Pat Norman – a Friend to Brighton

Argus title : A free spirit who deserves honour

On the edge of the Lanes, at the centre of Brighton, stands Brighton’s Friends Meeting House. Since 1805 it has been the place of worship for the city’s Quaker Community.

Set back from the street, fronted by a tranquil garden, it is an oasis of peace in one of the busiest parts of Brighton. While all around it, local businesses pursue wealth and profit, luring well-heeled passers-by to part with their money, the Meeting House welcomes everyone, perhaps especially those who are penniless. Continue reading