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July 16, 2025
This is when Brighton Hippodrome will reopen as final designs submitted
Plans to reopen the Brighton Hippodrome have taken a major step forward, with developer Matsim Group confirming final designs have been completed and an operator secured — setting a new target opening date for 2027.
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July 15, 2025
Pub revival, Brighton landmarks and a modern folly — a landmark year in Sussex property development
From saving a historic country pub in Mid Sussex to reviving one of Brighton’s most iconic entertainment venues, The Matsim Group is delivering bold, high-impact projects across the region — all while taking on a mix of heritage preservation, structural regeneration, and imaginative rural design. The Brighton-based property development firm is enjoying what it describes as a “landmark year,” as four major projects — each distinct in purpose and place — come to life.
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August 30, 2024
First performance at historic venue in 60 years
A historic entertainment venue in East Sussex is to host its first performance in 60 years. Chuck Berry was the last artist to perform at Brighton Hippodrome on 22 November 1964 before it closed.
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April 3, 2024
Planners approve £20 million scheme to restore Brighton Hippodrome
A £20 million restoration of one of Britain’s finest Victorian theatre buildings has been approved in principle by Brighton and Hove City Council. The Hippodrome, a grade II* listed building, has been derelict for almost 20 years, having been a variety theatre for decades and then a bingo hall before closing in 2006.
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October 25, 2021
First look at new roof on Brighton Hippodrome as restoration continues
A VICTORIAN theatre where The Beatles once performed is one step closer to opening after owners replaced its "dangerous and depleted" roof ahead of winter.
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April 30, 2021
Brighton Hippodrome: plans for new roof as rot spreads
A VICTORIAN theatre where the Beatles once performed has submitted plans for a new roof - as dry rot continues to spread. Work to restore Brighton Hippodrome to its former glory began after it was bought by family-run company Matsim Properties last year.
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November 15, 2020
New owners reveal plans for Brighton Hippodrome
THE new owners of a former theatre say it has been locked away for too long. Simon Lambor, of family-run company Matsim Properties, was under no illusions about the amount of work it would take to restore Brighton Hippodrome to its former glory.
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September 18, 2020
Brighton Hippodrome is sold to family-run property company
A LARGE derelict venue has been saved from decay after it was bought yesterday. The Brighton Hippodrome in Middle Street has been sold to the Lambor family, who run Matsim Properties in Brighton.
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February 11, 2019
Planning Appeal Approved for Hove Gardens
A planning inspector has granted permission for an £80 million scheme to build homes, shops and offices by Hove station.
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February 11, 2017
Property Developer To Open Empty Brighton Building For Homeless
A property developer is to open an empty Brighton building for homeless people to sleep in after a plea by local politicians. Simon Lambor, of Matsim Properties, responded to a request by members of Brighton and Hove City Council to help with the initiative.
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August 10, 2016
High-rise flats plan to rejuvenate ‘ugly’ area
A 16-STOREY tower will be the “beacon” of a new city quarter, developers have revealed. Plans for the £80 million Hove Gardens development, including the demolition of one-storey warehouses to make way for high-rise flats and offices, have been made public.
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August 9, 2016
Plans submitted for £80m scheme to build homes, shops and offices by Hove Station.
Plans for an £80 million scheme to build homes, shops and offices on land by Hove Station and the Conway Street bus garage have been submitted by Matsim Properties. The developer wants to build 188 flats, about 21,000 sq ft of grade A office space and 2,500 sq ft of shops or small business units.
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