Brighton's Secret Garden to host annual summer concert

The Secret Garden, tucked away behind high walls in Kemptown, Brighton, is the last surviving Regency pleasure garden of its kind in Brighton.

On Saturday, July 25, the public is invited to enjoy a rare evening of music and history at its annual summer concert, featuring a performance by The Adur Band.

The concert will take place from 7pm to 9pm, and guests are encouraged to bring a picnic and relax under the trees.

The Antony Dale Trust said: "We want people to discover somewhere many Brighton residents don't even realise exists.

"This concert is one of those magical evenings where people can simply bring a picnic, listen to wonderful live music and experience one of the city's hidden treasures."

The Secret Garden dates back to the 1820s and was originally the private garden of 32 Sussex Square.

At the time, it was accessed through a tunnel beneath Bristol Place.

Today, it remains a tranquil retreat just moments from the busy seafront, offering visitors a step back in time.

The concert offers a rare chance to enjoy the garden as the sun sets, surrounded by carefully restored planting and peaceful surroundings.

The event is not commercially promoted.

All donations will support the ongoing preservation of the garden.

Wine, soft drinks and refreshments will be available for a suggested donation, with all proceeds going to The Antony Dale Trust.

For tickets and more information, visit eventbrite.co.uk/e/2026-summer-concert-with-the-adur-band-tickets-1992623292909.

The trust is a volunteer-led charity that maintains and develops the garden for public benefit.

The garden was rescued from potential development by conservationist Antony Dale, founder of the Regency Society.

It was later entrusted to The Antony Dale Trust through the wishes of his wife, Yvonne.

Now, the trust opens the garden for sculpture exhibitions, educational projects, community events and quiet enjoyment throughout the summer months.

The garden is maintained largely by volunteers and relies on donations, grants and carefully selected fundraising events.

All proceeds support the Antony Dale Trust and the ongoing conservation of The Secret Garden.