Access Broadband Internet For Free At Three City-centre Pubs
Published 1st Jul 2003 by Laura Creasey

Brighton-based pub operator wants you to work in the pub 26/06/03

However, this is not an appeal for would-be bar staff. Now anyone with a wireless enabled laptop or PDA can access broadband internet FOR FREE at three city-centre pubs operated by Brighton pub group - Zelgrain. Spokesperson, Gavin George thinks providing this service in a pub is another step towards the re-invention of the "public house" and the redefinition of its place in our lives.

?Pubs are great places to eat and drink? comments George ? but Zelgrain has always been aware of their importance as places for the generation and communication of ideas as well. Pubs are cultural centres and have important community functions. And with the introduction of wireless connectivity they are potentially centres of commerce too. All you have to do is turn up with your wireless enabled laptop or PDA, turn on and log on for free. One small start-up company I know are already taking advantage of the wireless connectivity in a pub of ours by using it as an office within which to meet and work.?

?The way people work and how they use their time off is changing. In 50 years offices might be defunct and people might choose to do their work in a pub-type environment rather than be isolated at home.?

What?! A world where excruciatingly dull office politics no longer exists? No sad group re-enactment of last night's crap telly? Thank goodness! In the meantime, the service isn't just for the industrious. Those seeking less taxing reasons for internet access are also encouraged to partake of a tasty beverage and trawl at the following pubs:

? Black Lion, 14 Black Lion St, Brighton, BN1 1ND. Tel: 01273 711884
? Grand Central, 29-30 Surrey St, Brighton, BN1 3PA. Tel: 01273 329086
? Riki Tik, 18a Bond St, Brighton, BN1 2RD. Tel: 01273 683844

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