Brighton

Brighton

Offering a cool and quirky vibe, a visit to Brighton should be on everyone’s bucket list. With its unique appeal that seamlessly blends the traditional British seaside outing with a thriving, effortlessly cool ‘scene’ that’s bang up to date, it’s easy to see why people come from far and wide to experience its charms.

Enjoying a fabulous setting on the spectacular East Sussex coastline, Brighton is within a few hours of London, yet it is a world away. It offers visitors an incredible kaleidoscope of activities, attractions, and experiences. You’ll never forget your first visit to Brighton!

Caravan Parks Near Brighton

A caravan holiday is an excellent idea when planning a trip to Brighton. Not only does it offer convenience and choice, it’s excellent value for money, too. What you save in expensive hotel costs, you can splash elsewhere on immersing yourself in Brighton and everything that comes with it… Here are a few caravan parks near Brighton:

Pevensey Bay Holiday Park

Combe Haven Holiday Park

Beauport Park Holiday Village

Winchelsea Beach

Camber Sands Holiday Park

Rye Harbour Holiday Park

Things To Do In Brighton

Now it’s time to plan your Brighton holiday. The obvious starting point is a trip to the beach. As well as Brighton beach, other beaches in the area well worth a visit include Camber Sands, Seven Sisters, Kemp Town, Hastings and Ovingdean. Whether you want miles of golden sands, sand dunes and hidden coves for romantic strolls and family outings, or you’re looking for a windswept beach perfect for surfing, kayaking, jet skiing and wakeboarding, then one of Brighton’s 30 beaches will suit. And let’s not forget our beloved canines. Brighton prides itself on its dog-friendly credentials, with loads of dog-friendly beaches, including East Brighton, Hastings, Camber, Eastbourne, and Goring. (Some restrictions may apply during summer months, so always check beforehand.)

Brighton is the perfect destination for browsing. With a thriving café culture and more independent shops, boutiques, and galleries than you’ll find anywhere, the town lends itself perfectly to the art of hanging out and people-watching. Check out The Lanes, a neighbourhood of quirky shops, cool restaurants, and traditional pubs and inns that is definitely the ‘place to be’ in Brighton. Or head to Snoopers Paradise, a giant flea market, the Open Market, which is bursting with creativity and a hub for independent shops and boutiques, or any of the numerous independent bookshops and record stores that are unique to Brighton.

Other attractions Brighton has to offer are SeaLife Brighton, Brighton Museum and Art Gallery, Brighton Toy and Model Museum, Volks Electric Railway, and Brighton Dome, Brighton’s premier multi-arts venue with events and performances all year round. If you want to get out and about in the gorgeous fresh air of East Sussex, the stunning South Downs National Park is on the doorstep of Brighton and offers a wealth of walks, hikes, and trails.

Six cool things to do while in Brighton

• Go to the top of the i360, 150-metre-high observation tower offering panoramic views of the coastline around Brighton. On a clear day, you can even see the Isle of Wight; 
• Check out the Grand Royal Pavilion, designed by architect John Nash and inspired by the Taj Mahal. This is a real spectacle to behold in the heart of Brighton!
• Go for a dip at Sea Lanes, the UK’s first open-water swimming centre, which also has a great selection of cafes, bars and a sauna;
• Have a good old-fashioned trip to Brighton Palace Pier where you can enjoy fairground rides and amusements and finish it off by buying some famous Brighton rock!
• Make sure you have fish and chips on the beach!
• Book an LGBTQ+ walking tour that takes you through 200 years of history from very different times to the more progressive scene today.

For a truly unforgettable holiday, book a trip to Brighton. It might be your first visit, but it won’t be your last!