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Brighton
United Kingdom · LHR
Pebble beach, a pier, and England's most cheerful nonconformity.
About
Brighton is a seaside resort in the unitary authority area and city of Brighton and Hove, in East Sussex, England, 47 miles (76 km) south of London. Archaeological evidence of settlement in the area dates back to the Bronze Age, Roman and Anglo-Saxon periods. The ancient settlement of "Brighthelmstone" was documented in the Domesday Book (1086). The town's importance grew in the Middle Ages as the Old Town developed, but it languished in the early modern period, affected by foreign attacks, storms, a suffering economy and a declining population. Brighton began to attract more visitors following improved road transport to London and becoming a boarding point for boats travelling to France. The town also developed in popularity as a health resort for sea bathing as a purported cure for illnesses.
Source: Wikipedia — Brighton (CC BY-SA)
Known for
- family friendly · excellent
- live music · excellent
- nightlife · excellent
- architecture · good
- beaches · good
Ratings reviewed by a person, not generated.
Weather through the year
- Jan46°F13d wet
- Feb47°F12d wet
- Mar50°F13d wet
- Apr55°F10d wet
- May61°F12d wet
- Jun66°F11d wet
- Jul69°F12d wet
- Aug69°F12d wet
- Sep65°F12d wet
- Oct59°F14d wet
- Nov52°F13d wet
- Dec49°F14d wet
Monthly averages from long-run climate normals. Bars compare months here, not places.
Things to do
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Plan the trip
Fly into London Heathrow Airport (LHR), about 46 mi away.
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