International Student Guide 2016

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT GUIDE TO

BRIGHTON & HOVE 2016-17

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Introduction

BRIGHTON & HOVE

The What’s On International Student Guide aims to give you a real feel for the vibrant city of Brighton & Hove so that you can get the most from your visit.

INTRODUCTION

The city has many attractions for you to visit including a royal palace, museums, pier and a huge beach. You will find details of these, and many more, within this Guide alongside useful information on navigating the city, calling home and changing currency.

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Take this Guide with you as you walk around the city and get yourself acquainted with its quirky Lanes and immerse yourself in the culture of this city. We also recommend that you practice your English as much as possible!

We think you will agree Brighton & Hove is a truly unique city.

Enjoy Your Stay!

Contents Calling Home. . . . . . . . . . . 4 Transport. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Useful Contacts. . . . . . . . . 6 Money & Visas. . . . . . . . . . 8 Road Safety. . . . . . . . . . . 10 Learning Tips. . . . . . . . . . 11 Staying With Your Host Family. . . . . . . . . . . . 12 BRIGHTON Brighton Today . . . . . . . . 14 Fascinating Facts. . . . . . 15 A History of the City. . . . 16 Attractions . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Explore Sussex. . . . . . . . 22 Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Museums & Galleries. . . 26 Get Creative. . . . . . . . . . . 28

PUBLISHED BY: Williams Media Limited ADDRESS: 12a Marlborough Place, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 1WN, UK TELEPHONE: +44 (0) 1273 731000 WEBSITE: www.williams-media.co.uk EDITION: 2016-17 GUIDE WRITTEN BY: Louise Donno CONTRIBUTORS: Louise Donno, Kairen Kemp DESIGNED BY: Gill McPhee ARTWORK: Steven Jarvis & Clinton Lord ADVERTISING: Justin Williams ©Williams Media Ltd 2016 DISCLAIMER At the time of going to press every effort has been made to ensure that all details are correct. These details are subject to change and the publishers cannot accept responsibility for consequences arising from details printed in this book.

CONTENTS

VOTED “UK’s COOLEST CITY”

Worship. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Festivals & Events. . . . . . 30 Shopping. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Eating Out. . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Candy Crush . . . . . . . . . . 42 Afternoon Tea. . . . . . . . . 44 EXPLORE THE SOUTH EAST Visit London. . . . . . . . . . . 46 Visit Worthing. . . . . . . . . 50 Visit Arundel. . . . . . . . . . . 52 Visit Portsmouth. . . . . . . 54 Visit Oxford. . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Visit Bath. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 City Centre Map. . . . . . . . 63 Brighton City Map. . . . . . 64

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Calling Home When you first get to the UK you may want to call home straight away to let your family know you have arrived safely.

Using mobile phones can be expensive so here’s our list of the cheapest and most convenient ways to make international calls to help you keep in contact with your friends and loved ones.

Skype/FaceTime If your host family and/or language school has free wi-fi then you may find that the best option for calling home is to use your smartphone or computer with an app such as Skype or FaceTime. If you are using your host family’s wi-fi, please get permission first.

CALLING HOME

International calling cards With an international calling card you can call many top international destinations for as little as a few pence per minute.

You can get one from most supermarkets and many shops, and they usually come preloaded with credit so they’re ready to use immediately.

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Mobile phones If you brought a mobile phone with you to the UK you should check the call and internet charges before using it as these can often be very high. Sometimes making off-peak calls (usually weekends or after 7pm) can give you an extra discount. You may find using a calling card (above) is the best way to call abroad.

GET 10GB EXTRA DATA AND MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME WITH EE

New to the UK? The EE international SIM helps you get settled in with loads of data, so you can make video calls, find your way around with maps, and show your friends and family what you’re up to on social media.

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Pick up your SIM from your representative or in an EE store You automatically have 50MB to get you set up and let your loved ones know you’ve arrived safely.

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Top up with £10 and get 500MB, up to 200 international mins, 100 UK mins and 200 UK texts. PLUS UNLIMITED EE to EE calls so you can stay in touch with your fellow students and never miss out.

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Special student offer get 10GB extra data by texting STU10 to 150

For more information visit ee.co.uk or visit us in store.

Churchill Square: Unit 39 Churchill Square Shopping Centre, Brighton, BN1 2TD Western Road: 209 / 210 Western Road, Brighton, BN1 2BA Pay as you go only. Lower call rates to 67 countries when you call from the UK. Excludes calls to non-geographic and premium rate numbers. We can remove or change the countries included in the pack or change the pricing at any time. One minute minimum call charges apply. Person to person use only. Other terms apply. Visit ee.co.uk for more information.10GB data: Offer available between 01.05.16 and 31.07.16 to customers taking the EE International SIM and topping up with a minimum of £10. Code SL10 must be sent to 150 to activate the free data. Other terms apply.

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Transport Brighton has excellent transport links across the city as well as to the airports and to destinations popular with students such as London and beyond. Travelling by public transport is both easy and convenient. You’ll soak up some fantastic views along the way and it is without doubt the best way to get from A to B. Buses The bus service in Brighton is very good, running across the city until late, with some routes offering a night bus service. Buses. co.uk has two downloadable apps which will allow you to access real-time timetable information and buy tickets on your phone.

Another bus company called Stagecoach operates routes along the coast that will take you to Worthing, Arundel, Chichester and Portsmouth. stagecoachbus.com

1 Stop Travel on North Street sells saver tickets and BusID passes, as well as London Travelcards and even tickets for Euroline Coach services all over Europe. They stock timetables, offer bargain tickets and deals for most popular destinations. 26 North Street, BN1 1EB Taxis Brighton has a number of taxi companies and it is always best to book ahead if you can. Always use a taxi with an official license plate if you use a taxi rank.

Tel: 01273 20 40 60/ 01273 55 55 55 student-taxis.com

USEFUL CONTACTS: Emergency

National Rail Enquiries

TRANSPORT

(Police/Fire/Ambulance) NHS Medical Helpline

Emergency Medical

01273 696955

Police (Non-emergency)

Tourist Information

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999 111 101 or 01273 470101

01273 290337

08457 484950

1 Stop Travel

01273 886200

Taxi

01273 55 55 55

01273 20 40 60

Central Brighton Police 08456 070999 Private Doctor

Traveline (all transport)

07922 179595 08712 002233

Welcome to the UK’s top student city!

Work hard, party hard and make sure you always get home safely

(01273)

(01273)

55 55 55

20 40 60

55 55 55

20 40 60

Taxis available 24/7 from Radio Cabs 01273 20 40 60 and Brighton & Hove City Cabs 01273 55 55 55 Working in partnership to give students the best deal Download free iphone apps www.student-taxis.com City Cabs

Radio Cabs

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Money & Visas The British currency is the Pound (GBP/ÂŁ). Most major credit cards are accepted in the city but your bank may charge a transaction fee. If you use cash, you can withdraw money from most ATM machines but be careful as not all ATM machines are free! Some in shops can charge ÂŁ1.50 or more to use.

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Opening A Bank Account If you are staying for a long time you might want to open an international student bank account. All the banks offer student accounts so shop around to get the best deal. You will need a letter from your school confirming your address and length of stay if you choose to go ahead.

Exchanging Currency The more currency you need, the more money you will save by getting a good exchange rate. As the rate changes daily we would recommend that you download a currency app so you can tell when the best

MONEY & VISAS

deals are. xe.com/apps/

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Currency Card A currency card is a card that you credit with money before you leave your home country and then use it as you would a normal debit or credit card. These cards can give you a better foreign exchange rate and are totally replaceable if you lose them.

Visas EU If you are intending to visit the UK as a short stay study group from the EU your school will have made all the appropriate travel arrangements for your trip.

ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/policyandlaw/ immigrationlaw/immigrationrules/ appendix2/

MONEY & VISAS

Non-EU If you are a student visiting from outside the EU, you may need a Visa for entry into the UK. Students aged over 16 from non-EU countries studying in the UK may also have to register with the police on arrival. Failure to do so could lead to up to a £5000 fine or even prison, so check these details before you depart and with your school when you arrive.

Bureau De Change: • No1 Currency Exchange Store 38 Ship Street B N1 1AB • The Brighton £exchange 50 North Street BN1 1RH • Dapa Forex 106 Western Road BN1 2AA • Thompson Travel Brighton 131-132 North Street B N1 1RG • Thompson Travel Hove 124 Church Road BN3 2EA • Marks and Spencer Bank 195 Western Road B N1 2BJ • The Money Shop 30/31 Queens Road B N1 3XA • Post Office 2-3 Churchill Square BN1 2TA • Eurozone 17 Imperial Arcade BN1 3EA

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Road Safety REMEMBER: Traffic in the UK drives on the LEFT

ROAD SAFETY

Always walk on the pavement (sidewalk) NOT ON THE ROAD

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Only cross busy roads at the crossing. Look both ways

Wait for the ‘crossing man’ to turn green before crossing

BE AWARE! Especially if using a smartphone or headphones

Learning Tips

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GO TO CLASS ON TIME AND BE READY TO LEARN

BE ACTIVE

IN CLASS: ASK AND ANSWER QUESTIONS IN YOUR LESSONS

DO YOUR HOMEWORK

AND TASKS SET BY YOUR TEACHER

REGULARLY REVIEW ALL YOUR PAST LESSONS

PRACTICE

YOUR CONVERSATION SKILLS WITH LOCALS & HOST FAMILY

LEARNING TIPS

“Hello”

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HOST FAMILIES

Staying With Your

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Photo courtesy: Visit England

Host Family We recommend that you speak as much English with your host family as possible to get a better understanding of the English language and culture.

what time you expect to be home.

Ask permission before inviting friends from school back to the host family’s home.

Take an interest in the family and ask about their family history and connection to Brighton. They may be able to tell you local history that you would not learn from a tour or guidebook.

If you need to use the host family’s phone, always ask permission first and insist on paying for the call.

This is your home while you are staying in the city so treat it with respect. Keep your room clean and tidy up after yourself when you use other areas of the home. Your host family will really appreciate you making an effort.

If you are the legal age to smoke in the UK and you wish to smoke at your host family’s home ask them where is a convenient area. Most homeowners who smoke prefer to smoke outside.

If you are staying with your host family on a full board basis, tell them if you don’t need a meal.

If you are actively religious, your school and/or host family may be able to help you find a suitable place of worship.

If you plan to stay out later than usual let your host family know

Enjoy the experience of living with your host family!

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Brighton Today

Credit: Visit England

BRIGHTON & HOVE

BRIGHTON TODAY

The city of Brighton & Hove has a unique charm all of its own. A seaside resort with a fascinating history, it’s certainly the coolest and most cosmopolitan of destinations to study in and visit in the UK.

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Brighton & Hove used to be two separate towns but were joined together in 1997 and received city-status from the Queen in the millennium celebrations in 2001.

Brighton is the larger area and contains the Lanes and bohemian North Laine areas while Hove to the west is more residential and relaxed.

The Lanes are the historic hub of Brighton. Once home to the fishermen, these maze-like alleys are full of jewellery stores, restaurants and gift shops. Slightly further from the sea is the North Laine, an area full of quirky boutiques, trendy shops and cafes. The North Laine is also where you’ll find the best street art.

The area around Churchill Square is the modern commercial centre in Brighton.

Most of the buses go past the shopping centre, which makes it a great meeting place although it can get busy during the day – especially in the summer!

Fascinating Facts There are apparently over 614 million pebbles along the 5 miles of beach.

A relatively short distance to London the city is often referred to as ‘London By The Sea’.

From 1914–1916, the Royal Pavilion was converted from a palace into a hospital for wounded Indian soldiers who had fought alongside the British.

In the 1640s Brighthelmstone had a population of over 4,000 inhabitants and was the largest settlement in Sussex.

Look out for the blue plaques on the front of the smart houses across the city. These signify a commemorative link between the building and a famous person or event.

During the 1600s, Hove became notorious with smugglers.

BRIGHTON

The City has almost 100 parks and gardens and can boast that it has some of the finest architecture in the Britain.

Brighton & Hove has been voted the ‘Coolest City in the UK’ and one of the top 10 seaside destinations in the world. It’s no wonder 8 million tourists visit each year.

Brighton Marina is one of the largest man-made marinas in Europe and covers 127 acres.

Brighton and Hove were separate towns until 1997.

In 2001 the Queen gave Brighton & Hove city status as part of the millennium celebrations.

BRIGHTON TODAY

The City of Brighton and Hove has featured in many films and referenced in tons of books by famous authors who visited including Oscar Wilde and Jane Austen.

Brighton & Hove today is a multi-cultural city with approximately 276,000 residents.

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History of the city Then

A HISTORY OF BRIGHTON & HOVE

In the late 18th Century Brighton, or Brighthelmstone as it was called then, was a small fishing village which came to the attention of the aristocracy when a famous doctor began to recommend the medicinal benefits of swimming in the sea.

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It didn’t become a popular place to visit however until the fast-living Prince Regent decided to build a home here. The Prince enlisted the architect John Nash to design the Royal Pavilion, which remains Brighton & Hove’s most famous landmark.

The Pavilion was much admired by fashionable Regency society and is remarkable for its extravagant appearance – a reflection on the Prince Regent’s larger-than-life personality.

After his death, his niece Queen Victoria sold the Pavilion to the city and it has been used for many things since, including as a hospital for Indian soldiers in World War 1.

Restoration work began in 1920 and you can now see the former royal seaside palace in all its Regency glory.

No trip to Brighton & Hove is complete without a stop off here to learn more about its fascinating history.

Now Long after the time of the Prince Regent, Brighton still retains a reputation for music, fun and wild weekends.

In the 1960s the ‘Mods and Rockers’ famously clashed on Brighton beach. This was immortalised in the 1979 film Quadrophenia, soundtracked by The Who, and you can still spot famous places from the film around town.

Fat Boy Slim aka Norman Cook still lives in Hove and can sometimes be spotted at his Big Beach café at Hove lagoon or at a Brighton & Hove Albion football match.

Business has also flourished here, and the city is one of the digital capitals of the UK, leading the way with technological innovations.

The city came to the forefront again in the 1990s when local DJ Fat Boy Slim started the Big Beat Boutique club nights and beach parties. The first beach party in 2001 attracted 60,000 people. The next year 250,000 people turned up!

A HISTORY OF BRIGHTON & HOVE

As people flocked from the capital to the seaside, a new wave of boutiques, hotels and restaurants opened and soon Brighton became affectionately known as London-by-the-sea!

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Attractions Brighton Watersports 185 Kings Road Arches Enjoy the ancient art of kayaking and experience the serenity or exhilarationpumped ferocity of the sea. Catch some fish to cook on the shore, ride a wave or simply chill out. Courses available for beginners to advanced. thebrightonwatersports.co.uk Crazy Golf Madeira Drive, Brighton Open daily subject to the weather, this long-established crazy golf has been here for as long as anyone can remember. It’s great value at £3 for 18 holes so won’t break the bank. They also serve excellent fish and chips!

01273 680908

ATTRACTIONS

SEA LIFE Brighton Marine Parade, Brighton SEA LIFE in Brighton is the oldest operating aquarium in the world. It’s an incredible subterranean building housing loads of interesting creatures and interactive exhibits give a fascinating insight into life under the sea. sealife.co.uk

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Brighton Pier Madeira Drive, Brighton There has been a pier on this site since 1823. This historic structure has been brought into the 21st Century with games, rides and candyfloss! It’s a modern entertainment facility for all ages to enjoy. brightonpier.co.uk

British Airways i360 Lower Kings Road, Brighton Brighton i360 is the world’s tallest moving observation tower, created by the London Eye architects. Visitors take a voyage to the skies gliding up slowly to 450 feet in a giant glass viewing pod to enjoy breath-taking 360 views of Brighton and the Sussex coastline, for up to 26 miles.

