Brighton & Hove Food Partnerhip
The Brighton & Hove Food Partnership is a dynamic non-profit organization dedicated to fostering a healthier, more connected community through the power of food, with a strong commitment to accessibility for all.
Their Community Kitchen is a vibrant and welcoming hub designed to be fully inclusive. With a fully accessible kitchen layout and ample space, it's perfectly suited for wheelchair users, ensuring everyone can participate in their engaging cookery courses.
Beyond practical classes for all skill levels, they run vital free or low-cost community cookery groups and a range of other projects, actively combating food insecurity and social isolation.
The Partnership truly believes that food unites people, and their accessible approach ensures that individuals with disabilities can fully learn, cook, and connect within their supportive community.
Echo Performing Arts - Brighton
Echo Performing Arts is a fantastic group in Brighton & Hove, really passionate about offering creative opportunities for everyone, especially folks with additional needs and disabilities.
Lydia Hunt and Sarah Hamlett, the founders, have seen firsthand how much the performing arts can change lives, and they've built a super inclusive space.
You'll find them running several performing arts sessions each week at Woodingdean Community Centre and Hangleton Community Centre. Many of these classes are led by their specially trained team, making sure everyone feels supported and engaged.
Echo Performing Arts is all about the joy of movement and creative expression, helping people feel empowered, make friends, and create some really special memories through performance.
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Not Made For This
Not Made For This is a distinctive online brand and shop that celebrates individuality with its bold ethos: "fitting in is overrated."
Offering a diverse range of products including unique t-shirts and gorgeous jewellery!
This brand caters to those who embrace their own path and refuse to conform.
It's a space for discovering items that reflect a personal sense of style and a spirit of non-conformity.
Brighton Neurodivergent Community!
Brighton Neurodivergent Community is a local social group designed to provide more accessible and affordable social activities for neurodivergent adults aged 18-40!
We run monthly sober and non-sober socials, fortnightly craft meets, as well as online game nights, cinema trips, picnics, and even club events!
Our Discord has over 400 chatty, welcoming members, and we have been steadily growing since we started in 2022.
Sensory Movement Space - Loughborough
At Sensory Movement Space Loughborough, we believe that movement and creativity are vital for everyone's development and growth.
We're proud to offer unique, alternative dance and sensory classes that are affordable, adaptable, and fully inclusive for children and adults alike.
Recognizing the limited extracurricular opportunities within the SEND sector, we provide a much-needed creative outlet where everyone can socialize, play, and learn in a supportive environment.
Garageland - Brighton/London
Spearheading the revival of London's punk rock scene, long-standing live music night Garageland focuses on late seventies punk rock, KBD, garage punk/garage rock, proto-punk, and rock'n'roll.
Garageland is now held monthly in both Brighton, at Daltons, and in London, at The Shacklewell Arms, and are dedicated to creating an inclusive and accessible environment for all.
We are committed to showcasing a broad range of talent, featuring diverse lineups that include both emerging local bands and touring national and international artists, thereby making a significant contribution to Brighton's grassroots music scene and subculture.
Our Garageland events are designed to be inclusive and respectful of diverse identities and needs, including those related to disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity. We strive to protect individuals from discrimination, harassment, and violence, ensuring that everyone feels safe, valued, and respected.
Finally most, if not all of our Garageland events are free entry with free tickets available from DICE.FM.
The Glasshouse ICM
The Glasshouse International Centre for Music in Gateshead stands as a world-renowned venue, celebrated not only for its incredible array of musical performances but also for its profound commitment to accessibility and inclusivity for everyone.
\This iconic centre offers a vibrant and welcoming space where diverse audiences can truly experience the joy of music. From captivating classical concerts to the cutting-edge energy of contemporary artists,
They actively remove barriers, providing comprehensive step-free access throughout the building, including all performance spaces and public areas.
For those who might struggle with mobility or prefer to enjoy music from home, livestreamed concerts are also available.
The Glasshouse is truly a music centre for everyone, fostering participation, learning, and inspiration in a supportive environment.
Out of Bounds - Brighton
Out of Bounds in West Sussex offers an action-packed day out for the entire family, serving as the ultimate children’s entertainment destination.
This impressive center boasts a thrilling array of all-weather activities, including Adventure Golf, High Ropes, Bowling, and Soft Play, ensuring excitement for every age and ability.
