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Western East SussexBrighton

Brighton, with its sister town Hove, where in the 18th century the holiday resort led the way to sea bathing. It became popular by the visits of the Prince of Wales, later George IV, in 1784, transforming the original village of Brighthelmstone. He kept his secret wife, Mrs Fitzherbert, here and commuted to London, as people do now.

The old Brighton town centre is preserved as The Lanes, small cottages in twisting lanes, brimming with antique shops, bookshops, and cafe's.

The Regency and Victorian buildings show its popularity over the years, and the town has kept its magnetism, being the scene of Sunday day trips from Mods and Rockers to today.

The town was immortalized by Graham Green in his book Brighton Rock.

Hotels, restaurant's, cafe's ands guest houses line the promenade above the beach.

Theatres, nightclubs, lively !, piers, including Palace Pier, marina, and a racecourse, Kemp Town, are all here, with shops running up the hills towards the railway station.

Hove is quieter, to the West along the coast.

Lots of tourist attractions to see and things do in the town and the surrounding area, with the South Downs, , but it does get busy. Tourist Information Centre.

Take the Volks railway, electric, along the sea front, from the pier it goes west towards Rottingdean past the marina.

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What To See -

Brighton Tourist Attractions

 
Royal Pavilion, built by Nash, amazing structure and interiors, bought by the town from Queen Victoria who didn't like it. Now cleaned up, the gardens restored, floodlights at night, well worth a visit. Shop, etc, Tel: 01273 290900 Admission Charge
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Brighton Museum and Art Gallery, Church Street, Brighton, the Prince Regent's old stables converted into a gallery houses art nouveau and art deco,Tel: 01273 290900 Open:all day  Mon,Tue,Thur,Fri,Sat, and Sun afternoons.
 
Hove Museum and Art Gallery, houses paintings, Tel:  01273 290200 Open: Tue-Sat
 
Preston Manor, 18th century house, furnished rooms, Chinese porcelain garden.Admission Charge More On Preston Manor
 
Brighton Marina, bars, shops, etc, all around the fairly new marina which is very popular in the summer.
 
Sea Life Centre, aquarium, shop, etc, Tel: 01273 604234 Admission Charge
 
Fishing Museum, Kings Road, craft shops, Tel: 01273 723064
 
Booth Museum of Natural History, Victorian collection of birds,animal skeletons, Tel: 01273 292777
 
British Engineering, road, rail marine steam engines, restored Victorian pump house, steam days first Sunday in the month so you may well be lucky, Tel: 01273 559583 Admission Charge
 
Foredown Tower, Portslade, off A23 north west of the town, country park weather station, camera obscura, exhibitions, good views, Tel: 01273 292092 Admission Charge  Open: Thu-Sun
 
Ditchling Beacon, out of the town north on A23 then A273 towards Burgess Hill, take the B2116 east at Hassocks to this small village with the Beacon above it on preserved downland. Take the B2112 north from the village to find Ditchling Common.
 
Saltdean, the A259 coast road east is worth a drive, over the tops of the cliffs towards Rottingdean, with The Grange, gallery and museum, as well as Kipling Gardens, Victorian preserved gardens, Kipling lived here 1897-1902.
 

Where To Stay in Brighton

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Hotels


The De Vere Grand Kings Road Brighton BN1 2FW MAP
A magnificent 5 Star hotel in a prime seafront location. Well known for it's excellent cuisine. Superb leisure facilities.Brighton Pier 5 minutes on foot, The Royal Pavilion and The Lanes shopping area very close by.

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Hilton Brighton Metropole Kings Road Brighton BN1 2FU MAP
Step in to the impressive elegance of the Hilton Brighton Metropole hotel and immerse yourself in relaxation, indulgence, spa delights and fine cuisine.

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myhotel Brighton 17 Jubilee Street Brighton BN1 1GE MAP
Positioned on the city’s regenerated Jubilee Street, in the North Laine area of Brighton, this newly-opened hotel features a fusion of cutting-edge design and state-of-the-art technology with serene spirituality and Feng Shui.

