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The Regency Society is the oldest amenity and conservation society in Brighton and Hove and a registered charity.

We were founded in 1945 to oppose the proposed demolition of the Regency terraces and squares of the Brighton and Hove seafront. Today, we work with other societies and the council to protect all that is best in our city – of any era – and promote excellence in new development.

If it affects the physical environment, we're involved – from consultation on key planning matters to a range of educational initiatives designed to inform and inspire everyone who cares about the quality of life in this exceptional city.

Policy options for the city

Strategic issues facing Brighton and Hove were at the heart of the Regency’s Society’s comments to the city council in response to a consultation on four key areas of policy where significant changes are proposed. Read more...

Queen Square hotel propposals withdrawn

In the wake of objections – including one from the Regency Society – to a proposed hotel to replaced the disused ice rink at the top of Queen Square, the application has been withdrawn, demonstrating the difficulty of creating an economically viable scheme in this historic context. Read more...

Localism and planning

The Localism Act became law on 15 November. It aims to reduce the procedural detail and centralisation of the operation of the planning system. So what will it mean in practice? Read more...

Brighton Belle – or are we bland?

New We neglect some of our most improtant buildings and much of what is new is downright bland, argues Society trustee David Robson, who believes that every society gets the buildings it deserves. Read more...

Glasgow and the West study tour 2012

New We've added an extra day to this year's UK study tour so we can visit the opulent, Victorian Mount Stuart on the Isle of Bute as well as covering highlights of the work of CR Mackintosh. Read more...

Green with envy?
Our sell-out January lecture on green development by PortZED architect Bill Dunster addressed eco-friendly new builds – what what can period home owners do to join the green revolution? We have some ideas. Read more...

Chair of National Trust is our new president

Sir Simon Jenkins, high profile conservationist and campaigner to make Britain's heritage accessible, has become our new president – and has strong views on the future of the city. Read more...