Welcome

The Friends of Palmeira and Adelaide was established in 1997 as a residents association to improve the environment and amenities of Palmeira Mansions, Palmeira Square and Adelaide Crescent.  

We live in one of the South coast’s premier heritage sites comprising an architectural set-piece of Grade 2 and 2* early and mid 19th Century Listed Buildings. The elegant square and crescent sweep around two gardens within the Brunswick Town Conservation Area.

Our aim is to benefit all those who live in the area, and to support our community of local residents. We strive to create equal opportunities and good relations amongst all members of our community.


  • Join our Neighbourhood Watch

    Join our Neighbourhood Watch

    Neighbourhood Watch is about local people working together to create safe, attractive and friendly places in which to live. Places where crime is less likely to happen and people are less likely to turn to anti-social behaviour.

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  • Dog Poo Awareness April

    Dog Poo Awareness April

    Dog Poo Awareness April – Let’s keep ALL areas of our gardens safe and clear”

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  • 28th AGM: 2pm on the 26th April 2025

    28th AGM: 2pm on the 26th April 2025

    The Friends of Palmeira and Adelaide Residents Association 28th Annual General Meeting. Will take place at The Cornerstone Centre at 2pm on Saturday 26th April 2025

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  • Brunswick Town 200 years – a talk by Nick Tyson, 26th March

    Brunswick Town 200 years – a talk by Nick Tyson, 26th March

    Brunswick Town, which celebrates 200 years in 2025, remains one of the finest examples of Regency architecture in Britain. Join Hove Civic Society to hear this fascinating account of the history and development of Brunswick Town by Nick Tyson, Honorary Secretary of The Regency Town House.

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  • Road Closure Information

    Road Closure Information

    The Brighton Marathon Returns on Sunday 6th April. With the start/finish line on Hove Lawns and some local roads closed this is a timetable for the road closures.

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  • BHCC Survey

    BHCC Survey

    Brighton and Hove City Council want to hear from residents, visitors and businesses about your personal experiences of contacting us and using our services.

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Drone photography by Julius Gwyer

A passion for our local area

The aims of the association are to act for the residents in preserving and improving the gardens and general amenity of the area. 

Membership & Community

The Friends of Palmeira and Adelaide’ (FOPA) is a residents association for Palmeira and Adelaide area and membership is open to all who reside in the area. Creating a community for our area within our City.

Gardens

We are working to develop a group of volunteers that meet on a regular basis in the gardens to support Brighton and Hove City Council with gardening activities 

Actively liaises with other local organisations

  • The Council – Planning and Conservation
  • The Council – CityParks
  • The Council – CityClean
  • The Police – Law and order issues
  • Local Councillors

Socials

We also arrange social activities such as a Christmas party, Summer party and Coffee mornings..

Facebook Group

We have an active Facebook group, promoting our news, local events and activities and provides a space for members to discuss our area.

Fundraising

FOPA is a residents association run by volunteers and is reliant on the kind donations of its members. We appreciate all donations and are always looking for new ways to raise much needed funds.