Brixton Metals Appoints Its Chairman as CEO and President

VANCOUVER, BC – February 1, 2011 – Brixton Metals Corporation (“Brixton” or the “Company”) (TSX-V: BBB) announced today that it has appointed Gary R. Thompson, P.Geo., as the President and Chief Executive Officer of Brixton.

Mr. Thompson is a seasoned and proven leader with a significant record of achievement in resource exploration. Mr. Thompson is credited with a 1988 gold discovery at the TAG gold-silver property which, he sold to Taku Gold Corp. Mr. Thompson has over 25 years experience in resource exploration and project management and is a “qualified person” as defined in National Instrument 43-101.

The Board of Directors thanks Mac Bell for his contributions to the Company as the President and Chief Executive Officer. His energy and dedication have been important contributors to the Company’s development.

About Brixton Metals Corporation

Brixton Metals Corporation is a Vancouver based mineral exploration company engaged in the acquisition and exploration of precious metals assets. Veterans of exploration and highly respected within the industry, Brixton’s management is focused on advancing large scale deposits to feasibility and is exploring targets in alliance with Millrock Resources and Kiska Metals. Brixton’s portfolio is comprised of two properties under option agreements: Thorn (BC), and its flagship property, Kahilt (Alaska). Kahilt is a large, 100% owned land position in an under-explored district with the potential to host world class ore bodies. Brixton Metals trades on the TSX Venture Exchange under ticker symbol BBB. For more information about Brixton please visit our website at www.brixtonmetals.com.

On Behalf of the Board of Directors
“Gary R. Thompson”

For more information please contact:

Peter Oates, Investor Relations
Tel: +1 (604) 630-9707
Toll Free: 1 (888) 863-8601
E-mail: ir@brixtonmetals.com

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