The i360 beach building includes restaurants, an exhibition, kids play zone and shop. britishairwaysi360.com Yellow Wave 299 Madeira Drive, Brighton This venue on the seafront offers beach volleyball, beach soccer, footvolley and rock climbing. A favourite hangout out with international students, Yellowave also has a Barefoot café. Hire of court £22 - £65 per hour dependant on sport. yellowwave.co.uk

ATTRACTIONS

Brighton Street Art No matter how you travel around the city, be it by train, bicycle, bus or car, you’ll have no trouble spotting the work of the vibrant street art scene. The city is overflowing with colourful graffiti and Banksy has been a regular visitor. Take a walk and see if you can find his ‘Kissing Coppers’ artwork.

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Attractions Have a picnic in a park In Brighton & Hove you’re never far away from a park to sit and relax. St Anne’s Wells Gardens, Queen’s Park, Hove Park and Preston Park are all easily accessible but our vote goes to Stanmer Park and its acres of grass and woodland next to the Sussex University campus.

Have fun at the beach The beach is central to life here so why not get active and get an alternative view of the city? You can canoe round the pier, kite surf, or paddleboard along the seafront. On land try cycling or running along the promenade to soak up the atmosphere.

ATTRACTIONS

Watch a sunset The Grade II listed Brighton Bandstand is a wonderful spot to watch a sunset.

Designed by Philip Lockwood in 1884, it was restored and reopened in 2009. In autumn, you could be lucky enough to catch the starling dance (a murmuration) here too. King’s Road, Brighton BN1 2FN

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Walk on the Downs Brighton & Hove isn’t just a city by the sea; it’s also close to the South Downs National Park. Getting out into the countryside is easy. At the weekend get the number 77 bus up to the beautiful Devil’s Dyke beauty spot. Just make sure you catch the last bus back to town!

Aston Bourne 10 East Street, The Lanes, Brighton, BN1 1HP 01273 227 775 - www.astonbourne.co.uk

Explore Sussex Sussex, the county that Brighton & Hove calls home, is a beautiful area of the UK and is worth exploring if you have time.

The area includes beaches, famous white chalk cliffs and the rolling hills of the South Downs National Park. You’ll find most places are easily accessible on public transport and make for excellent days out.

Rottingdean Just a few miles east of Brighton & Hove, accessible by bus, car or a brisk walk from the Marina along the undercliff walk, you’ll find Rottingdean; A picture postcard English village with lots of interesting buildings and lovely beach. Rudyard Kipling, who wrote the Jungle Book, used to live here. rottingdeanvillage.org.uk

EXPLORE SUSSEX

Lewes With its medieval streets, churches and twittens (alleyways) visiting Lewes will give you an essence of bygone times.

Surrounded by chalk cliffs, the townscape is dominated by the remains of a Norman castle. You can also visit Anne of Cleves’ house, one of Henry VIII’s ex-wives (who survived!). lewes.co.uk

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Shoreham-by-Sea This historic town full of lovely old cottages and beautiful churches has a long fishing history and is still an active harbour and commercial port. The town is a lively place with a vibrant arts community reflected in the diverse entertainment venue, the Ropetackle Centre. shorehambysea.com

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es I never get between the pin

But I smell the Sussex air;

Nor I never come on a belt of sand

but my home is there.

Downs So noble and so bare.’

And along the sky the line of the

Hilaire Belloc

Eastbourne Whether you’re planning a day out at the seaside to enjoy the award-winning beaches and excellent sunshine record, or heading to the South Downs to explore the highest chalk cliffs in the UK at Beachy Head, the traditional seaside resort of Eastbourne has something for you. visiteastbourne.com

The Undercliff Walk To the east of the city is one of Brighton’s best walks. Follow the path along the seawall at the bottom of the cliffs from the Marina to Saltdean, a distance of about 4.5km. At low tide you can head onto the beach to explore the rock pools! thisbrighton.co.uk/cultureundercliff.htm

EXPLORE SUSSEX

Hastings Dating back to 1066 and William the Conqueror, Hastings is one of the south coast’s most historic towns. The Jerwood Gallery is a great addition to the beachfront at the Old Town, along with several astounding light installations including the marine monolith, ‘Stream’, and the iconic, ‘Sticks of Rock’. visit1066country.com

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Tours Discover Brighton’s history up-close and personal by taking a guided tour. There’s a wide range of tours available in and around the city, from heritage and culture tours to spooky ghost and quirky foodie tours. Brighton has some great attractions you simply must set time aside to see and a guided tour is the perfect way to learn more about your host city.

Bike tour This popular ‘Rags to Regency’ tour takes you on a fascinating yet leisurely bike ride though Brighton’s colourful past. There are many stops along the way so don’t forget your camera Meeting point: in front of the Unitarian Church, New Road, BN1 1UF brightonbiketour.com

TOURS

The Ghost Walk of the Lanes Master storyteller Rob Marks performs in full Victorian costume and tells eight ghost stories of the Lanes. Over 70 minutes you’ll visit seven sites associated with the history of the old fishing quarter.

Meeting Point: Druids Head, Brighton Place, BN1 1HJ ghostwalkbrighton.co.uk

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Photo courtesy: Visit England

The Brighton Story This 90-minute Brighton city walking tour is ideal for anyone who wants to learn more about Brighton and its fascinating history. The story takes you across the city and includes everything from listed buildings to tales of love and murder.

Meeting point: Brighton Pier, Madeira Drive BN2 1TW brightoncitywalks.com

+44 1273 648 966 21-22 Old Steine Brighton BN1 1EL discoverytours.uk.com Brighton Chocolate Walking Tour The Brighton Chocolate Walking Tour is three hours of delicious fun. Your expert guide will lead you to some of the most interesting and innovative chocolate boutiques in the area to taste luxury chocolates. Meeting Point: Outside 103 Gloucester Road, BN1 4AP chocolateecstasytours.com Brighton Sewer Tour Brighton’s sewer system dates back to Victorian times. Apparently it’s one of the most magnificent examples of civil engineering from this period. This popular tour, which isn’t for the faint of heart or nose, lasts approximately one hour. MaySeptember only. Meeting point: Under Palace Pier. southernwater.co.uk

TOURS

Only In Brighton Ric Morris offers an entertaining and original insight into our quirky and unique city. This guided fact-filled walking tour takes in the many landmarks of Brighton and Hove.

Meeting point: Royal Pavilion shop, Pavilion Gardens. April-October onlyinbrighton.co.uk

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Museums/Galleries The Royal Pavilion 4/5 Pavilion Buildings, BN1 1EE A pleasure palace built for the Prince Regent (who later became King George IV), the Pavilion is the city’s most iconic building. Designed by John Nash 200 years ago, this unique building is a reflection of the King’s extravagant personality and reign. brighton-hove-rpml.org.uk/

MUSEUMS & GALLEIRES

Brighton Museum & Art Gallery Pavilion Gardens, BN1 1EE Located next to the Royal Pavilion, this museum is filled with interesting items.

