Brighton (England) by car · Brighton (England) by car
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Brighton (England) by car
Brighton (England) by car
Brighton is a congested city, and not easy to drive or park in. The principal route from London and Gatwick Airport is the A23. The A27 runs along the coast, and is dual carriageway from the M27 at Portsmouth in the west to Lewes in the east. There are several car parks in central Brighton - expect to pay about £1.50 per hour, even on Sundays. Alternatively, parking is available at Worthing or Lewes stations, about 20 minutes by train from the city centre. Another alternative is to use the city's Park and Ride service, information can be found at The National Park and Ride Directory .
There are particular days in the year when it is very inadvisable to drive into Brighton:
The children's parade day at the start of Brighton Festival . Usually the first Saturday in May. Many roads in the centre of Brighton are closed.
The day of the annual London to Brighton Bike Ride. This is on a Sunday in June - tens of thousands of cyclists plus their support vehicles are in the city, so many roads will be blocked or difficult to get across.
The parade day of the Brighton and Hove gay pride week . Around first Saturday of August. Many roads in the centre of Brighton are closed.
The first Sunday of November when the London to Brighton Veteran Car Run is held (unless, of course, you own a veteran car!)
Any summer's day when the sun is shining and the whole of London decides to head to the Brighton beach.
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