Leisure Attractions
Hove Park Brighton & Hove
Large public park in Hove with playground and miniature railway.
Hove
Free Family Days Out
Parks, beaches, museums, and outdoor spaces that cost nothing
A family day out does not have to cost a fortune. Brighton has some brilliant free options. The beach is the obvious one, but look beyond the pebbles and you will find parks with top-quality playgrounds, museums with free entry, street art walking routes, and the South Downs on the doorstep. The Level playground in the city centre is exceptional, and Preston Park has 63 acres to run around in.
Free Highlights for Families
The Level Playground
One of the best free playgrounds on the south coast. Water play in summer, a brilliant skatepark, and right in the centre of town. All ages.
Brighton Beach
Rock pooling near the Marina, paddling at low tide, crabbing off the groynes. Bring a bucket and spade and you are sorted for hours.
Brighton Museum
Free entry to the main galleries. Interactive exhibits, Egyptian artefacts, and regular family-friendly events during school holidays.
Preston Park
63 acres of green space with a large playground, the Rockery, a cricket ground, and a cafe. Room to spread out and let kids run.
Stanmer Park
On the edge of the South Downs with woodland walks, a playground, and a cafe in the old stable yard. Great for picnics.
Hove Lagoon
Free paddling pool open in summer, plus a playground and green space. The nearby Hove Promenade is great for scooting and cycling.
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St Ann’s Well Gardens Brighton & Hove
Hove's favourite park with gardens, courts and a cafe
Hove
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Stanmer Park Nature Reserve
Surprisingly wild South Downs woodland and meadows on Brighton's doorstep
Falmer & Stanmer
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Preston Park
Brighton's biggest park with 63 acres, a legendary 1930s rockery and a proper playground.
Preston Park
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