Take a journey through Brighton’s history, view British fashions from the Regency period to modern day and see puppets, masks and musical instruments in the Performance Gallery. brighton-hove-rpml.org.uk

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Hove Museum & Art Gallery 19 Church Road, BN3 4AB Located just 20 minutes by bus from central Brighton, Hove Museum & Art Gallery boasts one of the finest craft collections in the country. Here you can learn about local history and film as well as see some rare antique toys in the Wizard’s Attic. brighton-hove.rpml.org.uk Booth Museum 194 Dyke Road, BN1 5AA Founded by Edward Booth in 1874 the Booth Museum is a fascinating and quirky, interactive showcase of birds, butterflies, fossils, bones and skeletons. The fossil and bone collections date back to when dinosaurs and woolly rhinos roamed Sussex. brighton-hove-rpml.org.uk

Brighton Fishing Museum 201 King’s Road, BN1 1NB Located on the beach in the arches, the Fishing Museum explores the history of the fishing industry through artifacts, photography and traditional fishing boats. The museum also shows how Brighton developed from fishing village to fashionable resort town. brightonfishingmuseum.org.uk Toy & Model Museum 52-55 Trafalgar Street, BN1 4EB Situated underneath Brighton train station, this could be the quaintest toy and model museum in the world! It houses over 10,000 pieces in a collection that includes antique toys, priceless trains and working scale model train track displays. brightontoymuseum.co.uk

iO Gallery 39 Sydney St, Brighton BN1 4EP The i0 Gallery offers a range of contemporary art and craft pieces produced by local artists.This is located in the North Laine area and is highly recommended for unique one off gifts to take home. iogallery.co.uk

MUSEUMS & GALLERIES

Preston Manor Preston Drove, BN1 6SD Take a trip to Preston Park and explore this spectacular home that contains many original historical features. Learn about the life of a servant inside an Edwardian manor house, and about the Stanford family whose home this was for over 130 years. brightonmuseums.org

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Get Creative

KerrieBerrie Beads and Jewellery 10 Sydney Street, BN1 4EN Make your own unique jewellery with the beautiful beads at KerrieBerrie. You can use the tools at the workbench in the shop (and get hands-on help from the friendly staff!) or buy a ready-made kit to take away and make later. kerrieberrie.com

TRY THIS TONGUE TWISTER:

She sells sea shells

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on the sea shore.

The shells she sells

are surely seashells.

So if she sells

shells on the seashore,

I’m sure she sells

seashore shells.

GET CREATIVE

North Laine Art and Crafts 31 North Road, BN1 1YB Explore your creative side and pop in to paint some pottery at the North Laine Arts and Crafts. Choose from over 200 different ceramic pieces including plates, mugs, bowls, vases and ornaments. paintingpotterycafe.co.uk

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All At Sea Shells 232-233 Kings Road Arches, BN1 1NB Located on the seafront in an old fisherman’s arch, All At Sea Shells is a treasure trove of seaside trinkets. You can buy pretty seashells, mermaids, seahorses and wind chimes – or make your own shell creation to take home! allatseashells.co.uk

Worship Churches

Central United Reformed Church Ventnor Villas, Hove, BN3 3YF

Brighton Chinese Christian Church URC Christian Centre, Saunders Park Rise West, Brighton, BN2 4EU Hove Methodist Church Portland Road, Hove, BN3 5DR

St Mary Magdalen 55 Upper North Street, Brighton, BN1 3FH

St Mary’s Roman Catholic Church, Surrenden Road, Brighton, BN1 6PA

St George’s Roman Catholic Church, Court Farm Rd, Hangleton, Hove, BN3 7QR.

Islam

AI Medina Mosque 24A Bedford Place, Brighton, BN1 2PT Islamic Centre & Mosque 150 Dyke Road, Brighton, BN1 5PA

Shahjalal Masjid, also known as, or co-located with Shahjalal Muslim Cultural Centre 250 Portland Road and 252 Portland Road, Hove, BN3 5QT

Synagogues

Brighton & Hove Hebrew Congregation 31 New Church Road, Hove, BN3 4AD Greek Orthodox Church of the Holy Trinity Carlton Hill, Brighton, BN2 2GW

Protestant Churches (C of E)

St Mary’s Church 61 St James’ Street, Brighton, BN2 1PR Church of the Holy Cross The Vicarage, 2 Downsway, Woodingdean, Brighton, BN2 6BD

Brighton and Hove Reform Synagogue Palmeira Avenue, Hove, BN3 3GE

Temples

The Buddhist Centre 17 Tichborne Street, Brighton, BN1 1UR Bodhisattva Kadampa Meditation Centre 3 Lansdowne Road, Hove, BN3 1DN

WORSHIP

St Peters Church York Place, Brighton, BN1 4GU

Brighton & Hove Progressive Synagogue 6 Lansdowne Road, Hove, BN3 1FF

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Festivals/Events Brighton Science Festival Throughout the year Discover the wonder of science! A monthlong festival celebrating science with hands-on experiments, talks and family fun days. Work out where we came from, deal with where we are and debate where we might go in the future. This festival is for all ages but will be particularly interesting to teenagers. brightonscience.com The Great Escape Festival May, Various Venues The very best in new music from across the globe. With hundreds of bands and speakers in dozens of venues across the city, Brighton truly comes alive over the weekend. greatescapefestival.com

FESTIVALS/EVENTS

Brighton Festival May, various venues For three weeks Brighton & Hove comes alive with an exhilarating mix of music, theatre, performance, film, debate, visual arts and unique outdoor experiences. This unrivalled celebration of art and culture kicks off with the Children’s Parade on the first Saturday in May brightonfestival.org

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Fringe City May. New Road, BN1 1UF The Fringe Festival runs alongside the main festival and Fringe City is the free outdoor showcase of unique fringe performances including stalls, sideshows, dance-offs, acrobatic balloonists, roaming choirs, mechanical horses and surreal walkabout performers. See website for dates. brightonfringe.org

Paddle Round The Pier Festival July Kingsway, Hove BN3 2PE Europe’s biggest free beach and watersports festival runs every year on Hove Lawns. It’s a fun weekend featuring sports, music and the ‘paddle something unusual’ race, where most of the participants sink before reaching the Pier. paddleroundthepier.com Brunswick Festival August Brunswick Square, Hove BN3 Wander down to this leafy square by the seafront and you’ll find music, dance, crafts, food stalls and vintage stalls. It has been described as a cross between a local fete and a mini-festival. A perfect weekend of fun! From 12pm. brunswickfestival.org.uk Brighton Fashion Week October, various venues Brighton Fashion Week is where street fashion meets high street. It’s accessible and personable with installations, a photography exhibition and catwalk shows throughout the week. Unlike the fashion industry in general, it’s non-exclusive and everyone is invited. brightonfashionweek.co.uk

FESTIVALS/EVENTS

Made Brighton November Corn Exchange at the Dome, Church Street, Brighton BN1 1UE At this show makers and designers sell their original work directly to the public.

The fair provides something for everyone’s taste and price bracket so you’re sure to find something unique and affordable here. brighton-made.co.uk

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Shopping Brighton and Hove is a great place to shop. Not only can you find a bargain in the high street stores but the city also has lots of very cool independent retailers selling unique street fashion at discount.

International Students visiting the city often rate shopping as one of their top things to do while visiting this seaside resort.

