Explore Brighton

"The new centre is situated in a nice place, within easy reach of the station and not far from the beach"

Alexandra Mitna, Travel Study Russia

At a glance:

• Population 250,000
• Seaside location
• Lively city with large student population
• 50 minutes from central London
• Great restaurants and shopping
• Numerous theatres and venues for live music
• Near the South Downs (paragliding, mountain biking, hiking or picnics)
• A student friendly city

Our new Study Centre is right in the heart of one of Britain’s most popular seaside destinations. Brighton is a city which has everything – great shopping and entertainment, many cafés and restaurants, together with a relaxed seaside culture. With students forming 10 percent of the population, the city has a truly cosmopolitan atmosphere. This is a city where students feel very welcome.

Shopping

With the best shopping south of London, Brighton’s shops are all within walking distance. There are large department stores and smaller specialist shops catering for every need. For more up-market merchandise, The Laines area in central Brighton offers expensive antiques, exclusive fashions and jewellery.

Restaurants

Brighton has some of the best restaurants outside London. All tastes are catered for here. The centre of Brighton is full of restaurants offering a range of cuisine: French, Italian, Spanish, Mexican, Thai, Chinese, Indian and vegetarian. Brighton also has some of the best traditional fish and chips in England.

Entertainment

Brighton has cinemas ranging from large multiplexes to small independents. There are numerous theatres and venues for live music. Classical music lovers are well catered for at the Dome, one of Brighton's concert venues. Home to the Brighton Philharmonic Orchestra, the 1,800-capacity Dome also plays host to blues, pop, rock, jazz, dub, world and club. The Brighton Centre and Concorde 2 are Brighton's major rock and pop venues.

Brighton and beyond

Brighton is ideally placed to explore other parts of the UK. If you want all the attractions of a world-class city, London is less than an hour away by train. Just outside the city is some of the most beautiful countryside in England. The nearby South Downs provides breathtaking views, great walks and plenty of opportunities for paragliding, mountain biking, hiking or picnics.

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