Excellent. Richard and I put 1 Pound into a slot machine and walked out with 42 Pounds! We only…read morespent a total of 2 Pounds in this arcade and so came out really on top. The cashier happily exchanged the multiple Pound coins from the machine into notes for us. We used to criticise British 'Pokie' machines for being tricky and complicated but this was a lovely surprise. There are the usual 10p and 2p push down machines in this arcade but we didn't touch them this time. Staff could have smiled a bit more.

Preston Park is Brighton's largest and oldest planned city park. Funded by a bequest from a local…read morebookmaker, William Edmund Davies, the park opened on 8 November 1884. The park is located on the main A23 road from London to Brighton, a mile and half north of the city centre, and next to Preston Manor. The main park is over 60 acres in area and includes wide open spaces of parkland with trees, formal beds along the side of the A23 road, and at the south end is a formal rose garden. Next to this is the Rotunda Cafe, which is open Monday-Friday 9.15-16h and weekends 9.30-17h. Moving northwards are 4 bowling greens and 8 tennis courts, mutli-sports areas with basket ball courts, a 500m velodrome, a children's playground, 4 soccer pitches and 2 cricket pitches. In the centre of the park is the Chalet Cafe, open daily 10-17h. Despite the all organised sport provided for, many come here just to walk or for picnics, or for nothing in particular at all. Other items of interest include a clock tower and the Hansel and Gretel-like tiled house (sadly now with its windows protected with wire mesh). As well as general recreation, the park is the location for many events during the year. The largest is the event after the Brighton Pride parade, which finishes at the Park, regarded by many as the premier free Gay Pride event in the UK. It regularly attracts over 120,000. (It takes place on 2nd August in 2008). Other events are held during the year, including concerts and family days.

Very pretty park…read more I didn't see or step in any piles of dog shit. I believe I got talked into taking a BMF class here or I might have been laying around the lawns waiting for a friend to get done with a class. Either way, it's pretty and clean.

Let's be honest, looking after children is exhausting…read more Delightful but exhausting. King's Road Playground is the perfect place to let children run riot. Situated next to Alfresco and the West Pier on the seafront, it's a large playground that has climbing frames for different age groups from toddlers to 7 year olds, a sandpit and giant paddling pool. There's toilets and changing rooms, deckchairs for parents (at the cost of £2 if there's a deckchair attendant) and a wooden fence around the playground - reducing the chance of kids wandering off. The real life saver for parents however, is the fact there's three different cafes situated around the playground - so you can grab a much needed coffee, power-bar or frozen yoghurt at the same time.

A fantastic place for small children to run riot on the seafront. Plenty of sand and climbing…read moreframes not to mention the gigantic paddling pool! Mums and dads can hire deck chairs and sit by the pool or grab some great coffee or snacks from the several cafes lining the playground. Gets very busy in the summer but this seems to increase our kids enjoyment of the place! Aimed at toddlers and children up to, I'd say, 6 or 7.

It speaks volumes about how mellow Brightonians are that I've seen people practicising yoga and…read moretai-chi in Royal Pavillion Gardens. If you go at weekends, there's often bands or solo artists playing very mellow jazz, pop or acoustic music too. In the winter, it's too cold to really sit on the grass and take in the wonder of the Royal Pavillion but in the spring and summer, the gardens are usually flowing with locals and tourists sunbathing, chatting or reading the papers. There's deckchairs dotted around for comfort and several different areas where you can just lounge on the grass. The cafe here also does a good trade selling hot and cold drinks, cakes and snacks. To paraphrase Donovan: It's all mellow yellow...

Looking for a place to escape the city without leaving, in the Royal Pavilion Gardens is the place…read moreto do it. This idillic setting offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life. Pack yourself a picnic and enjoy it on the lawns. Whenever I'm in the gardens I've been lucky enough to catch some amazing live music. A recent favourite was the Sitar player accompanied by the dancing scarf lady. What's not to love!

I was told during my travels that Brighton is where the British go for holiday. The city is vibrant…read moreand lively during the summer and there's quite a bit to do when the city. The beaches are nice but very rocky, so wear water shoes. The neighboring town of Hove is a little more mellow and there are several great restaurants a few blocks from the beach.

"We are tied to the ocean. And when we go back to the sea - whether it is to sail or to watch it -…read morewe are going back from whence we came." ― John F. Kennedy As a Londoner, I must admit I envy how Brighton has the most beautiful beach in the area. I often come here to do some photography and there is a certain kind of charm in the way people fascinate the sea. They all gaze at it, some of them looking for answers or perhaps waiting for a lover which heart is at the ocean; and others like me, just contemplate its beauty. Through history, people have shown a deep connection with water, describing it in art, literature, and poetry. I'm in love with the way the lighting changes the whole atmosphere. On colder days, the sky would be grey and the waves would be high, making mad love with the ocean. On warmer days, indeed the sea could be calm and welcoming, opening its arms to embrace it's audience. Like Sophie said earlier, I think people take living by the sea for granted and don't appreciate its beauty. Because there's nothing more beautiful than the way the ocean refuses to stop kissing the shoreline, no matter how many times it's sent away.