To be Worn Again 12 Kensington Gardens, BN1 4AL and 24 Sydney Street, BN1 4EN The finest vintage and retro stores in the North Laine sell everything and anything from accessories to one-off pieces at great prices. The teenage Brits love to buy vintage and mix up with high street to get a unique individual look. We recommend that you visit and pick yourself up a bargain. tobewornagain.co.uk

SHOPPING

CyberDog 13 Sydney Street, Brighton BN1 4EN Futuristic fashion, urban clothing, party wear and accessories; this store in the North Laine is like stepping into a crazy neon space ship. We recommend visiting this store just to experience its interior but check out the fractal patterned t-shirts while you’re there. cyberdog.net

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Snoopers’ Paradise 7-8 Kensington Gardens, BN1 4AL Dozens of independent stalls in one big covered market in the heart of the eclectic North Laine. A space selling everything from vintage clothing and jewellery to bespoke hats and handcrafted leather books. Snoopers Attic on the first floor stocks some very cool local designers! snoopersattic.co.uk

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Shopping Offspring 25 Duke Street, Brighton BN1 1AG This sneaker boutique in the Lanes stocks all the latest and best brands including Vans, Converse and all the latest Nikes. A very cool shop and somewhere you’re bound to find some cutting edge footwear at great prices. offspring.co.uk Jack Wills 56 East St, BN1 1HN A quintessentially British teen brand popular with students, Jack Wills stocks fashion and accessories made from the finest quality materials, techniques and design. The look delivers a clever and distinctive connection between the old and new. jackwills.com

SHOPPING

Simon Webster Hair 16 Gardner St. BN1 Brighton’s award-winning, fashion-forward hair salon is rated 5-stars by UK Good Salon Guide and renowned for catwalk, magazine and celebrity styling. Their easy-going elegance and international team make this a must-go place to experience true Brightonian style. Student discounts available. simonwebsterhair.com

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Aston Bourne 10 East Street, The Lanes, Brighton, BN1 1HP Set in the historic Lanes, close to the Seafront. Aston Bourne began selling Barbour clothing in 1982. This store also stocks the exciting Barbour International range as well as the traditional lifestyle and classic collections. astonbourne.co.uk

Aston Bourne 10 East Street, The Lanes, Brighton, BN1 1HP 01273 227 775 - www.astonbourne.co.uk

Shopping Oddballs 24 Kensington Gardens, BN1 4AL Check out Oddballs in the North Laine.

All of their staff are skateboarders too so have first-hand knowledge of what they sell. So, whether you’re into Street, Vert, Slalom, old school or longboards they can help you find a set up to suit you. skateboardsinbrighton.co.uk Route One 3 Bond Street, BN1 1RD Stocking everything that matters if you’re into sneakers, streetwear & skate. Look out for labels such as Diamond Supply, The Hundreds, Stussy, Huf & Carhartt as well as the most comprehensive range of skateboard brands from Chocolate, Girl, Emerica and DC through to Nike Skateboarding. routeone.co.uk

SHOPPING

Vans 38 West Street, BN1 2RE The Brighton store stocks a small but solid selection of the label’s best threads and footwear. Check out their signature collections designed by surf and skate icons Johnny Layton, Joel Tudor and Anthony Van Engelen. As well as the new prints from London landmark, Liberty. vansbrighton.co.uk

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Topshop/Topman Churchill Square Shopping Centre, BN1 2TE If your love of eclectic British style knows no bounds this hip store offers over 22,000 square feet of the latest fashion, new season trends and beauty products.

You will love this shop for mixing up styles and turning the fashion rulebook on its head! topshop.com

Savers 1 George St, Hove BN3 3YA Located on George Street, Savers is a no frills shop selling quality well known health and beauty products at cheap prices.

It’s popular with international students who are looking to load up on cosmetics, toiletries and hair products at a fraction of the price. savers.co.uk Primark 174 Western Road, BN1 2BA Adored by fashion fans, Primark is the destination store for keeping up with the latest fashion trends without digging too deep into your purse. Primark is so popular with international students that it’s often their first stop when heading out to do some shopping. primark.com Poundland 166-168 Western Road, BN1 2BB and 5-8 London Road BN1 4JA Everything here is priced at £1 or under so this store is definitely worth popping into if you are in town and want get a snack, or to pick up stationery or health and beauty products. poundland.co.uk

SHOPPING

Sports Direct 134-138 North Street, BN1 1RG This shop sells top name sports brands including Nike, Adidas and New Balance at up to 50% discount. The stock fills two huge floors and it is worth a visit to grab your favourite team’s football shirt or some trainers at fantastic prices. sportsdirect.com

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Eating Out The British seaside is famous for fish and chips, and you’ll find plenty of opportunities to try them here. But Brighton & Hove is a multi-cultural city and there’s an enviably diverse range of food available. There isn’t room to list all of the city’s restaurants here so we suggest you search in an app such as tripadvisor. For now, here’s some of our favourites…

Fast Food

McDonald’s There are 3 outlets in Brighton: London Road, the Marina and Western Road (which is in the centre of town). www.mcdonalds.co.uk KFC There are 3 outlets in Brighton & Hove; Blatchington Road in Hove, London Road and Western Road in Brighton. www.kfc.co.uk

Burger Brothers Possibly the best burger in Brighton! Not to be missed. 97 North Road, Brighton BN1 1YE Papa Johns Delicious pizza for takeaway and delivery. Brighton: 01273 607080 or Hove 01273 414123

Asian

Itsu Low fat, low calorie, still delicious.

Healthy food never tasted so good. 6870 North Street, Brighton BN1 2RE Sushimania Traditional Japanese sushi served in an all-you-can-eat buffet style. 15-17 Middle Street, Brighton BN1 1AL

EATING OUT

Days Vast restaurant offering an estimated 200 dishes in an all-you-can-eat buffet. 79 East Street, Brighton BN1 1NF

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Burger King There are 3 outlets in Brighton & Hove; North Street in Brighton, Madeira Drive by the pier, and Goldstone retail Park in Hove. www.burgerking.co.uk

Wagamamas Huge restaurant serving delicious panasian-style cuisine. 30 Kensington Street, Brighton BN1 4AJ Pho Popular Vetnamese streetfood restaurant. 12 Black Lion Street, Brighton BN1 1ND

Italian Al Duomo Established in 1979 this Italian run restaurant is in the heart of Brighton. One of the first pizzerias in the city, they make a sour dough, lievito Madre pizza with slow levitation of 36 hours. Large Al Fresco dining area outside and comfortable seating inside. Next door to the Royal Pavilion and in walking distance to rest of the city. Large groups welcome. Gluten free options available.

See Page 61 for 15% discount 7 Pavilion Buildings BN1 1EE 01273 326741 alduomo.co.uk Pompoko Affordable and ‚delicious Japanese dishes in a cozy restaurant. 110 Church St, Brighton

Indian

Bombay Aloo Yummy all-you-can-eat Indian buffet. 39 Ship Street, Brighton BN1 1AB

Indian Summer Authentic dishes and bite-size street food.

69 East Street, Brighton BN1 1HQ

The Chilli Pickle Posh restaurant serving diverse range of dishes. 17 Jubilee Street, Brighton BN1 1GE The Curry Leaf Cafe Southern Indian street food at its best in this cosy, rustic restaurant.

60 Ship Street, Brighton BN1 1AE

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Fish & Chips Bankers Centrally located restaurant serving sustainable fish. 116a Western Road, Brighton BN1 1NA Bardsleys Delicious food but can be tricky to find.

22-23 baker Street, Brighton BN1 4JN

Vegetarian/ Healthy/ Eco

Terre a Terre Posh, award-winning vegetarian food.

71 East Street, Brighton BN1 1HQ Silo Zero waste, eco-friendly, good food. 39 Upper Gardner Street, Brighton BN1 4AN

Buddies – Open 24 hours 365 days a year Facing the seafront, is well known for serving great food all day & night.

46-48 Kings Road. buddies24hour.net Harry Ramsden’s A tourist favourite, directly opposite the pier.

1-4 Marine Parade, Brighton BN2 1TA

Iydea Good value, vegan and vegetarian food from 2 locations: Kensington Gardens and Western Road, Hove.

Food For Friends Healthy, tasty and affordable vegetarian food. 17-18 Prince Albert Street, Brighton BN1 1HF

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TEL: (01273) 323 600 Spanish Casa Don Carlos Small and hugely popular tapas bar. 5 Union Street, Brighton BN1 1HA Las Iguanas Great for sharing tapas dishes, burritos and lots more! 7-8 Jubilee Street, Brighton, BN1 1GE Ole Ole Tapas Delicious tapas and flamenco dancing at weekends! 42 Meeting House Lane, Brighton BN1 1HB

Other

Bagelman Popular lunchtime option with many hot and cold varieties available. branches in Bond St, Duke St, Ship St, Church Rd and Brighton Station Breakfast at Tiffany‘s Perfect for a cheap and tasty morning snack. Branches in North Lane, York Place and Hove.

