With its long pebble beach, traditional seaside pier and vibrant atmosphere, Brighton is one of the most popular seaside resorts in the UK with over 9m visitors each year. The city is rich in history - including the magnificent Royal Pavilion, an 18th century fantasy palace built for the playboy Prince of Wales. Brighton is also known for its elegant Regency architecture, quirky independent shops, and wide choice of entertainment options - including several hundred cafes and restaurants.
Meet at Brighton railway station and join our informative walking tour through the town and down to the beach, as we hear fascinating stories about 300 years of Brighton people and events. Did you know that this small city has the highest percentage of LGBTQ residents in the country, was attacked from the air on 56 occasions during WWII, and hosted both the Beatles and the Rolling Stones in 1964?
Our stops will include North Laine and The Lanes (18th century); Royal Pavilion (18th century); Brighton Town Hall (19th century); Brighton Palace Pier (19th century);
Brighton seafront.
A mile away from busy Brighton Pier, Hove is a popular alternative destination for visitors. With its own distinct history and charm, Hove offers elegant Regency streets squares, and traditional multi-coloured beach huts lining its two miles of beachside promenade. Join us for an informative stroll along the Hove seafront and through 19th century streets, and hear about Hove's fascinating former residents and events.
Starting from the magnificent Royal Pavilion and after a brief stop at Old Steine Gardens, our walk will take us through the Regency-style neighbourhood of Kemptown, now considered the LGBT capital of the UK. Walking past its lively bars, clubs and boutiques, our route will take us down to the seaside and finish on Madeira Drive. From there you can walk back to Brighton Pier or continue along the beach to Brighton Marina.
Join us for a 4-mile guided coastal walk from central Brighton to the Sussex seaside village of Rottingdean. The walk takes around 90 minutes one-way on paved paths with no steep hills, it is also suitable for dogs and children - but is of course subject to the English weather! (Alternatively, the same route can be covered in a guided bicycle tour on official cycle paths – please enquire).
Starting from Brighton Pier, we will hear about the history and geography of the area as we follow the beach to Brighton Marina, and then take the coastal walking path under high white cliffs to the village of Rottingdean, where there are a number of historical sites and refreshment options. The area also offers lovely views as we look towards Eastbourne along the English Channel coast. Whilst there, try some fish and chips washed down with a cuppa or a pint, explore the village, enjoy the local beaches, do a circular hike into the hills behind, swim in the sea, or just relax on the beach! Why not make a day of it and visit the nearby South Downs, including the Seven Sisters Country Park and the infamous Beachy Head chalk cliff?
The return journey
from Rottingdean
to Brighton is unaccompanied, and at your leisure. It can be done on foot (90’),
by local bus (45’), by bicycle (30’), or by taxi (15’). Your guide will be pleased to provide further information and assistance.
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Only one hour from Brighton by direct train, London is one of the top three tourist destinations in the world, welcoming over 20 million international visitors annually. One of the most important cities in the world, it has a rich history, diverse culture, world-class theatres and restaurants - as well as famous sites like Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, St Paul’s cathedral and the Tower of London. Join us on a day trip from Brighton to central London and enjoy a guided walking tour of the City (Tower of London, Tower Bridge, Bank of England, St Paul’s cathedral etc.). There will also be time that afternoon to wander around the shops, take in more sights, or else visit one of London's many famous museums.
Leave
your wallet behind - the all-inclusive price per person includes:
You will be met on arrival at a central London station (London Bridge or Victoria), and led on an informative walking tour that explains the City’s 2000-year history. Hear about the Royals over the centuries, about the Great Fire of 1666, and the Blitz of 1940-41. After your lunch in a fascinating location, enjoy a few more hours at your leisure before your short train journey back to Brighton.
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Jasmin Aziz, BNJC (Brighton & Hove Jewish Community)
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