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Brighton Central Beach is situated on the Sussex coast of the English Channel and serves as a central attraction for the resort. The beach is a mix of shingle and sand, with a steep gravel slope that levels off towards low water. Behind the beach lies the bustling Brighton promenade, which offers a range of resort facilities.
The beach is surrounded by various local attractions, including the refurbished Brighton Pier, fun fairs, arcades, and local boutique shopping in The Lanes. Visitors can also enjoy the cafe culture and the annual Summer Pride Week festival. Water sports activities such as windsurfing, sailing, kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding, and wakeboarding are popular on the beach. Additionally, there is a free paddling pool for kids and volleyball courts that are set up each summer.
The beach has a 4-mile promenade that is lined with amusements, restaurants, and shops. The iconic Palace Pier stretches 1,722 feet into the sea and features fairground rides, arcade games, and a classic carousel. The Sea Life Centre, which is said to be the oldest aquarium in the world, is located next to the pier and is home to over 5,000 sea creatures.
The beach is within walking distance of the town and shops, and there are car parks nearby (fees apply) and a regular bus service. The eastern end of Brighton Beach is an official naturist beach, which was the first in the UK when it opened in 1980. The beachfront hosts various events throughout the year, including the Burning the Clocks winter solstice celebrations and the annual New Year Swim.
The beach is dog friendly during the winter months, but there are restrictions in some areas from 1st May to 30th September. Lifeguards are on watch during the summer months, and water sports activities are available.
Shingle
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| Chance of rain | % |
| Max temperature | 14°C |
| feels like | 13°C |
| Wind 16mph |  |
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| Min temperature | 8°C |
| feels like | 4°C |
| Wind 15mph | |
The tide at Brighton Central Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 9:40 AM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 3:24 PM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Food available
Toilets
Shops
There is lots of nearby parking - charges generally apply.
Dogs welcome between 1st October - 30th April. Please check signs for restrictions during the season.
Beaches cleaned daily.
Daily - May to September contact Seafront office for details
Water quality not measured here
less than a mile east-southeast as the seagull flies, just over a mile by road or just over a mile on foot using coastal paths.
just over a mile west-northwest as the seagull flies, just over a mile by road.
around 2 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 2 miles by road.
around 2 miles west as the seagull flies, around 2 miles by road.
around 4 miles west as the seagull flies, around 4 miles by road.
around 4 miles west as the seagull flies, around 8 miles by road or 5 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 5 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road.
around 5 miles west as the seagull flies, around 8 miles by road.
around 8 miles west as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road.
around 9 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road.
around 9 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road.
around 10 miles west as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road.
around 11 miles west as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road.
around 11 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road.
around 12 miles west as the seagull flies, around 15 miles by road.
around 14 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 16 miles by road.
around 16 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 19 miles by road.
around 17 miles west as the seagull flies, around 20 miles by road.
around 17 miles west as the seagull flies, around 21 miles by road.
around 17 miles west as the seagull flies, around 21 miles by road.
Location: Brighton and Hove
Location type: Urban
OS Grid: TQ307038
Coordinates: 50°49'11"N 0°8'41"W
Mapcode: GBR JP4.D7B
What 3 Words: orchestra.noisy.ships
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: BN1 1BB
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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