Matt is a great personal trainer that works for the gym group. He is extremely friendly and…read moreprofessional. As a large guy I really wanted help to lose weight so I approached Matt for assistance. He has helped me in my diet and excersise routines. If ur looking for anything from diet, losing weight or muscle tonning pls get in contact

I'm from San Diego, California where I've got great beaches, but I've always been intrigued by…read moreBrighton Beach...lots of history, lots of British stuff, miles long boardwalk, gorgeous Victorian architecture, and a beach! However: -No sand! All small pebbles! Which are quite painful to walk on... -It was cold, cloudy, and windy... -The English Channel waves were quite strong and rough... I almost chickened out of going for swim...but then I saw a much older gentleman go in for a swim, giving me confidence. It also helped the lifeguard station was manned by some young, handsome, muscular British blokes. Water was cold, but surprisingly the same temperature as San Diego! No else was in the water but me and the older gentleman...lovely! Next day I went for a swim alone...it was lightly raining, cloudy, and the locals in their thick sweaters and oversized coats looked at me as if I had gone mad...shouldn't the local Brits be used to this weather by now and just enjoy the beach as its meant to? Of all the places in Britain, this is where I'd want to live :)

Brighton Beach is a popular holiday destination for most of the UK due to its beautiful beaches and…read moremultiple restaurants and clubs. The beaches are rocky so bring your water shoes. In addition to swimming in the channel, there is an amusement park on the pier, as well as plenty little shops and food places. Be sure to check out i360 when you're there.

Good place to go for a day out. Lots of fish and things to do. Jellyfish are very beautiful.read more

I was excited to visit this aquarium on my recent trip to Brighton as they advertise themselves as…read morethe world's oldest aquarium. When I arrived at the ticketing office, I was told that one of the tanks would be closed for refurbishment. However, they didn't stress that it wasn't just one small tank, but an entire section of the aquarium. With such a large section of the aquarium closed, it was an absolute waste of £20. While the architecture is pretty, Sea Life is way overpriced for what you see. With the refurb going on, the flow of the place was messed up and the signs directing you where to go were not clear. I am hoping that I accidentally missed a section, because otherwise I paid £20 to see 2 rooms of fish. The only time I ran into staff members was in the ticketing office and gift shop, so there wasn't anyone I could have asked for directions. This place might be worth the pricey ticket after the refurbishment is complete, but until then I would skip SeaLife in favor of some of the other attractions in Brighton.

It's not very often you get outdoor swimming pools and especially any of real quality so this is…read morewell worth a trip and is indeed a god send for all mothers in the Saltdean area over the summer months, I imagine.. I used to go here as a child and only have great memories even though on the odd occasion I hurt myself by doing things that I shouldn't of been doing. I have to give it a 5 star for the history and for being such a great time for all the family.

A must for art deco lovers and bathing beauties, Saltdean Lido is a fabulous, art deco lido that…read morehas been open since the 1930s. Designed by the architect R WH Jones, it's a stunning, two storey building that looks like the front of an ocean liner with curved windows and a long, sweeping balcony. There's sun terraces with loungers, a curved pool big enough to fit five hundred swimmers in and a smaller, child friendly pool. Since being refurbished to a high standard at the end of the nineties, there's also a cute cafe selling tea and cakes, changing rooms and toilets - which should all help you brave the biting winds and try your hand at some front-crawl of breast-stroke. Naturally, this being England the Lido is shut in the Autumn and Winter and re-opens annually every Spring til mid September. There's direct buses from Churchill Square in Brighton and if its a windy day, it's well worth phoning in advance to check the pool is definitely open.

I went to this swimming centre at 1am on Saturday night as part of Cine City's event during White…read moreNight festival. There was about 80 people splashing around in their bikinis and costumes whilst behind them a gigantic screen played film footage all centred around swimming and swimming pools. There were ushers selling popcorn and people queing to sit down and watch from the raised spectator seats. It was a quietly magical experience that definitely encouraged me to go back to Prince Regent and actually swim there. As well as having a proper pool with different swimming lanes for professionals and sports fanatics, there's a shallow pool for kids and beginners and a warm teaching pool for toddlers. There's also a sauna, steam room and gym apparently - all at extra cost on a daily or weekly basis. Will post photos of the Cine City / White Night event in a few hours for swimming movie fans!

This swimming pool complex is in a convenient location right next to Starbucks and Pizza Express…read more(Not the best places to go right after a swim but what can you do?!) nearby the north laines - and it has a car park, a fairly small car park but it's great for the nightmare that is Brighton. Plus it's free after 6. Bonus! This pool itself is fairly average - it's good if it's not busy and it has 2 other seperate pools for swimming lessons and aqua aerobics (which by the way I must say looks rather fun!) The gym part of the complex is situated right above the pool so you can look up at those on the treadmills - just as they can look down at you which I guess it adds a little amusement! The changing rooms are OK, there is a fair selection of sizes including family rooms (I know I shouldn't use these but it's so much nicer to have space!). The thing is it does smell a little, as do the toilets... If you live in Brighton and enjoy swimming, there's no reason not to go here, it's just not the cleanest of complexes.