sports season kicks off with the FIFA Club World Cup on 14 June, then in swings Wimbledon Tennis at the end of the month. We love the buzz of watching matches with other fans, so use our roundup of the best sports bars and pubs to plan. A big alfresco screen is our absolute favourite (calling Rockwater – can you hear us?).
8. English Wine Week [21–29 June]
What luck to live in the UK’s most exciting wine region! Now’s the moment to explore the vineyards. Award-winning pubs The Jolly Sportsman and The Eight Bells are both great bases for your tour. The Secret Vineyard is hosting yoga / pilates and wine retreats all summer – look out for their expert take on the rise of English rosé on RB Jobs later this month and find them on the East Sussex Wine Trail too.
9. Alfresco Dining
There are lots of delicious ways to do this – but let’s all agree we love eating outdoors, shall we? Discover the city’s best rooftop bars and terraces, plus pub gardens in and outside the city. Swim then dine at Deco, Saltdean Lido. Whip out a blanket on 18 June for International Picnic Day and head to Bayon Bakery or maybe Berrisons Deli to pick up some goodies. BBQ at Malmaison or indulge with gorgeous plateau de fruits de mer on the terrace at English’s or Pearly Cow.
Read: Memories à la Meunière – Revisiting English’s by Steffan
10. Bee Experience
Honey, the sweet beekeepers from Apiary are ready to show you how it’s done. Book a Bee Experience Day to discover the wonders of a working hive, learn about life cycles, nectar foraging and honey production. Get to grips with best practice and safety before you try your hand at a real-life hive inspection. Celebrate your experience with a glass of Bee Tree sparkling wine.
Watch: Emma’s Bee Experience Day
