So you’re coming to Brighton? You all invariably want recommendations. So let’s go with some of these. But just remember the joy of Brighton is in the vibrant mix. So take your place amongst the day trippers, the weekenders and the locals, look out for the unusual as there will be something that is uniquely you.
Cocktails
The Plotting Parlour
Plateau
L’atelier du Vin
Sunday Roasts
The Thomas Kemp
The Bedford Tavern
Hotel du Vin (at the Marina)
Quirky Shopping
Stay away from Churchill Square and Western Road, you’ll only find the usual chain stores. Head for the North Laine for all that is quirky and true Brigthon, and The Lanes (they are two completely different areas with very different histories) which seems to be coming increasing filled with high-end fashion and enough jewellers to take on Florence’s Ponte Vechhio.
Snoopers Paradise
The Duck House
Great Pubs
Daddy Long Legs – uppper Kemptown
Doctor Brighton’s – Old Town/Lane’s Seafront
Other things you may not know about Brighton & Hove
Have a look at these quirky Brighton facts on twitter
Brands born in Brighton & Hove
The Body Shop
Ben Sherman
By the way Brighton voted 68.6% to stay in the EU, one of the highest percentages in the country.
Quotes about Brighton:
“Brighton. A town that looks like its been helping the police with their enquiries.” – Keith Waterhouse