What Is The Brighton Seagull?

The Brighton Seagull is an independent news site publishing local news that matters.

Seagull was founded in 2021 by CM Kavanagh—a journalist whose first-hand experience of newsrooms both local and national have led her to believe things can and should be different—and Adam Englebright.

We're for Brightonians, Hoveites and anyone who want to stay informed about local issues but doesn't want to have to wade through clickbait and banner ads.

We're non-partisan but not non-opinionated, focusing on environmental, social and community issues, balanced with coverage of the best live events the city has to offer: gigs, theatre, exhibitions.

We've broken stories, like the financial fraud at the University of Brighton:

We've published deeply-reported stories like this, about how our local football team's fans helped Wrexham avoid their ground being sold off:

We've reviewed some of the city's best entertainment, like the Great Escape and the Fringe:

We publish our weekly news roundup, the Weekly Briefing, first thing on a Monday; our entertainment and food highlights Seagull Recommends on Fridays; and longer pieces on anything from kelp conservation to Bagelman.

If you want to get involved or write for us, please see here.

A disclaimer: The Brighton Seagull is in no way associated with Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club (beyond Adam being a supporter of theirs).