
The Belonging Bench
Created by: Brighton City Education Alliance
Location: Jubilee Library
Our bench is a celebration of the wonderful community we have created together. It represents the collaboration of our four schools — Middle Street, Fairlight, Hertford and St Margaret’s — united as a community where everyone has a place and everyone belongs.
Our bench celebrates creativity, individuality and inclusion. Just as every part of the bench is unique, so are we. We each bring our own ideas, talents, experiences and personalities, making our community richer and stronger.
Different schools, different people, different stories — but one community, together.
Take a seat, share a story and remember:
We are all unique. We all belong.
Opening times
Monday – 10:00 – 17:00
Tuesday – 10:00 – 19:00
Wednesday – 10:00 – 17:00
Thursday – 10:00 – 19:00
Friday – 10:00 – 17:00
Saturday – 10:00 – 17:00
Sunday – 11:00 – 14:00
Accessibility
Accessing the sculpture
This sculpture is inside Jubilee Library. The entrance to Jubilee Library is via Jubilee Square. The square has a smooth surface and is a wide, expansive space, ideal for wheelchair users. There are dropped kerbs at the top of Jubilee Street, opposite Wagamama.
Please note that there is a slight hill going down Jubilee Street towards the library. The pavement also has a small step onto the road as you go down the street, so be aware that if you are in a wheelchair, it’ll be better to cross at the top corners (where Jubilee meets North Road). There is also a dropped kerb opposite the square and Rudy’s (by the disabled parking bays), but please be aware of the cycling lane when crossing.
Public transport
Buses: If you’re arriving via bus, the nearest stop will be North Laine with the routes 3X, 20, 37, 37B, 52, Breeze 79 and 98.
Trains: If you’re arriving via train, the nearest station will be Brighton. All platforms and trains are accessible with ramps and extra support available at request. There are also accessible ticket barriers. There is a step-free access route via the Queens Road exit, around an 8-minute journey across a 650-metre distance.
- Turn left onto North Road from Queens Road and right onto Jubilee Street.
- Please note that the corner when turning onto North Road is quite tight, with both Queens Road and North Road on a slight hill.
Bikes: The nearest Beryl Bay will be on Church Street, opposite the Brighton Dome.
There are several Sheffield racks directly opposite Jubilee Square where you are able to lock up your own bicycle.
What to expect from the location
Noise level – 4/10.
Jubilee Square often has events, meaning that at certain times, the sculpture location may be quite busy. At normal times, expect a steady stream of people passing through the lanes and North Road. Be mindful of traffic noise and sirens as it is in the city centre.
The Jubilee Library is often a quieter space, so if you’d like some down time, the library is open 10am until 5pm Monday- Saturday, and 11am until 2pm on a Sunday.
There are numerous restaurants and bars nearby, as well as a Tesco directly opposite.
Parking
NCP Brighton Theatre. 230-metre distance, around a 3-minute journey.
- There is a step-free, accessible route down Church Street and turning left onto Jubilee Street. Be mindful of a downwards hill down Church Street.
- 6 disabled bays available.
- From £10 for 1-2 hours up to £35 for 24 hours.
RCP Parking North Road. 300-metre distance, around a 4-minute journey.
- There is a step-free, accessible route down North Road and then turning right onto Jubilee Street.
- 2 disabled parking spaces.
- From £3.50 for 30 minutes up to £34 for 24 hours.
The nearest on-street Blue Badge parking will be opposite Jubilee Square and adjacent to Las Iguanas. You can park here for three hours. Alternatively, you can use a Blue Badge on single or double yellow lines for up to three hours as long as no loading restrictions are in force. You can also pay for free and for an unlimited time in Pay and Display bays.
Facilities
The nearest public toilets to the sculpture location will be in the Jubilee Library. These toilets are male and female, fully accessible with baby changing facilities.
There is also an on-site adult changing place. This includes an adjustable changing bench, ceiling hoist, peninsular toilet, and height-adjustable washbasin.
