Brighton is only 12 miles from Steyning. Drive there or take a bus!

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The UK’s Favourite Seaside Resort

This vibrant south coast city deserves its popularity.

You can catch a number 2 bus from Steyning to Brighton. A faster way is to travel to Shoreham by Sea and change to a train.

Driving takes around 25 minutes but parking can be trickly.

Brighton Pier

Brighton Palace Pier

This pier is Brighton’s number one attraction.

It’s open all year and is free to visit from September to May.

Brighton Palace Pier

This pier is Brighton’s number one attraction.

It’s open all year and is free to visit from September to May.

Brighton Pier
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Borde Hill Gardens

The Royal Pavilion

The Royal Pavilion is a wonderful building in the centre of Brighton with a colourful history.

Built as a seaside pleasure palace for King George IV from 1815, it mixes Regency grandeur with the visual style of India and China.

Open to the public throughout the year.

Read more about the Royal Pavilion

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Brighton Museum and Art Gallery

Next door to the Royal Pavilion and well worth a visit!

Brighton Museum and Art Gallery

Next door to the Royal Pavilion and well worth a visit!

Brighton museum

Shopping in the Lanes and Laine District

Many people enjoy two deservedly popular districts: The Lanes – between the Royal Pavilion and the beach – and the North Laine area in this photo – close to the station.

Both are worth exploring with interesting independently run shops, cafes and pubs..

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The West Pier

This derelict pier is a favourite subject for photographers.

Once a symbol of the leisurely seaside lifestyle Brighton had come to represent, it sadly had to close after a fire.

The West Pier

This derelict pier is a favourite subject for photographers.

Once a symbol of the leisurely seaside lifestyle Brighton had come to represent, it sadly had to close after a fire.

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The Upside Down House

This unusual attraction on Brighton seafront is near the West Pier. It’s open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Admission costs £7.95.

After your visit call into the Grand Hotel nearby for a cup of coffee!

The Brighton Festival

Head to Brighton in May and you will be able to enjoy the very popular annual festival.

As well as the main programme you will be able to find many fringe events to attend.

The Brighton Festival

Head to Brighton in May and you will be able to enjoy the very popular annual festival.

As well as the main programme you will be able to find many fringe events to attend.

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Veteran Car Run

Do call in to see this famous annual event. The cars travel – rather slowly! – from London to Brighton.

It is usually held on the first Sunday in November.

Enjoy the Brighton Marathon

Another annual event which we be held on the 5th April in 2025.

The course takes runners through the best of this historic city, showing them some glorious views of the South Downs.

Enjoy the Brighton Marathon

Another annual event which we be held on the 5th April in 2025.

The course takes runners through the best of this historic city, showing them some glorious views of the South Downs.

Are you looking for a holiday cottage?

If you plan to visit Brighton you may choose to stay in a quieter place: Rosebud Cottage is in picturesque Steyning 10 miles away. There is a regular bus service to Brighton and  frequent trains from nearby Shoreham by Sea.

Read about some of my favourite places to see and things to do in my Sussex Guide

For more ideas and information about annual events check out my Local Blog

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