Welcome to Bedford Square
Sitting next to the Brighton Hotel, and opposite the Victorian Bandstand, it was started in 1801 and finished by the late 1820's so is a true Regency square.
Originally Bedford Square consisted of the two houses at the base of the square now part of Kings Road and the Brighton Hotel..
More History about the Square
All the houses were quickly made into holiday and guest homes. Having its own private garden similar to Montpelier Terrace, the garden was eventually acquired by the Brighton Council in the mid 20th Century The Square was originally open in both top corners, the street entrance, and a pathway through where No's 26/27 are now. This path led to the church thorugh Sillwood Street. That is perhaps why these houses in the far corner lack the fancy balconies, balustrade and roof line that all the other listed buildings do.
The Square now house's a variety of residents, and resounds to the sounds of children in the day, B-B-Q's in the evening and foreign students with guitars in the night.
There are still a few guest house left in the square, but most are private or long stay houses with prices ranging from £90 per week to £200K.
FoBS News & Gossip
- Supporting and developing an informed and communicating community
- What is happening in the square
- Working with other Groups
Crime and improving safety
- We have an active neighbourhood watch & webcams on the square
- Promoting, increasing and co-ordinating Community Local Action Groups
- Tackling street nuisance / street drinking
Improving health and well-being
- Supporting people affected by drug and alcohol misuse (including dual diagnosis)
- Supporting elderly and isolated people
Latest News ?
This site is now produced in a simpler format and has a list of FAQ for residents.
This new site and hosting is currently being supported by ismyfamily genealogy hosting and caeos.info web services.
Bedford Square Gets WIFI
Notice board
bedford square gets its money
we have received funding for a notice board but on a limited budget.
it is up to you to decide on the design and placement. Please contact us with your ideas.
