Businesses that form the cornerstone of the city’s nightlife have contributed their experiences over the past year, from pubs and clubs that host live music, literature and comedy, to theatres, concert halls, cinemas and restaurants.Many venues and suppliers have reported annual losses of between 40 and 70% to their businesses.Brighton & Hove’s night-time economy is a major selling point for visitors.
According to a Brighton & Hove Visitor Survey in 2018, 76% of tourists visited restaurants during their stay, with 34% going to a pub or club and 7% to a gig or theatre.Before the pandemic nearly one fifth of the city’s workforce – 24,000 people – were employed in jobs or businesses linked to the visitor economy and hospitality.“The evidence.