The Scratch

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The Scratch

Thursday 4 February 2027 · Doors 18:30

Chalk, Brighton

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The Scratch is on Thursday 4 February 2027 at Chalk, Brighton, with doors at 18:30. Tickets start at £25.30, including the booking fee (Gigantic adds its fees per order at checkout).

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