Lacking that Friday feeling? Here are ten surefire signs the weekend has arrived in Brighton and Hove

1) Groups of women in fancy dress - Phallic toys and L plates abound as hen parties head to the city to start the weekend in style.

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2) Street diner yuminess - The weekly food market takes place each Friday in Brighthelm Gardens in Brighton with some tasty treats to stock up on for an inudlgent weekend.

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3) New releases at Duke of York's - Film buffs flock to the iconic cinema to catch the latest new releases on Friday evening.

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4) Street performers in New Road - Nothing says the weekend like buskers and street performers looking to earn a coin from the influx of weekend visitors.

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5) Clubbers converge - Watch the revellers spill out of the station and down Queen's Road as they begin their party pilgrimage in the city.

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6) Crowds outside the Mash Tun - The pub trinity of the Mash Tun, Waggon and Horses and Mrs Fitzherberts act as a mecca to those looking to let their hair down, with New Road filled up with throngs of fun-loving Friday people.

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7) Skaters hit The Level - The skatepark at The Level has proved a hit with skaters across the city and when the weekend arrives it is the place to be to watch ollies and grinds by old and young.

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8) Roads clogged up with weekend escapers - Suddenly the A23 and A27 slow to a snail's pace as those looking for a change of scenery try and get out of the city.

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9) Joggers on Hove Lawns - The enviously fit and healthy head to Hove Lawns to start the weekend with a quick 5k.

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10) Queues out the door for fish and chips - Who wants to cook on a Friday night? Nobody by the looks of the queues at traditional fish and chippies such as Bardsley's. But they are always worth the wait.

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  • What makes you know the weekend is here? Let us know below.