The Lanes. This narrow grouping of alleys and roads is Brighton's famous bohemian shopping area. Well known for their small shops (including several antique shops) and alleyways. Brighton, East Sussex. The Lanes are commonly taken to be bounded by North Street to the north, Ship Street to the west and Prince Albert Street and the north side of Bartholomew Square to the south. The eastern boundary is less well-defined and can be considered either East Street or Market Street.