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Black Rock Beach, also known as Cliff Bathing Beach, is located near Brighton in East Sussex. The beach is easily accessible, being only a 5-minute walk from the centre of Brighton. The closest parking to the beach is Black Rock Car Park, which offers access down a short flight of steps. This is also the terminal of Volk’s Electric Railway.
The beach is composed of pebbles and is a popular spot for bathing, although it is recommended to bring flip flops due to the uncomfortable shingle. At night, the beach becomes a popular spot for fishing. The beach is backed by a promenade and a small, grassy area.
The beach has a designated 200-yard 'naturist' section, which was opened in 1980 and was the first designated 'clothes optional' beach in the UK. The designated areas where clothing is optional are clearly signposted. This section of the beach has become one of the most popular naturist beaches in Britain.
Facilities can be found in the centre of Brighton, including the pier, and a railway station with regular services to and from London. The beach is dog friendly in the winter, but restricted in some areas from 1 May to 30 September. Brighton Central, located nearby, offers a variety of restaurants and bars to enjoy.
Pebble Shingle
| Today |  |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 99% |
| Max temperature | 14°C |
| feels like | 14°C |
| Wind 13mph |  |
| Max UV Index |  |
| Tonight |  |
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| Chance of rain | 51% |
| Min temperature | 12°C |
| feels like | 11°C |
| Wind 17mph |  |
The tide at Brighton Black Rock beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 6:58 AM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 1:38 PM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Food available
Toilets
Shops
There is lots of nearby parking - charges generally apply.
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Water quality not measured here
less than a mile west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 2 miles by road or less than a mile on foot using coastal paths.
around 2 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 2 miles by road or 2 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 3 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 3 miles by road.
around 3 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 4 miles by road or 3 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 4 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 4 miles by road.
around 6 miles west as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road.
around 6 miles west as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road or 6 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 7 miles west as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road.
around 7 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road.
around 8 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road.
around 9 miles west as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road.
around 9 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road.
around 11 miles west as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road.
around 12 miles west as the seagull flies, around 16 miles by road.
around 12 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 15 miles by road.
around 14 miles west as the seagull flies, around 17 miles by road.
around 14 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 19 miles by road.
around 17 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 21 miles by road.
around 18 miles east as the seagull flies, around 21 miles by road.
around 18 miles west as the seagull flies, around 23 miles by road.
Location: Black Rock, Brighton and Hove
Location type: Urban
OS Grid: TQ332032
Coordinates: 50°48'49"N 0°6'35"W
Mapcode: GBR KQH.WKH
What 3 Words: closes.entry.rots
Coordinates and location codes are for an approximate mid-point of the beach, and may not reflect the best access point or the most popular part of the beach.
Country: England
Local Authority: Brighton and Hove
Nearest postcode: BN2 5TT
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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