She was impressed by the way that original features had been looked after and cared for – “the touches that are so incredibly thoughtful” – and she added: “It really does seem as though they are trying to look after the history of this building.” The mayor of Brighton and Hove Jackie O’Quinn took a look at the progress being made in restoring the Hippodromeĭan Hawkins, from the Darkness, has a soft spot for Brighton, having first met his wife at the Concorde 2. “This is a great opportunity for the city to add to its wonderful cultural offer.” “As a city, we’re trying to attract tourists and this is the sort of place that tourists – including those from further afield – would love to see. “I can’t say anything that would prejudice a planning application but this is a stunning building that needs to be brought back into use as an entertainment venue for live music and shows. The mayor, Councillor O’Quinn, said: “The mayor’s role includes promoting the city at every level, including culture. But we’re very keen to get on so we can bring this amazing place back into use.” Norman Cook, aka Fatboy Slim, left, joins Simon Lambor, centre, from Matsim, and Dan Hawkins from the Darkness at the Hippodrome “We’re at the stage when we’re having to stop work now because we’re waiting for planning consent and listed building consent.
We watched the Hippodrome degrade and stepped in three years ago. Simon Lambor said: “We’re a family from Brighton. Among the guests today were the DJ Norman Cook, better known as Fatboy Slim, Dan Hawkins, guitarist and backing singer from the Darkness, Brighton Pavilion MP Caroline Lucas and the mayor of Brighton and Hove, Councillor Jackie O’Quinn.
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