H.en Choose your chicken or burger (haloumi for veggies), add sides, a drink and voila! 87-88 Trafalgar Street, Brighton, BN1 4ER Jimmy’s Brighton’s biggest restaurant serving food from all over the world. 1-5 Palm Drive, Brighton Marina BN2 5WA

OhSo Social Lively all-day restaurant right on the pebbles.250a King’s Road Arches, Brighton BN1 1NB

EATING OUT

Nando‘s Home of the legendary, Portugese flame-grilled chicken. Find your nearest Nando‘s at 34 Duke St, Brighton or Brighton Marina.

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Candy Crush If we refer to someone who has a ‘sweet tooth’ it means they have a liking for sweets, chocolate and treats!

Fortunately the city has loads of unique shops and cafes where you can try something new to tame that sugar craving. You can even try some famous Brighton rock!

Gelato Gusto 2 Gardner Street, BN1 1UP Home made artisan gelato from locally sourced fresh milk and cream. With flavours including sea salt caramel, dark Ecuadorian chocolate and banoffee pie (and with new guest flavours every week) it’s not hard to see why this is the best ice cream parlour in the city! gelatogusto.com

CANDY CRUSH

Moo Moo’s Brighton Pier, Madeira Drive, BN2 1TW Moo Moo’s make milkshakes with hundreds of flavour combinations by blending your favourite chocolate bar, biscuit or fruit with ice cream and a splash of milk to serve a delicious treat.

Perfect refreshment on a summer day! brightonpier.co.uk/moo-moos

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Brighton Rock Shop 42 King’s Road, BN1 1NA Rock is boiled sugar shaped into a hard stick and flavoured with peppermint.

You’ll often find words written in sugar within the sweet and it is associated with seaside resorts and holidays in the UK! Brighton rock is a perfect present to take home for your family.

Cyber Candy 15 Gardner St, BN1 1UP Cyber Candy stocks every weird and wonderful sweet and drink you can think of. They have Kasugai Gummies from Japan, Lucky Charms from the US and fizzy bubble bullets from Sweden. They even have sweets with insects inside and bacon and butterscotch chocolate balls! cybercandy.co.uk Choccywoccydoodah 3 Meeting House Lane, BN1 1HB Based in the Lanes, this is an art and design focused chocolaterie who make one-off sculptured fantasies and gifts.

You simply must visit the shop to see their incredible creations and sample their delights. choccywoccydoodah.com

CANDY CRUSH

Shakeaway 8 Bond St, BN1 1RD Serving up 180 flavours and millions of combinations you can create your own milkshake or try one of their wacky ones from the menu that include traditional cream tea and the Millionaire which is made with edible 23 carat gold. shakeaway.com

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Afternoon Tea One tradition that’s worth trying out is afternoon tea. This involves sitting between 3-5pm(ish) and tucking into sandwiches, cake, and homemade scones with cream and jam, all washed down with a cup of the finest English tea. There are lots of great places in Brighton to sample this very British ritual!

Metro Deco 38 Upper St James’ Street, BN2 1JN Metro Deco’s afternoon tea really is a treat. A three-tier feast of freshly made mini bread rolls, scones and petit fours together with a pot of one of their bespoke teas served in vintage china. From £18 per person. metro-deco.com

AFTERNOON TEA

The Tea Cosy 3 George Street, BN2 1RH Eccentric, delightful and quirky, the Tea Cosy offers a variety of scrumptious homemade Sussex cream teas, cakes, scones, high teas, finger sandwiches, chutneys and piccalilli. This interior is decked out with memorabilia of the Royal Family. A truly British affair! theteacosy.co.uk

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The Mock Turtle 4 Pool Valley, BN1 1NJ The oldest tea shop in Brighton, the Mock Turtle serve their afternoon tea on blue willow china. The owners of this tiny café make their own blend of tea and house specialities include mega doughnuts, home-baked cakes and vanilla, coffee or strawberry meringues.

Hotel Du Vin 2-7 Ship Street, BN1 1AD This elegant hotel close to the beach is the place to sample some outstandingly good tea infusions, served by an expert Tea Sommelier. Traditional afternoon tea costs from £18.50 and includes tempting towers of pastries, finger sandwiches and deliciously creamy scones. hotelduvin.com/locations/brighton Blackbird Tea Rooms 30 Ship Street, BN1 1AD Every single cake, scone and biscuit is made on the premises by the wonderful pastry chef Alberto. His afternoon tea has become so popular that he has to make fresh batches of scones and cakes throughout the day to keep up with demand! From £6. blackbirdtearooms.com That Little Tea Shop in the Lanes 17 Meeting House Lane, BN1 1HB With waitresses in traditional “Lyons” style black and white uniforms and a mish-mash mix of decor, this vintage tea shop feels like a 1940s café! The excellent selection of cakes is all handmade and does not disappoint. Prices start from £4.95.

AFTERNOON TEA

treacle&co 164 Church Road, Hove BN3 2DL This brilliant cafe in Hove is heaven for food lovers. Cream tea here (2 scones, clotted cream, jam and a pot of tea) is just £4.50. Or maybe you’ll be tempted by the mouth-watering selection of meringues, tarts, cream cakes and home made ice cream too! treacleandco.co.uk

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Visit London The UK’s capital is a diverse and exciting city with some of the world’s best sights, attractions and shopping. With so much on offer it’s easy to see why London is currently the world’s most popular tourist destination, with an estimated 30 million flocking into the capital each year. visitlondon.co.uk Big Ben Westminster, London SW1A 0AA Completed in 1858, Big Ben is one of the most famous London landmarks. The Latin clock inscription means “O Lord save our Queen Victoria I”. Quick fact: Big Ben is the name for the bell, but everyone uses the name for the whole clocktower now. parliament.uk/bigben

VISIT LONDON

Buckingham Palace London SW1A 1AA If you visit the Palace be sure to watch the ‘changing of the guard’, which takes place at 11:15am each day. The Palace is still the official royal residence yet it is possible to tour the State Rooms in August and September. royalcollection.org.uk

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British Museum Great Russell Street, London WC1B 3DG The British Museum exhibits the works of man from prehistoric to modern times.

Highlights from around the world include the Parthenon sculptures, the Rosetta Stone and real-life mummies from Ancient Egypt. Entry is free but special exhibitions require tickets. britishmuseum.org

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National Gallery Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DN The crowning glory of Trafalgar Square, London’s National Gallery is a vast space filled with works by masters such as Van Gogh, da Vinci, Botticelli, Constable, Renoir, Titian and Stubbs. Entry is free but special exhibitions require tickets. nationalgallery.org.uk

Natural History Museum Cromwell Road, London SW7 5BD This Museum boasts some of the biggest, tallest and rarest animals in the world (including dinosaurs and a 40-million-yearold spider). Quick fact: The Diplodocus in the entry hall will be replaced with a blue whale skeleton from 2017. Entry is free but special exhibitions require tickets. nhm.ac.uk The London Eye Riverside Building, Westminster Bridge Road, London SE1 7PB The London Eye is a major feature of London’s skyline. Climb aboard one of the 32 capsules for an unforgettable view of more than 55 of London’s most famous landmarks. The breathtaking experience takes just 30 minutes! londoneye.com

VISIT LONDON

Tower of London Tower Hill, London EC3N 4AB Take a tour with one of the Yeoman Warders around the Tower of London.

Discover its 900-year history as a royal palace, prison and place of execution.

Gaze up at the White Tower, tiptoe through a medieval king’s bedchamber and marvel at the Crown Jewels. hrp.org.uk/TowerOfLondon

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Visit London Madame Tussauds Marylebone Road, London NW1 5LR At this famous waxworks you can come face-to-face with some of the world’s most famous people. Meet Shakespeare, strike a pose with Usain Bolt, get close to One Direction and receive a once-in-a-lifetime audience with Her Majesty the Queen, all in one day! madametussauds.com/London/ Trafalgar Square Westminster, WC2N 5DN A visit to the capital wouldn’t be complete without a trip to Trafalgar Square to see the 52-metre Nelson’s Column and the four lions at its base. Take a chance to cool down by the fountains and admire the latest art installation on the fourth plinth.

