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Over 350 independent shops, bars and restaurants in Brighton have created Unique Brighton - the best shopping and relaxation experience anywhere! Unique Brighton covers the North Laine, North Street and The Lanes of Brighton and boasts the largest selection of independent retailers on the South Coast. It's a colourful, vibrant area, full of activity, with a diverse range of shops, restaurants and bars. For fashionistas and trend spotters, or for those seeking traditional, charming jewellery and gift shops, for those looking for bright lights or just for somewhere to rest their weary legs, Unique Brighton is, well, quite simply unique! |
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The North Laine area of Brighton has the largest selection of independent retailers on the South Coast. It's a colourful, 
North Street is a bustling road full of activity, connecting the North Laine area and The Lanes. From the famous Clock Tower at the top, it boasts a diverse range of shops, restaurants and bars.
The Lanes Brighton's world-famous collection of narrow streets and 'twittens' which form the heart of the Old Town, has a romantic charm with jewellery and gift shops, cafés and bars.
Before you embark on your Christmas shopping this year check out the Unique Brighton classified directory of shops in the area. You'll find gift ideas for all the family and a range of items that you just couldn't find in any other town or city. Like for example a set of duelling pistols or Samurai Swords from the Lanes Armoury or antique jewellery and pocket watches from the Lanes Antiques. 
With just one day to go till Christmas begins in Brighton things are hotting up. The Christmas lights switch on event starts at 5.00pm on Thursday 20 November. That's tomorrow! 
Komedia is giving four people the chance for a great night out. The prize is one of a number to be won at the Christmas launch on 20 November. 
Christmas begins on 20th November in Unique Brighton with the switching on of the Christmas lights in East Street. There will be fun and games and lots of wonderful prizes to be won. 
The Grand Fancy Dress competition will begin on 20 November when the Mayor arrives at 5.45pm. The Right Worshipful the Mayor Councillor Garry Peltzer-Dunn will judge the best child and the best adult costume. 
A national survey has highlighted the sedentary life of British women. Women need to take more exercise. There are lots of boring ways to exercise like going to the gym but don't forget you can get exercise from just walking or even more enjoyable activities like shopping. 
The traders of Unique Brighton are joining forces with the Theatre Royal this winter to make sure the festive season gets off to a resounding start. 
A new shop has opened in the North Laine offering stylish clothes for mums-to-be. The shop is called Mamissima and is to be found at 82 North Road. 
Velvet has won 'Best Intedpendent Retailer' at the 2008 Brighton and Hove Business Awards for the second year running. 
On Friday 26th September, Unique Brighton retailers teamed up to produce a spectacular fashion show that was projected in the city centre in front of hundreds of people. 