Norman Cook pledges support to Madeira Terrace crowdfunding campaign

This morning celebrity superstar DJ Norman Cook aka Fat Boy Slim gave his backing to the city’s crowdfunding campaign to save Madeira Terrace.

The crowdfunding campaign set up by the council has a target of £430k to reach before 30 November 30. So far, half the money needed has been raised through pledges made by the council, residents and local businesses.

Posing in the selfie arch, Norman, said: “From the first time I saw Quadrophenia, Madeira Terrace has been an iconic part of Brighton to me. It means as much to the town as the Royal Pavilion, the piers, the i360, Fat Boy Slim and muesli itself!

“It’s a great shame it’s fallen to decay so please get involved with the crowdfunding so we can all help can save it and ensure it doesn’t meet the same fate as the West Pier.”

Council leader Warren Morgan, said: “Norman’s support comes at a crucial time and is very welcome. He’s an iconic figure for the city so having his backing for our equally iconic Terraces will boost the campaign to a huge audience.”

“Public support for the campaign has been brilliant but with less than a month to go now, the clock is ticking and we need to show that this project has widespread backing. Once we’ve done that it will unlock further funding opportunities from government and heritage groups.

“There’s a strong will in the city to protect and restore the terrace so I would urge all those who care about this to pledge whatever they can.”