VISIT LONDON

Westminster Abbey 20 Dean’s Yard, London SW1P 3PA This famous Abbey, close to the Houses of Parliament, is of equal religious and historical importance. Benedictine Monks established daily worship here in the 10th century and the grand Abbey has been the setting for (nearly) every royal coronation since 1066, and 16 royal weddings. westminster-abbey.org

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Science Museum Exhibition Road, London SW7 2DD See, touch and experience the major scientific advances of the last 300 years including the Apollo 10 command module and flight simulator. Featuring seven floors of educational and entertaining exhibits, the Science Museum makes your brain perform Olympic-standard mental gymnastics. sciencemuseum.org.uk

* Fascinating Facts The Houses of Parliament are officially known as the Palace of Westminster and it is the largest palace in the country.

More than 1,000 bodies are buried underneath Aldgate Station, in a plague pit built in 1665.

The original medieval London Bridge was in use for more than 600 years; it featured heads displayed on spikes for more than half of that time, including that of Guy Fawkes and William Wallace.

Only one house where Charles Dickens lived still stands, at 48 Doughty Street, which is now a museum. He lived there from 1837 and 1839, and it’s where he wrote Oliver Twist and The Pickwick Papers.

You could fit either the Great Pyramid at Giza or the Statue of Liberty inside the Millennium Dome, now known as the O2 Arena, the largest structure of its kind in the world.

Underneath the Ministry of Defence’s Main Building in Whitehall is Henry VIII’s wine cellar.

Big Ben is the bell, not the clock tower.

Its chime is in the key of E.

VISIT LONDON

Before the statue of Nelson was placed on top of the 17-foottall column in Trafalgar Square in 1842, 14 stone masons had dinner at the top.

Arsenal are the only football team in London to have a Tube station named after them.

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Visit Worthing Worthing is a seaside town 10 miles west of Brighton. The town has had many lives, including being the most important flint mining area in the whole country during the New Stone Age 6,000 years ago. These days it is a popular seaside resort with a more laid-back and relaxed vibe to its lively neighbour, Brighton & Hove! visitworthing.co.uk Splash Point 60 Brighton Road, BN11 2EN A fitness and leisure complex, Splashpoint
is a relatively new multi-million pound development that boasts a 6-lane competition swimming pool, a learner diving pool, a leisure pool with giant slide and an outdoor paddling pool. The site is also home to a gym and spa. worthingleisure.co.uk

VISIT WORTHING

Worthing Pier Marine Parade, BN11 3PX Built in 1862, the pier has had a chequered history but remains at the heart of Worthing life. Today the pier is home to the Pavilion Theatre, Denton CafĂŠ and an amusements arcade and is a popular place for people to take a stroll along the deck.

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Worthing Museum & Art Gallery Chapel Road, BN11 1HP Here you will find the very best in Regency and Victorian fashion, an internationally renowned costume collection, fine and decorative art, toys, social history, and archaeology from the stone age mines to medieval castles. There is always plenty to see at this Museum. worthingmuseum.co.uk

* Fascinating Facts Worthing’s pier was the thirteenth There is evidence to to be built in England and cost show that people lived in £6,500 to build.

Worthing in the Stone Age, In the summer of 1894 Oscar Wilde spent eight 60,000 weeks in Worthing, and it was during this family years holiday that he wrote his masterpiece, The ago.

Importance of Being Earnest.

The flat beach at Goring was a favourite place for smugglers in the 18th century.

Beach House Park Lyndhurst Road, BN11 2DB This is a quintessentially English ornamental garden and includes an interesting war memorial to wartime carrier pigeons. Also at Beach House Park there are two outdoor chess/draughts boards, which are free to use if you ask either a gardener or the attendant (bowls season only).

Sand Sport Beach House Grounds, Brighton Rd, BN11 2EJ Sand courts for beach volleyball, footvolley or sand tennis, all set in beautiful surroundings just off the beach. You can book on a session-only basis per hour (don’t forget that includes set up and set down time). A marvellous way to spend a sunny afternoon at this seaside resort. worthingsandcourts.co.uk

VISIT WORTHING

Shopping Shopping in Worthing is a real delight thanks to the safe, pedestrianised streets which make shopping here a bit more of a relaxed and genteel way to shop than in Brighton and London. Head to Warwick Street for boutiques and Montague Street for high street chains including Topshop, H&M, Sports Direct and TK Maxx.

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Visit Arundel Arundel is a charming town steeped with history and beauty. Just 1 hour from Brighton, it is also a popular destination for international students to visit. Once a flourishing market town and port, today Arundel is more popular as a tourist destination. And with all this to do, it’s easy to see why so many people flock to this tiny town. arundel.org.uk Arundel Castle & Gardens Arundel, BN18 9AB This magnificent castle has been home to the Duke of Norfolk and his ancestors for nearly 1000 years. The grand interior includes paintings by Gainsborough, Van Dyck and Canaletto, and full suits of armour. Outside there’s 40 acres of beautiful grounds and gardens to explore. arundelcastle.org

VISIT ARUNDEL

Arundel Cathedral London Road, Arundel BN18 9AY This magnificent cathedral is built in the French Gothic style. It’s wonderful to look around and the prominent position gives it excellent views across the ancient town too. Quick fact: Although completed in 1873, it wasn’t made a cathedral until 1965. arundelcathedral.org

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Arundel Museum Mill Road, Arundel BN18 9PA This state-of-the-art museum has been designed to provide visitors to Arundel with a fascinating insight into the history of the town and its people. There’s something for all the family including a children’s trail and a chance to handle and learn more about some of the exhibits. arundelmuseum.org

* Fascinating Facts Arundel had stocks and a whipping post for locals who broke the law.

Arundel’s Catholic Cathedral was built in 1868 and designed by Joseph Hansom - designer of the first taxi.

Arundel Castle is said to have many ghosts including Earl Rodger de Montgomery and a small white bird.

There was an old belief in Arundel that said if you stood in the middle of the bridge on March 1st and shook yourself, you would be free of fleas for the rest of the year.

Arundel Wetland Centre Mill Road, Arundel BN18 9PA There’s a lot to see and do at Arundel’s Wetland Centre. Take a boat safari and see if you can spot a water vole, visit the Pond Explorer station to get hands on with the mini-beasts and explore the SSSI (Site of Special Scientific Interest) reed bed. wwt.org.uk Arundel Lido Queen Street, Arundel BN18 9JG A lido is an open-air swimming pool and this is one of the best in Sussex (and surely the only one with direct views of a castle!). The heated pools (a children’s paddling pool and a 25m swimming pool), are open 2nd May – 6th September only. arundel-lido.com

VISIT ARUNDEL

Pitch & Putt Golf Mill Road, Arundel BN18 9PA This is a fantastic 18-hole course situated in the heart of Arundel with breath-taking views and perfectly manicured greens.

There are also two well-kept tennis courts to try out and a very good café. A fun day out for everyone! http://goo.gl/wrCIf6

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Visit Portsmouth Approximately 1 hour to the west of Brighton & Hove, Portsmouth is a significant naval port and is home to some of Britain’s most famous warships including HMS Warrior, the Mary Rose and Lord Nelson’s flagship HMS Victory. Here you can discover 800 years of maritime history in the morning and spend an afternoon in the shops on the waterfront. visitportsmouth.co.uk Blue Reef Aquarium Clarence Esplanade, Southsea, PO5 3PB Stroll among the colourful inhabitants of a coral reef in a spectacular underwater tunnel, meet adorable otters and come face to face with some of the world’s most amazing amphibians, from deadly poison dart frogs to curious iguanas. bluereefaquarium.co.uk/portsmouth

VISIT PORTSMOUTH

Spinnaker Tower Gunwharf Quays, Hampshire PO1 3TT If you have a head for heights, visit the 170-metre tall Spinnaker Tower.

