7 Beautiful Places You Didn't Know Were In Brighton

Brighton is well known for many things; the G-scene, the piers, the pubs and boutiques and of course, the pebbles. But there’s a plethora of hidden beauty spots if you know where to find them. Take a tour off the beaten path and seek out these pretty places while you’re in the city.

The Chattri

Brighton was the sight of a military hospital in World War I and many of the soldiers from India, fighting on behalf of the Empire, were cared for at the Royal Pavilion. This striking landmark, with echos of the spires of the Taj Mahal, sits along the brow of the South Downs, where a funeral pyre was constructed for the fallen Indian soldiers. Today, the war memorial can be reached by cresting the Downs from the north of the city in Patcham.

The Bandstand & The West Pier

The preservation of this Victorian Bandstand – to exact specifications – makes it one of the most beautiful examples in modern existence. Its delicate lattice work, exquisite tiling and unrivaled views of the fragile West Pier have made the spot a sought after wedding destination. Together, away from the noise and sway of the crowds, they lend the city the air of a fading Victorian maiden, staring out to sea.

Ship Street Gardens

The ideal spot for a secret rendezvous, this avenue at the core of the Lanes is carefully hidden away, awaiting discovery. Once called Middle Street Lane, it connects Ship Street and funnily enough, Middle Street. It’s one of several perfectly appointed ‘twittens’ in Brighton – that is, a narrow passageway, usually between walls or hedges. But Ship Street Gardens gives a glimpse into how Brighton may have looked several centuries ago, when it was transforming from a fishing village into the stylish and bustling city it is today. It’s a sign of the times that the newest addition to the lane is the Bella Union record shop, a bastion of new, diverse music set in the historic hub of the city.

Ship Street Gardens, Brighton