Beyond its diverse attractions and on-site café, Out of Bounds is proudly a fully-inclusive activity center, deeply committed to providing an accessible and supportive environment for people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
They offer specifically adapted SEND-friendly activities and host exclusive SEND events with reduced sensory input and dedicated quiet spaces, making every visit enjoyable and stress-free for all.
Fidget and Spin - Brighton
Fidget and Spin is a nurturing stay-and-play group in Brighton, lovingly created by parents Caitlin and Anthony Lamoureux to be the inclusive community they wished for their son with ASD.
It's a warm, SEN-friendly environment for children aged 2-6, offering dedicated sensory zones for movement, light, sound, touch, and calm, alongside areas for shared play.
Crucially, it's also a vital space for grown-ups, providing a kind and understanding community where parents and carers can share experiences, breathe, and truly feel they belong.
Lumiere - Liverpool
Lumiere Centre in Liverpool offers a truly unique and engaging experience as a dedicated sensory soft play centre.
Designed with a deep understanding of diverse needs, Lumiere provides a vibrant and safe environment where children, particularly those with special educational needs and disabilities, can explore, learn, and develop through multi-sensory play.
It's a fantastic space where imaginative soft play combines with sensory elements to create an inclusive and stimulating atmosphere for growth, discovery, and most importantly, fun.
Babble - Brighton
Babble, Hove's exciting new restaurant, is set to create a truly welcoming and memorable dining experience for all its guests.
At its heart, Babble's ethos is built around an innovative menu crafted from fresh, seasonal ingredients, served in a vibrant yet relaxed atmosphere.
Crucially, Babble is deeply committed to accessibility and inclusivity for those with disabilities. This commitment is reflected in their thoughtful design choices, aiming to ensure ease of access for wheelchair users (including lift access) alongside staff training focused on providing patient and attentive service for every patron. They are also dog friendly!
Babble strives to be a place where everyone can comfortably gather, enjoy exceptional food, and feel completely at home, making delicious dining accessible to the entire community.
Frazzled
Frazzled is an incredible Peer Support Group for parents and carers of children with SEND.
Whilst finding and accessing support for children with SEND can be difficult at the best of times, it is often 100times harder to find that vital emotional support you parents and carers need! That is where Frazzled comes in, and we are so excited to have them on the platform!
This is such an important resource that benefits so many and we cant wait to watch them grow and help even more people!
Frazzled has a range of online support groups, and also face to face meet ups where you can do arts and crafts, chat, share experiences and relax over tea and snacks!
Click on their logo above to find out more!
I've Got You - Vicki Jones
Discover a heartwarming children's book by Vicki Jones, a mum to two wonderful, unique boys. Written with immense love and insight, "I've Got You!" is a powerful tool designed to help children navigate their way in the world.
Dive into a world of delightful rhymes that will captivate young minds. Through its engaging verses, the book beautifully explores coping strategies for big emotions and sensory challenges, making it especially relevant for neurodivergent children, including those with Autism and ADHD.
"I've Got You!" is crafted to spark important conversations, fostering understanding, tolerance, and kindness among both children and adults. It's more than just a story; it's a gentle guide for building empathy and connection.
Circus Street Brighton
Circus Street Brighton is a vibrant and modern development that has transformed a historic part of the city into a thriving new quarter.
This ambitious project brings together dynamic spaces for living, learning, and working, all designed with sustainability and community at their heart.
Notably, it also hosts a range of fully inclusive activities and events, ensuring the space is welcoming and accessible to everyone.
Check out their socials below to see what they have going on!!
Jimi's Barbershop
Jimi's Barbershop, located in the heart of Brighton, is more than just a place for a great haircut; it's a welcoming and inclusive space for everyone.
Dedicated to providing a comfortable and respectful experience, Jimi's prides itself on its accessible environment and disability awareness.
The team at Jimi's understands that every client has unique needs and strives to offer a patient, understanding, and tailored service. They are committed to ensuring their barbershop is a friendly haven where all individuals, including those with special educational needs and disabilities, can feel at ease and leave looking and feeling their best.
Simon Webster Hair
Simon Webster Hair is a welcoming, vibrant salon that tailors its services to suit each client.
From quiet appointments to extra time or a private room. The space has a cool, creative vibe and the team is all about self-expression, inclusivity, and doing right for the planet and community.