Portsmouth’s most prominent landmark dramatically overlooks the harbour and gives 350° views of up to 23 miles in each direction. Step onto the Sky Walk, a glass floor 100metres up, if you dare! spinnakertower.co.uk

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Mary Rose Museum Victory Gate, HM Naval Base, PO1 3LJ The new Mary Rose Museum, which launched in May 2013 as part of a £35million development and conservation project, is home to the lovingly restored remains of Henry VIII’s flagship. The story of the Mary Rose spans almost 500 years.

Find out more about the ship and her crew here. maryrose.org

* Fascinating Facts Portsmouth is home to what is probably the UK’s thinnest house at 147cms.

From 1808 the Royal Navy’s West Africa Squadron, who were tasked to stop the slave trade, operated out of Portsmouth.

Arthur Conan Doyle wrote the first two Sherlock Holmes novels here.

Approximately 6,000 trees were used in the construction of HMS Victory.

Portsmouth is notable for being the United Kingdom’s only island city; it is located mainly on Portsea Island.

Portsmouth inhabitants have felt earthquake tremors on at least four occasions.

HMS Victory Victory Gate, HM Naval Base, PO1 3LJ Next to the Mary Rose you’ll find the world’s oldest commissioned warship, HMS Victory. Best known for her role in the Battle of Trafalgar, the Victory currently has a dual role as the Flagship of the First Sea Lord and as a living museum to the Navy. historicdockyard.co.uk Gunwharf Quays Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3TZ Gunwharf Quays shopping area is home to over 90 premium brands offering discount prices. Big name stores include Adidas, All Saints, Bose, Bench, Calvin Klein, Diesel, Jack Wills and many more.

There’s also a 14-screen cinema and 26lane bowling complex to explore. gunwharf-quays.com

VISIT PORTSMOUTH

National Museum Of The Royal Navy HM Naval Base, Hampshire, PO1 3LJ See treasures from the last 350 years such as the Life Mask taken from Nelson’s face in 1800 and a World War II Enigma Machine. Or try your hand at captaining a 74-gun ship and the latest Merlin helicopter simulator. royalnavalmuseum.org

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Visit Oxford The ‘city of dreaming spires’ is probably best known for its famous University.

It’s a beautiful place to visit and its picturesque Radcliffe Camera, Ashmolean Museum, Bodleian Library and Bridge of Sighs have inspired Lewis Carroll, JRR Tolkien and JK Rowling. A truly fascinating and cosmopolitan city. visitoxfordandoxfordshire.com Oxford University Various sites The University of Oxford is made up of 38 colleges and you can explore the quadrangles, chapels and gardens on a walking tour – owtours@visitoxfordshire. org. Quick fact: Hogwart’s Hall in the Harry Potter films is a replica of Christ Church’s Great Hall. ox.ac.uk/visitors/visiting-oxford

VISIT OXFORD

Magdalen Bridge Boathouse The Old Horse Ford, High Street, OX1 4AU Hire a punt and take in the Botanic Gardens, Christ Church College meadows and on to the River Thames beyond. If you don’t know how to punt then hire a pro – otherwise you’ll waste much of your time going round in circles and bumping into other river traffic. A great way to see Oxford. oxfordpunting.co.uk

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Modern Art Oxford 30 Pembroke Street, OX1 1BP This gallery, which opened in 1965, has developed as an international reputation for its displays of contemporary visual arts. Painting, sculpture, photography, film, video, installations, design, crafts and performance are all beautifully displayed. modernartoxford.org.uk

* Fascinating Facts Oxford University has educated 26 British Prime Ministers.

Oxford was once the capital of England during the English Civil War when Charles I held his court here from 1642.

The University of Cambridge was actually founded by Oxford students who were fleeing Oxford following riots that erupted in 1209 between students and townspeople.

The bell in the tower of Christ Church strikes 101 times at 9.05pm every evening - curfew time for students.

Oxford has more published writers per square mile than anywhere else in the world.

Castle Museum 44-46 Oxford Castle, OX1 1AY Oxford’s 1,000-year-old castle was recently redeveloped to create one of the city’s liveliest attractions. The castle has reopened as a museum telling the story of the castle from 1071. Tours guided by characters dressed in period costume bring the story of the castle to life. oxfordcastleunlocked.co.uk Shopping Broad Street, OX1 3BQ Broad Street is Oxford’s main shopping area and a good place to pick up a souvenir of your visit. Check out Boswell’s which is Oxford’s oldest department store and Blackwell’s book shop which is one of the finest book stores in the country.

During term-time it’s worth a visit just to eavesdrop on the students.

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Bike Tour 78 Walton Street, OX2 6EA One of the first things that you will notice about Oxford is the bicycles everywhere.

It’s a popular choice of transport for students today. Indeed, all over Oxford you will find streets accessible only to pedestrians and cyclists so it’s a great way to see the city. baintonbikes.com

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Visit Bath Bath has been a designated UNESCO World Heritage site since 1987. The city was first established as ‘Aqua Sulis’ by the Romans in AD43 as a spa resort featuring baths and temples. A fashionable resort to visit during the 1700s, the city today is still one of splendour with its fine examples of Georgian architecture crafted from the local Bath stone. visitbath.co.uk Roman Baths Stall Street, BA1 1LZ Lying at the heart of the city, the Roman Baths were originally constructed around 70AD as a bathing and socialising complex. It is now one of the bestpreserved Roman remains in the world, where you can tread the ancient cobbled pathways as the Romans did 2,000 years ago. romanbaths.co.uk

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The Royal Crescent Royal Crescent, BA1 2LS One of Bath’s most iconic landmarks, the crescent was built between 1767 and 1775 and includes 30 Grade I listed terrace houses. The terrace is one of the greatest examples of Georgian architecture and is arranged around a perfect lawn overlooking Royal Victoria Park. royalcrescentbath.co.uk

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Fashion Museum Bath Assembly Rooms, BA1 2QH The museum houses iconic attire from various periods of history to the present day. The collection includes accessories dating back to the 1600s and a flamboyant Georgian collection. There is a chance to dress up in replica Victorian costumes and look out for exciting exhibitions that pop up throughout the year. fashionmuseum.co.uk

* Fascinating Facts Uranus was discovered by William Herschel in his back garden on New King Street.

It’s not just Jane Austen’s city, many other authors found inspiration here including Charles Dickens for the Pickwick Papers and Mary Shelley finished writing Frankenstein.

Bath has appeared in many Hollywood movies including The Duchess, Les Miserables and, of course, Jane Austen’s Persuasion.

The Roman bath complex was discovered in 1880 and archaeologists have found Roman coins as recently as 2007.

The Victoria Art Gallery Bridge Street, BA2 4AT The Victoria Art Gallery offers a unique collection of paintings, sculpture and decorative arts. The museum’s vast collection of over 1,500 exhibits includes a stunning permanent collection from Gainsborough and the self-portrait print by Turner Prize-winning artist Grayson Perry.

Entrance is free. victoriagal.org.uk Jane Austen Centre 40 Gay Street, BA1 2NT Bath appears in many of Jane Austen’s novels, including Persuasion and Northanger Abbey. Austen lived in Bath between 1801-06, and remained a regular visitor throughout her life to embrace the city’s fashionable social scene. The museum houses memorabilia relating to the writer’s life in Bath. janeausten.co.uk

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Shopping Various venues Bath offers an excellent mix of unique boutiques and fashionable high street brands. Try the small independent retailers if you’re looking for inspiration for gift ideas. Also try the Visitor Information Centre in Abbey Chambers for souvenirs and locally made gifts to take home. visitbath.co.uk

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