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Brighton (/ˈbraɪtən/) is a seaside resort and one of the two main areas of the City of Brighton and Hove. Located on the south coast of England, in the county of East Sussex, it is 47 miles (76 km) south of London.[2]
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). From about 1730 it developed as a health resort.
King George IV spent much time in the town and constructed the Royal Pavilion there. Arrival of the railways in 1841 helped it become a popular destination for day-trippers from London. Brighton joined Hove to form the unitary authority of Brighton and Hove in 1997, which was granted city status in 2000.[3] As of 2017, Brighton and Hove had a resident population of about 290,885. Brighton has been described as the UK's "hippest city",[4] "the happiest place to live in the UK",[5] and the "unofficial gay capital of the UK".[6]
Bognor Regis is a traditional seaside resort and just a 20 minute drive from the South Downs National Park. It has a bustling town centre within walking distance of the seafront. Regular Markets are held in the town throughout the year.
Nearby villages to Bognor Regis include Felpham, Middleton-On-Sea and Aldwick offer further shopping and places to eat out. This combined with superb sunshine records make Bognor Regis a great place to visit for all the family.
Travelling to Bognor Regis
Getting here couldn't be simpler by road, rail, coach or ferry. There are easy road links from the east via the M27 and A27 and the M25 and A24 from the north. The train station is a 2 min walk from the town centre and just 100 minutes from London Victoria. Coaches also operate from Victoria and Portsmouth ferry port is just 45 minutes away. Bognor is also within close proximity to, Chichester, Littlehampton, Worthing and Brighton.
What to see and do
Bognor Regis offers a variety of things to see and do during your visit. Hotham Park is a 10 acre park with a miniature railway, boating lake, putting green, café/restaurant and children’s play area for all the family to enjoy. There is also an 18 hole adventure golf course.
The most visited attraction is The Pier, with excellent fish and chips, outdoor bar over looking the sea and a popular night club.
Bognor Regis Promenade
The promenade is Just over 2.7 miles in length and stretches from, Felpham to Aldwick . Along the prom, there are a number of concessions proving hot and cold food and drinks as well as those all important ice-creams and fish and chips. The Promenade train is a great way to let the train take the strain, as well as the views! The Beach on the Beach huge sandpit, is great for the kids when the tide is in. Bognor Regis is also home to the popular holiday resort of Butlins.
Accommodation
Bognor Regis offers a variety of holiday accommodation, whether you are looking for hotels, bed and breakfasts, campsites and caravan parks or a self catering break.
Chichester is a Roman cathedral city and the only city in West Sussex. Its historical evidence of Roman settlement can be found all over the city, including some Roman baths, a city wall (which was replaced by a Georgian wall), an amphitheatre which is now a park and the old Roman road State Street linking Chichester with London.
It has a plethora of grade II listed buildings and other points of interest include the Chichester City Cross which is a type of butter market and sits in the centre of North, East, South and West streets. The City Cross was built in 1500 by Bishop Edward Storey as a shelter for people who sold their wares on market day.
Chichester City Centre
The city is mostly pedestrianised so it makes shopping a pleasant experience as the shops are mostly centered around the North, East, South and West Streets from Chichester Cross. The actual centre of Chichester has very wide pedestrianised streets so it makes it a very safe and spacious shopping experience! There are lots of spaces to enjoy lunch outside and the Cathedral and museum are right in the heart of the city.
Things to Do and Where to Eat
There are plenty of things to do in and around this historic city! You can see a show at the renowned Chichester Festival Theatre, visit Goodwood Races including the Festival of Speed, explore the Cathedral and shops in the city centre and also visit Chichester Harbour.
Fareham
The lively market town of Fareham lies halfway between the cities of Southampton and Portsmouth. It combines a High Street made up of characterful, historical buildings and a modern pedestrianised central shopping area. Boasting around 300 shops, plentiful cafes, restaurants and pubs, a wide range of business services and a lively entertainment scene, there is plenty to enjoy. Within easy access of the motorway, the town offers a great mix of modern attractions with an important historical architectural background.
Markets
Fareham offers one of the best traditional open-air markets in the region. Up to 50 stalls can be found in West Street precinct every Monday throughout the year, from 9am to 3pm (including all public holidays).
Farmers' Markets
The town has been hosting its own independent Farmers' Markets since 1998, located in West Street precinct. At these well-established and popular markets you'll find up to 40 local farmers selling their freshly grown produce on the first Saturday of the month throughout the year (from 9am to 2pm). There are also special seasonal Farmers' Markets on Easter Saturday and the Saturday before Christmas.
Gardeners' Markets
These are held annually on the second Saturday in May and June in West Street. These popular markets draw big crowds who like to purchase the pick of the season's plants from local growers.
Fareham Shopping Centre
A bright and airy undercover shopping centre offering approximately 80 high street names, including Boots, Debenhams and Next.
Events
A number of events are held throughout the year in the town centre and details can be found on the Fareham Town Centre website.
Gosport
Whether it's a day trip, short break or week-end stopover, there's so much to enjoy and keep you busy in Gosport. Explore the fascinating history and heritage of our museums or our extensive Waterfront. A wonderful location is one of Gosport's main strengths. Its beautiful south facing beaches look out towards the Isle of Wight and the Solent.
Gosport's Naval History
Explosion! The Museum of Naval Firepower is a hands on, interactive museum set in Gosport's former gunpowder and munitions depot. Open at weekends 10am-4pm, it tells the story of naval warfare from the days of gunpowder to modern missiles.
Dive into the past and the future at The Royal Navy Submarine Museum, where you can take a guided tour of World War II submarine HMS Alliance, led by a submariner, or climb on board Holland I - the Navy's first submarine from 1901.
Out and About in Gosport
The Museum of Diving was voted one of the top six family-friendly museums in the UK. Its fascinating exhibits cover all aspects of diving, from the world’s first diving helmet to modern military, commercial and scientific diving equipment, it even includes equipment used by James Bond!
You can find more James Bond equipment at the Hovercraft Museum. The Museum has the hovercraft that featured in the opening chase sequence from ‘Die Another Day’ starring Pierce Brosnan. The Museum houses a large range of hovercraft - military ones, sports ones and a huge cross channel one, plus ones that have featured in the Top Gear, Scrapheap Challenge and Salvage Squad TV programmes.
Moving away from the maritime theme, step back in time with a wander through the 1642 Living History Village. Meet and talk with the ‘villagers’ dressed in period costumes as they demonstrate the historic skills of the blacksmith, potter, lace-makers and weavers.
Or take a leisurely sight-seeing cruise with the Gosport Ferry. Operating a range of cruises, May to September, taking in such scenic and beautiful locations as the Hamble, Beaulieu Rivers or Portsmouth Harbour, with superb views of the ships in dock and a stunning view of the Spinnaker Tower, it's the perfect way to spend the day.
During the summer months (April - October) you can take advantage of the Portsmouth Harbour Waterbus and enjoy both Portsmouth and Gosport's attractions. Why not take a tour of the harbour and stop off at four of the Harbour's top attractions including the Historic Dockyard and Explosion! Museum of Naval Power.
