New Royal Patron for Brighton & Hove Museums

Brighton & Hove Museums is pleased to announce that His Royal Highness the Duke of Gloucester has taken over as patron of the charity.

The previous patron was the former Prince of Wales but he stepped down when he became King in 2022.

The Duke of Gloucester is the late Queen Elizabeth II’s cousin and a full-time working member of the Royal Family. He attends national and international events in support of The King and his duties as Head of State, as well as undertaking extensive public duties and engagements every year reflecting his own interests and charities.

The CEO of Brighton & Hove Museums, Hedley Swain and the Chair of the Trustees Michael Bedingfield met The Duke in the summer at Kensington Palace to make arrangements for a visit to Brighton & Hove in 2025.

CEO of Brighton & Hove Museums Hedley Swain said: “It was lovely to be informed by Buckingham Palace that The Duke would take on the role. We are thrilled he is giving our charity his support.

“The Duke has a background in heritage and architecture and is associated with several other charities in the sector. We look forward to welcoming him to the Royal Pavilion and our other venues.”