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Brighton
A vibrant coastal city in the UK known for its iconic pier, pebble beaches, bustling nightlife, rich history, and a hub for the LGBTQ+ community.
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Brighton is London’s beachside escape for city dwellers. In just a quick one hour day trip from London to Brighton, you can reach the boardwalks and seaside of Brighton. Although it’s a tourist hotspot, Brighton is home to many locals, which gives the city its authentic feel. One of the best beaches near London, Brighton Beach includes a family-friendly pier where you’ll find arcade games, rides, and fish and chip food trucks known by locals as chippy vans.
To avoid the inevitable grey English skies, head to Brighton in the peak summer months because a winter visit may leave you cold and wet. After the beach, head into the city center to indulge in Brighton’s cultural attractions.
The Brighton Lanes, a shopping district, is the perfect place to explore boutiques, record stores, and coffee shops. For art lovers, the Brighton Museum and Art Gallery are a must-visit. Don’t leave the city considered the LGBTQ+ capital of the UK without exploring the 200-year history of Kemptown, Brighton’s ‘gay village’.
Pro Tip: Brighton beach is a pebbled beach so bring swim shoes for the most comfortable experience.
To avoid the inevitable grey English skies, head to Brighton in the peak summer months because a winter visit may leave you cold and wet. After the beach, head into the city center to indulge in Brighton’s cultural attractions.
The Brighton Lanes, a shopping district, is the perfect place to explore boutiques, record stores, and coffee shops. For art lovers, the Brighton Museum and Art Gallery are a must-visit. Don’t leave the city considered the LGBTQ+ capital of the UK without exploring the 200-year history of Kemptown, Brighton’s ‘gay village’.
Pro Tip: Brighton beach is a pebbled beach so bring swim shoes for the most comfortable experience.
briari 4 years ago
The UK has some amazing Pride Festivals to go celebrate and support the local LGBTQ+ community. One of our favorites is in Brighton: it’s the biggest in the UK and embodies everything we love about quirky Brighton and Pride.
When: August 2nd-4th Look forward to: Pride in the Park and Love BN1 Fest. Also, don’t miss the Pride Carnival and Pride Village Party where you can enjoy live cabaret, drag performances, and more, all to raise money for the Rainbow Fund.
Pro tip: Book tickets in advance, especially if you want camping space.
When: August 2nd-4th Look forward to: Pride in the Park and Love BN1 Fest. Also, don’t miss the Pride Carnival and Pride Village Party where you can enjoy live cabaret, drag performances, and more, all to raise money for the Rainbow Fund.
Pro tip: Book tickets in advance, especially if you want camping space.
booksandbao 5 years ago
Brighton is a historical seaside town in England that is also a major tourist destination. Known for having a thriving music and arts scene, Brighton is considered to be even more fashionable than London. Enjoy the UK coast for your next summer getaway, with boutique shopping underneath salty fresh air at what is considered to be "the happiest place to live in the UK."
seeker 3 years ago
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