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In today’s Brighton Scoop:

- Phil Reynolds

⏰ It’s here, we can all rejoice - The UK switches to British Summer Time (Daylight Saving Time) at 01:00 GMT on 29 March 2026, when clocks go forward one hour (“spring forward, fall back”). This brings darker early mornings at first but much lighter evenings, with sunset pushed later and days lengthening through spring. Since the spring equinox on 20 March, most of the northern hemisphere gets over 12 hours of daylight, increasing until the summer solstice on 21 June, when northern Scotland sees up to about 19 hours of light.

DST began in Germany in 1916 during World War One to save coal and make better use of daylight, and the UK soon followed with British Summer Time. In World War Two, the UK briefly used “Double Summer Time”, two hours ahead of GMT in summer and one in winter, to maximise daylight for wartime work. Who knew! Anyway, it’s good news all round, as we cal all head down the beach after work / school / nursery etc and enjoy our wonderful city.

🚂 Volk’s Electric Railway reopens on Saturday 28 March, just in time for Easter, launching its 143rd year of operation. Former TV newsreader and long-time supporter Nicholas Owen will drive the first train, with public services running daily from 10.15am. Residents and visitors can celebrate by riding the world’s oldest operating electric railway along Brighton’s seafront between the Aquarium and Black Rock.

Ahead of reopening, Mayor Amanda Grimshaw met staff undergoing driver training and final testing, praising their passion for preserving this unique piece of the city’s heritage. Manager James Barton said the team is excited to welcome passengers for the 2026 season and to mark the anniversary with Owen at the controls. The little ones will be happy! Book Here

🎤 Paris Hilton will perform at this year’s Brighton & Hove Pride as the Sunday icon on 2 August, completing the Brighton on the Park line-up. Holly Johnson of Frankie Goes to Hollywood will fill the Legends slot, adding 1980s nostalgia. Other confirmed acts include Jessie J, RuPaul, Self Esteem and Five. Diana Ross is already announced as the Sunday headliner, with Raye headlining Saturday.

Managing director Paul Kemp said this 35th anniversary year feels “incredibly special” and that the line-up showcases talent across generations, promising an amazing experience for Pride-goers. Pride on the Park takes place 1–2 August in Preston Park. DM us and let us know how this set goes. We’re waiting with bated breath :)

🌧️ | 📈 11 | 📉 4 | ☔️ 30% | 🌬️ SW 12mph | 🌊 <1ft

🌤️ | 📈 12 | 📉 2 | ☔️ <5% | 🌬️ NW 11mph | 🌊 1-2ft

☁️ | 📈 11 | 📉 7 | ☔️ <5% | 🌬️ WSW 15mph | 🌊 <1ft

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Brighton has endless festivals, conventions and get-togethers year round for everything from coffee, music & trees, to animation, food, Pride and of course the mighty Fringe. Be sure to scan over this each week to see what’s’ on the beautiful horizon. Full List of Festivals in Brighton.

See our full list of Brighton Festivals in 2026

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