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Royal York Hotel Old Steine Brighton BN1 1NH MAP
In a superb location in Brighton’s Old Steine area, this 4-star hotel has recently undertaken a complete and comprehensive refurbishment and now offers luxurious boutique-style accommodation.

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Gerrards Hotel 19 New Steine Brighton BN2 1PD MAP
Gerrards Hotel is a beautifully themed boutique hotel, with 8 individually themed luxurious rooms to choose from, you will enjoy a new experience with every room you stay in. Gerrards Hotel is situated in one of Brighton's famous regency squares.

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Thistle Brighton Kings Road Brighton BN1 2GS MAP
Modern deluxe property situated in a premier position on the promenade, overlooking the sea.Built around a spectacular atrium the hotel offers 208-air conditioned bedrooms including suites and has a full leisure centre with..

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Alias Hotel Seattle Brighton Marina Brighton BN2 5WA MAP
Leave the hustle and bustle, to board the tranquil Alias Hotel Seattle in Brighton Marina. Calm and dreamy clean lines, natural light and relaxing views welcome you to this vibrant yet relaxed environment whether it be in the bedrooms & bathrooms..

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Guest Houses, Bed & Breakfasts, Inns and Other Hotels


Urban House & Urban Retreat Spa 20 New Steine Brighton BN2 1PD MAP
Welcome to Urban House; a unique place to stay From the outside we have the charm of a classical regency building with 200 years of history. Step through the door, however, and you are transported into another world.

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New Property 4 New Steine Brighton BN2 1PB MAP
Square 'More than just four corners'. A stylish hotel located in fashionable Kemp Town just off the seafront, in an immaculate Regency garden square, a short walk from all Brighton's great amenities and attractions.

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New Steine Hotel and Bistro 10-11 New Steine Marine Parade Brighton BN2 1PB MAP
Situated in an impressive Georgian square close to the town and seafront, this hotel has much to offer.

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Gullivers Hotel 12a New Steine Brighton BN2 1PB MAP
Gulliver's Hotel is a comfortable 200 year old regency house set in a graceful period square in the centre of Brighton. While it retains much of its old character it also caters for the needs of todays traveller.

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Artist Residence Regency Square Brighton BN1 2GG MAP
Overlooking the seafront and the Pier, this beautifully modernised town house is set in Brighton’s historic Regency Square, less than a 5 minute walk away from the vibrant town centre.

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Home 18 Lower Rock Gardens Brighton BN2 1PG MAP
We provide relaxing hotel accommodation in the heart of Brighton. Located in an ideal location only 100 meters from the seafront and a 5 minute stroll from Brighton Pier, The Lanes and Brighton Conference Centre makes it a perfect base for exploring...

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Kemp Townhouse Atlingworth Street Brighton BN2 1PL MAP
In the heart of Brighton’s Kemp Town, this beautifully preserved listed building offers free Wi-Fi and affordable luxury, with stylish and elegant boutique accommodation at great-value rates.

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Holiday Cottages


Avalon Apartments West Street Brighton BN1 2RP
Avalon offers a beautifully presented City Centre apartment can be suited to both the holiday maker and business person (two minutes walk from the Brighton Centre). Secure underground car parking. Sleeps up to six people. Balcony.

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Around The Brighton Area

Along the coast east to Beachy Head and Eastbourne, or stop inland at Lewes for some history, west along the coast a little way and you arrive at Shoreham.

Tourist Information on Nearby Towns To Visit - straight line distance:

Lewes (7.43 miles) Newhaven (8.25 miles) Burgess Hill (9.33 miles) Worthing (10.20 miles) Seaford (10.87 miles) Haywards Heath (12.70 miles) Alfriston (12.87 miles) Uckfield (14.60 miles) Horsham (18.54 miles) Crowborough (20.63 miles)

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Area Telephone Code
01273
Brighton Information Centre
10 Bartholomew Square
Tel:
0906 711 2255

Hove Information Centre
Town Hall,
Church Road

Tel:
0906 711 2255
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