Emily Booth Brings Big Scares to Horror on the Pier in Brighton

This November, horror lovers will converge on the iconic Brighton Pier for a night of terror, thrills, and cinema history. Hosted by the Catalyst Club in collaboration with Cinecity, Horror on the Pier promises a unique celebration of horror films in one of the most atmospheric locations imaginable. Perched over the dark waters of the Channel and overlooking the eerie Horror Hotel, the event is set to take place on Thursday, 14 November at Horatios Bar.

Emily Booth, beloved TV presenter and actress known for her roles in cult films like Cradle of Fear and her work on Shock Movie Massacre, will lead the charge. Following the success of her recent Friday the 13th event in Hastings, Booth returns to Sussex to guide audiences through a personal journey into the world of black-and-white horror. With her infectious enthusiasm for the genre, Booth will offer an intimate look at some of the classics that shaped her career and love for the macabre.

In addition to Booth’s segment, attendees will enjoy a special presentation titled Take Three Ghouls by Alexia Lazou, a local tour guide, magic lanternist, and dedicated fan of Gothic culture. Lazou will shine a light on three of the most iconic names in horror cinema—Christopher Lee, Peter Cushing, and Vincent Price—revealing the lighter, sometimes humorous side of these legendary actors who brought terror to the screen.

Mark Keeble, a cinephile and dedicated horror fan, rounds out the evening with The Power of the Many, a whirlwind tour of classic horror anthology films. From timeless masterpieces to campy, guilty pleasures, Keeble will explore the unique thrill of the anthology format, which offers audiences multiple stories of terror within a single feature. Expect a blend of fun, fear, and a new perspective on some cult favourites.

Hosted by the Dreadful Dr. David Bramwell, Horror on the Pier promises to be a night of eerie celebration, mixing the charm of Brighton’s seaside with the darker pleasures of horror cinema. As the wind howls over the pier and the waves crash below, fans can gather in Horatios Bar for a night that will transport them through the history and excitement of the horror genre.

Presented by Cinecity, the Brighton Film Festival’s annual showcase of world cinema, this event is part of a larger programme that includes festival previews, live cinema, and rare archival screenings. For horror fans and film lovers, Horror on the Pier will be a night to remember, combining the passion of horror cinema with the unique magic of Brighton’s seafront.

Tickets for Horror on the Pier are on sale now for the 8pm event on Thursday, 14 November. You can get your tickets here: ticketsource.co.uk/dr-bramwell/t-lnorljp

Get ready to embrace the darkness in one of Brighton’s most atmospheric spots as these horror experts take you on a journey through the macabre, the mysterious, and the monstrous.