Regency Society

Boxed in by broadband proposals

New The Society has objected to a government proposal to allow telecommunications provider to install cabinets and poles without permission anywhere except in sites of special scientific interest. Read more...

Ideas to improve our seafront

New Greater investment in maintenance, better transport links, more toilets and showers and an extension of café culture beyond the stretch between the piers – these are just a few overarching suggestions from the Society to Brighton & Hove City Council in response to their draft seafront strategy. Read more...

Making waves with architecture

New A revised proposal for the Port ZED development at the Aldrington Basin end of Shoreham harbour has won the support of the Regency Society, on the grounds of its innovative design, green credentials and the pressing need for new homes. Read more...

Look to the past for models of future development

The town planning of the 19th and early 20th century could serve as inspiration for developments such as Toads Hole Valley in the 21st century, suggests David Robson. Read more...

No planning permission required

The Society has responded fully to a consultation on proposals to extend permitted development rights, supporting the exemption of conservation areas. Read more...

Plan for restaurant in Chapel Royal vaults

The owners of the vaults beneath the Chapel Royal want to turn their property into a restaurant – which means excavating the historic cellar and adding an external stairway. Read more...

Regeneration for City College

Brighton and Hove City College has drawn up ambitious plans for regeneration and redevelopment, including the demolition of Pelham Tower and the creation of new public spaces. Read more...

Fresh vision for the seafront

New Our seafront is a world famous magnet for visitors and crucial to the economy of Brighton and Hove – and a new draft strategy delineating six distinct zones from Hove Lagoon through to Saltdean aims to keep it that way. Read more...

Local buildings worth protecting

The local list of heritage assets in Brighton and Hove that aren’t already included in the national listings compiled by English Heritage is being updated in 2013. We're compiling a list of suggestions to submit to the council and we'd welcome your ideas too. Read more...

Another Diamond Jubilee

2012 marks the Diamond Jubilee of the Society's longest-standing member. John Rank joined in 1952. Read more...

Ten miles of history

In a muddy field south of Falmer station, The Keep is nearing completion – the new home for archives from East Sussex County Records Office, Brighton and Hove Libraries and the University of Sussex. Read more...

New ideas for Old Town

The former Hannington's goods yard could become a new lane in the Old Town, while Brighton Square is set for a revamp, if proposals from two developers are agreed. Read more...

The REGENCY SOCIETY WEEKEND

More than 200 delegates, 17 speakers, five guided walks, two evenings at the Royal Pavilion, 17 speakers, a recital of Regency music, two book signings and an intriguing insight into what the Regency did for us (women's knickers, cesspits and urban design were among the answers) – we had a fantastic time and learned a lot. The first of four galleries of pictures starts here...

And another event?

You told us the Weekend was great fun, you learned a lot – and you and want us to stage another major event. We'd love to hear your ideas. Read more...

£55 million expansion plan for Brighton College

The first planning applications of ten-year expansion plan at Brighton College have been submitted – a tower over the front entrance, a £6 million boarding house and a new dining hall, music and drama buildings. Read more...

All change at Brighton Station

Major changes to the lay-out of Brighton station and a restoration of the historic main building are key features of proposals lodged with Brighton& Hove Council by Southern Railway. Read more...

Submission on the draft City Plan

The emphasis on design excellence and the distinctive character of the neighbourhoods of Brighton and Hove is a key element of the vision at the heart of the new draft City Plan that has been welcomed by the Regency Society in extensive comments submitted to the council. Read more...