Brighton - Palace Pier Beach
Brighton, City of Brighton and Hove
Highly popular shingle and sand beach serving one of Britain's most famous seaside resorts. Local attractions include the refurbished pier, fun fairs, arcades and local boutique shopping in The Lanes. Great cafe culture, and the annual Summer Pride Week festival.
Beach Type
shingleFacilities
TownShops
Restaurants/cafes
Toilets
Pier
Arcades
Funfairs
Activities
SwimmingSurfing
Seafront promenade walks
Kite flying
Many summer festivals
Nature and Wildlife
Coastal walks include the famous Seven Sisters path along the south coast.Parking
Plentiful parking. charges generally apply.Water Quality
AcceptableLifeguard
YesCleaning and Litter
Beaches cleaned daily.Dogs
Dogs restricted.Awards and Recommendations
Blue Flag BeachQuality Coast Award
Location
Nearest town: BrightonCounty: City of Brighton and Hove
Latitude/Longitude: 50.8183, -0.134429
Postcode: BN2 1TW
(postcode is for sat-nav purposes only, and may not represent the actual address of the beach)
Access
Bottom of A23 from London. A27 south coast road.Public Transport
Main station for national coaches. buses and trainsNearest Railway Stations
Brighton (East Sussex) (About a mile away)London Road (Brighton) (About a mile and a half away)
Moulsecoomb (About a mile and a half away)
Hove (Approx. 2 miles away)
Preston Park (Approx. 2 miles away)