They’re excited to join Buzzbo to help more people find places that truly understand and support their individual needs.
Komedia
Located in the heart of Brighton, Komedia is a vibrant and dynamic arts venue renowned for its diverse programme of live entertainment.
From stand-up comedy and captivating theatre to exciting live music and engaging spoken word events, Komedia offers a rich cultural experience.
Beyond its performances, it actively fosters community engagement through workshops and family-friendly initiatives, making it a central hub for creativity and connection in the city.
Tom Bongers
We're super excited to welcome Tom, a fantastic Personal Trainer from right here in Brighton, to the Buzzbo platform!
He's brilliant at tailoring workouts just for you, whether you prefer one-on-one sessions or getting fit with a group.
Tom understands that gyms and classes can feel a bit daunting sometimes, so he's always there with friendly guidance and support whenever you need it – he's got your back!
The Green Door Store
Tucked away beneath the arches of Brighton's railway station, The Green Door Store is a legendary, independent live music venue and late-night bar with a raw and intimate atmosphere.
Renowned for championing grassroots music, it's a vital part of Brighton's vibrant cultural scene, hosting a diverse lineup of emerging local talent and touring national and international artists across a wide spectrum of genres.
With its commitment to fostering an inclusive space, The Green Door Store is a beloved haunt for music enthusiasts and a key player in the city's underground music landscape.
Carousel
Carousel is an award-winning learning disability-led arts organisation based in Brighton. Working across Events, Music, Film, Radio, TV and Spoken Word, Carousel aims to challenge perceptions in the arts landscape.
They are a fantastic organisation to get in touch with if you are into the arts and have a creative streak!
Also make sure you keep your eyes peeled on their socials as they are always posting their latest news and upcoming events!
The Rock House is a personal favourite evening of mine, where everyone has just the best time and empowers each other to do what they love...perform!
Brighton Cookery School
Brighton Cookery School is a creative cookery school located in the very heart of Brighton. Their philosophy is for you to Learn.Cook.Eat in a professional and relaxed environment, whilst you have fun with friends, loved ones or colleagues.
Brighton Cookery School offers engaging and hands-on practical cooking classes designed to suit all skill levels.
Located in the heart of Brighton, the school provides an interactive environment where participants can learn to prepare a variety of dishes under the guidance of professional chefs.
IronWorks Studios
Nestled in the heart of Brighton, Ironworks Studios is a dynamic and multifaceted venue that serves as a vibrant hub for the city's creative scene.
This versatile space hosts a diverse programme of events, encompassing everything from electrifying live music performances and captivating theatre productions to engaging comedy nights, lively club events, and thought-provoking talks.
Committed to showcasing a wide spectrum of artistic talent, Ironworks Studios provides a platform for both established and emerging artists, contributing significantly to Brighton's rich cultural landscape and offering a welcoming and atmospheric space for audiences to connect with a variety of performances and experiences.
The World's End Pub
Head to London Road in Brighton and check out The World's End!
It's a really popular spot,and it is so easy to see why! It's way more than just a pub; you'll find a great selection of craft beers and good food, plus tons to keep you entertained.
They've got loads of retro arcade games, a mini raceway, board games, pinball, and so much more, making it the best place to hang out with friends!
There is live music, DJs, open mics and quizes, so make sure you check out their website and socials to keep up to date with what's going on!
Ohso Social
Nestled right on Brighton's bustling beachfront, Ohso Social offers a vibrant and inviting atmosphere with stunning sea views and a brilliant buzz in the air!
It's the perfect spot to catch a diverse range of live music on its beach terrace during the day, and live DJs by night.
Beyond the lively entertainment, Ohso Social is dedicated to being an inclusive and accessible venue for everyone. Its main areas, including the beach terrace and clubhouse, are wheelchair accessible, and it's staff understand and value the importance of celebrating different and inclusivity!
Rhyme & Shine
This amazing musical activity is all about engaging those with disabilities.
Through music and movement, pure joy is brought to those getting involved and we absolutely love this!
Petit Pois
Nestled in Brighton's Lanes, Petit Pois is an authentic French bistro celebrated for its intimate atmosphere and traditional cuisine. It offers a true taste of France with classic dishes made from fresh, seasonal ingredients, providing a warm and welcoming setting to savour Gallic flavours.