The Quadrant pub opposite the Clock Tower is a fine old fashioned pub in the heart of Brighton.

But, sadly, it is closing after more than 150 years to make way for a modern development.

Luckily, the historic building has been listed and will stay while all around it is reduced to rubble.

It's likely that there will be another pub or restaurant in its place but not one with the same character.

There are still several other traditional pubs in the city centre of Brighton offering a similar ambience and their numbers should not now be seriously reduced.

While themed pubs are all the rage in this part of the city and are probably more profitable, a balance needs to be kept.