We have a real affinity with our city; Brighton is a place that looks at the world differently. Independent and inclusive, it attracts all kinds of people, often united by a commitment to positive change.
It’s also a true student city – around 14% of people living here are studying.
Its reputation for fun goes without saying, but it’s also known for being forward-thinking – it leads the way in arts, creative technology and the environment, and there are amazing opportunities to build on your studies by getting involved in city life.
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Brighton is so well-connected and easy to travel to. It's around an hour from central London by train and just half an hour from Gatwick Airport.
With direct trains to London Victoria, London Bridge and London St Pancras International, you'll love Brighton's connection to the capital (and beyond!).
You can also get almost anywhere on the south coast in around 2 hours, and to Bristol in 3!
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There are visitors all year round, and there’s an amazing variety of things to see, do and experience.
The Brighton Festival takes place in venues across Brighton throughout May and, along with the Brighton Fringe Festival, is known for being ambitious, daring and original, just like the city.
The Great Escape happens at the same time, bringing a showcase of new artists to venues across the city, turning Brighton into a music festival.
Brighton & Hove Pride is the UK’s biggest Pride protest; the powerful Pride Community Parade culminates in a big party, a mix of celebration and campaigning at the heart of the event. It’s a city that cares about big issues and a place where people take action.
Events like the iconic London to Brighton Bike Ride, the Brighton Marathon, beachside water-sports festival Paddle Round the Pier – and our much-loved Premiership football team, Brighton & Hove Albion – show the city’s sporty side.
It’s a great place for health and wellbeing. And there’s the undeniable feel-good factor of being on the coast, from the fun of sunny beach days to quieter times with that soothing 180 degrees of open water.
Mentally and physically, being here does you good.
Brighton is one of the UK's most diverse, entertaining cities.
Hi – I’m Trish and I moved all the way from India to the UK last year to pursue my Interior Design MA at the University of Brighton.
Brighton has so many of the most unique venues I have ever come across and today I have the pleasure of getting to share my top five with you.
One of my favourite things about living in Brighton is that we get to have it all – city, coast, and nature all in one place.
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